WELCOME TO ZION

Zion Lutheran Church is a member of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.  In accord with the constitution of the ELCA, and Lutheranism’s historical self-identity; Zion Church is conscientiously and intentionally a historical, confessional, and Biblical congregation.

Following the command of our Lord Jesus Christ (“Do this in memory of me”), and in accord with the Apology to the Augsburg Confession (Article 24) “The Mass is retained among us and celebrated each week with the greatest reverence.”

Zion Church has pioneered the way to liturgical renewal and Eucharistic revival in the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod.  Zion was the first congregation to celebrate the Mass as the chief Sunday service, starting in the late 1950’s.

We believe that the Mass is the perpetual memorial of our Lord’s atoning sacrifice on Calvary, offered for the sins of the world.  The celebration of the Mass, and our participation in it, brings to believers of every time and place the benefits of our Lord’s one, perfect sacrifice.

We confess the real presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist, believing that ‘in, with, and under’ the forms of bread and wine; we receive the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, for the forgiveness of our sins, strengthening our faith, and the reassurance of eternal life and salvation.

We welcome all who join us for worship, whether you are a member of Zion Church or part of our extended family; you are important to God and to us.

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