Living Word Galena · Worship

You’re welcome here,
exactly as you are.

Whether it’s your first Sunday or your five hundredth, worship at Living Word is a place to reconnect with God’s story and find where it overlaps with yours. Here’s what to expect when you walk through the door.

Plan Your Visit

When we gather

Every Sunday

8:00 AM Worship

9:15 AM Sunday School + Adult Bible Class

10:30 AM Worship

☀ Memorial Day through Labor Day — the 10:30 AM service moves outdoors to our worship pavilion. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. If weather moves us inside, we’ll let you know.

Special Services

During the Christmas and Easter seasons we offer additional services. Watch the bulletin, social media, and the church calendar for dates and times as those seasons approach.

📍 7539 Dustin Rd, Galena, Ohio 43021 · Get directions →

What’s a Service Like?

Two styles, one conviction

Worship at Living Word alternates weekly between two styles. Both styles are anchored in the same Gospel, just expressed in different ways.

Traditional Sundays

Historic Liturgy

The historic liturgy of the Lutheran church is an experience filled with deep meaning and a connection to centuries of faithful worship. Timeless hymns accompanied by organ settings. If you grew up Lutheran, this will feel like home. If you didn’t, it may feel beautifully ancient.

Praise Sundays

Contemporary Worship

Songs you may recognize from Christian radio full of rich message and energy. Piano, guitar, and drums, with song leaders guiding worship. The same Gospel, a different feel. Both are genuine expressions of who we are. Both are true to our Biblical heritage.

Good Questions

Things first-timers often wonder

What should I wear?

Whatever you’re comfortable in. On any given Sunday you’ll see jeans and t-shirts alongside dress pants and blazers. The focus isn’t on clothes. It’s on showing up. In the summer when we’re outdoors, dress for the weather and bring a camp chair if you’d like.

Can I take communion?

Communion is celebrated every Sunday at Living Word. We believe the bread and wine are truly the body and blood of Jesus. Given and shed to forgive our sins. If you share that conviction, recognize what’s happening at the table, and are trusting Jesus for forgiveness, you’re warmly welcome to receive. If you’re not sure yet, that’s okay too. You can come forward with arms crossed for a blessing, or simply remain seated. Questions? Pastor Derrick would love to talk: pastord@livingwordgalena.com

How long is the service?

Both services run about an hour. Sunday School and Adult Bible Class at 9:15 AM runs approximately 45 minutes. Just long enough to go deep, yet short enough to be back for the 10:30 service.

Is there anything for my kids?

Yes. See the KidConnect section below.

Families

Your kids are welcome here too

Living Word is a young family congregation. Kids are not a distraction here, they’re the point. We have created resources to help your children grow in faith in age-appropriate ways.

KidConnect: Nursery through 5th Grade

During the both worship services, children are invited to KidConnect Worship, an engaging, age-appropriate message where kids hear the Gospel in ways that connect with their world. Kids remain in the worship service but at a special moment are called forward to experience this teaching in a special way. Questions about KidConnect? Reach out to Molly: molly@livingwordgalena.com

KidConnect
Worship

DelCo Youth: Middle + High School

Middle and high school students worship with the congregation on Sunday mornings and gather separately for DelCo Youth events and programming. Contact Molly for the current schedule: molly@livingwordgalena.com

Youth
Ministry

Ready to Visit?

We’d love to see you Sunday.

First time

Let us know you’re coming.

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RSVP for Sunday

Still have questions?

We’re easy to reach.

Call us at 740-965-3335 or email info@livingwordgalena.com Bailey will get back to you quickly.

What to Expect