Nestled in the small village of New Rochester

A community of faith welcoming all seeking to share God’s love and the opportunity to grow in faith

We are a small yet mighty parish, proudly supporting the larger mission of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, which boasts 4 million members actively participating in God’s work around the world. Freed in Christ, we are dedicated to serving and loving our neighbors. For over 140 years, we have been gathering for worship, continually striving to share Christ’s love in today’s world.

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Sunday Mornings at 9:00 am

Adult Sunday School preceding worship at 8:00 am September – May

Mission Statement

A Family Centered in Christ, Growing in Faith, Committed to Serve.

St. Paul Outreach

“Beyond Our Doors” Missions

St. Paul is committed to service and reaching beyond our church for opportunities to serve. We have opportunities for missions through our giving as well as hands on mission efforts.

Our Current Missions:

Sept/Oct. 2025: Aurora House

St. Paul is presently without a pastor after Pastor Melanie’s retirement.

Presently we have 2 ministers assigned by our synod who will provide the Sunday morning message.

We are excited to introduce Nick Wenzel, a Synodical Authorized Minister (SAM) and Pastor Steve Smithberger who will be sharing the pulpit the next few months.

We look forward to establishing relationships with them and thank them for theirdedication to ministry during this transition for St. Paul.

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Members of the ELCA

St. Paul Lutheran’s History

St. Paul Lutheran Church was founded on August 4, 1881, when ten men met to establish a congregation in New Rochester. The first church building was dedicated in 1882, followed by the construction of the parsonage the same year. The present church building was completed in 1929, and English services fully replaced German ones by 1953. Christian education has been vital since the beginning, with expansions culminating in an Educational Building dedicated in 1963. For over 140 years, St. Paul Lutheran Church has been a beacon of faith, celebrating countless baptisms, confirmations, and marriages, while proclaiming the love of Christ to all.

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