First Immanuel Lutheran Church
A welcoming community centered in Christ’s love, joyfully reaching out together
 
1816 NW Irving St, Portland  97209
503-226-3659
Our church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).  We believe we are a community called and empowered by the grace of God in Jesus Christ to do Christ’s ministry by reaching out into the ever-changing world in which we live.
We welcome people of every race, ethnic background, social status, physical limitation, sexual orientation and gender identity. We are a Reconciling In Christ congregation.  Together, in our diversity, we seek to embrace the love God offers us in Jesus Christ.
  OUR CORE VALUES
Spiritual Life
Friendly Community Life
Acceptance and Diversity
Tradition and Heritage
Music and Worship
Growing in Faith
Family Focus
Serving and Volunteering Come worship with us and join in our ministries. We are located at the corner of Northwest 19th Avenue and Irving Street in Portland’s Northwest neighborhood, near the Pearl District.
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Go to Community Outreach page to view YouTube video of the community garden at First Immanuel