Saint Peter's Lutheran Church

Sunday School
2026-02-22 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-02-15 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-02-08 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-02-01 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-01-25 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-01-18 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-01-11 09:00 - 09:45, 2025-12-21 09:00 - 09:45 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date | Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County, 316 W Main St, Forestville, Wisconsin, 54213, United States
Give your child a strong foundation in the Christian faith through Sunday School at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County. From Labor Day to Memorial Day, children ages 4 through 8th grade gather each Sunday to learn about Jesus, explore the Bible, and grow in faith—all in a welcoming, age-appropriate, and engaging environment. Our experienced teachers and caring volunteers make learning both fun and meaningful. Sunday School is open to all—no church membership required. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the area, your family is warmly invited to be part of this faith-filled journey.

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Miércoles de Ceniza
2026-02-18 19:30 - 21:00
Únase a nosotros en la Iglesia Luterana de San Pedro en Door County para un significativo servicio de Miércoles de Ceniza el 5 de marzo de 2025, al iniciar la Cuaresma con un Servicio de Vísperas bilingüe, que incluye la imposición de cenizas. Esta noche sagrada ofrece un momento de reflexión y arrepentimiento, marcando el comienzo del viaje de 40 días hacia Pascua. Todos son bienvenidos a este servicio, presentado en inglés y español.

Sobre nuestro servicio de Miércoles de CenizaLa velada comienza con una comida comunitaria a las 6:30 PM en el salón de convivencia. Esta sencilla reunión permite a los fieles conectar mediante comida y compañerismo antes del servicio, abierta a todos— ¡traiga a un amigo o vecino! Llegue unos minutos antes para acomodarse y disfrutar de la cálida hospitalidad de San Pedro.

A las 7:30 PM inicia el Servicio de Vísperas, una liturgia tradicional de oración vespertina con escrituras, cantos y la imposición de cenizas. Los participantes recibirán una cruz de cenizas en la frente con las palabras, “Recuerda que eres polvo y al polvo volverás”, un poderoso recordatorio de la mortalidad y un llamado a la gracia de Dios. Ofrecido en inglés y español, este servicio asegura que todos puedan participar plenamente al entrar en la Cuaresma juntos.

¿Qué es el Miércoles de Ceniza?El Miércoles de Ceniza inicia la temporada cuaresmal de disciplina espiritual y preparación para Pascua, a menudo marcada por ayuno, oración y caridad. En San Pedro, este servicio establece un tono contemplativo para ese viaje. Ubicada en Door County, nuestra iglesia es una comunidad acogedora dedicada a la fe y al servicio.

Marque su calendario para el 5 de marzo de 2025: comida a las 6:30 PM, servicio a las 7:30 PM. Venga como está a la Iglesia Luterana de San Pedro y comience la Cuaresma con nosotros. Para más detalles, visite nuestro sitio web o contacte a la oficina de la iglesia. ¡Esperamos compartir este tiempo sagrado con usted!

Ash Wednesday
2026-02-18 19:30 - 20:30
Join us at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County for a meaningful Ash Wednesday service on March 5, 2025, as we begin the Lenten season with a bilingual Service of Vespers, featuring the imposition of ashes. This sacred evening offers a time for reflection and repentance, marking the start of the 40-day journey toward Easter. All are welcome to this service, presented in both English and Spanish.

About Our Ash Wednesday Service

The evening starts with a communal meal at 6:30 PM in the fellowship hall. This simple gathering allows worshippers to connect over food and fellowship before the service, open to everyone—bring a friend or neighbor! Arrive a few minutes early to settle in and enjoy the warm hospitality of Saint Peter’s.

At 7:30 PM, the Service of Vespers begins, a traditional evening prayer liturgy that includes scripture, song, and the imposition of ashes. Participants will receive a cross of ashes on their foreheads with the words, “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return,” a powerful reminder of mortality and a call to God’s grace. Offered in English and Spanish, this service ensures all can fully participate as we enter Lent together.

What is Ash Wednesday?

Ash Wednesday launches the Lenten season of spiritual discipline and preparation for Easter, often marked by fasting, prayer, and charity. At Saint Peter’s, this service sets a contemplative tone for that journey. Located in Door County, our church is a welcoming community dedicated to faith and outreach.

Mark your calendars for March 5, 2025: meal at 6:30 PM, service at 7:30 PM. Come as you are to Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church and step into Lent with us. For more details, visit our website or contact the church office. We look forward to sharing this sacred time with you!

Community Meal
2026-02-18 18:30 - 19:30
A community meal preceding our Ash Wednesday service.

Divine Service
2026-02-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-28 10:00 - 11:00 and 2 more dates
Jesus gives us forgiveness, life, and salvation through Word and Sacrament ministry at the Divine Service every week on Sundays at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County.

The Divine Service usually begins with the confession of our sins. After we confess our sins, the pastor proclaims Christ’s forgiveness to us in Holy Absolution.

The Divine Service continues with hearing God’s Word through readings from Scripture and a sermon. After receiving God’s Word, we express our faith in God through the recitation of a creed (a statement of our beliefs), the giving of offerings, and prayer.

Then, we receive Christ’s mercy through the Sacrament of the Altar (Holy Communion). This is a very holy observation, and we believe that Christ unites Himself to us both bodily and spiritually through it.

We welcome visitors to attend Divine Service at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church.

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Hymn Festival: Our Hope for Years to Come
2026-01-31 16:00 - 17:00
A hymn festival celebrating 150 years of history at Saint Peter’s and the public debut of our renovated pipe organ.

To learn more and sign up for the pop-up choir: https://doorcounty.church/hymn

Christmas Day Divine Service [2025]
2025-12-25 10:00 - 11:30
Keep Christ in Christmas by celebrating His birth at Divine Service.

We will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper at this service.

We are offering a free gift to all visitors at our Christmas services.

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Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols [2025]
2025-12-24 19:30 - 21:00
Celebrate the birth of Christ Jesus at the Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County. | December 24 | 7:30 PM

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What Is a Lessons and Carols Service?

The service of Lessons and Carols is a beloved Christian tradition that tells the story of salvation, from the fall of humanity to the birth of Jesus Christ. Through carefully selected Scripture readings—known as lessons—interspersed with hymns and carols, this service recounts God’s promises and their fulfillment in the coming of the Messiah.

Saint Peter’s blends timeless Scripture passages with beautiful, soul-stirring music. The readings are shared by congregation members, symbolizing the unity of God’s people and our shared hope in Christ. Whether you are familiar with this tradition or experiencing it for the first time, you will find it to be a moving and joyful way to celebrate the birth of our Savior.

Music to Stir the Soul

The carols are the heart of this service, providing moments for the congregation to sing together as well as opportunities to listen to special music. Traditional favorites like O Come, All Ye Faithful, Silent Night, and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing are paired with other beautiful hymns and seasonal anthems.

As the final carol is sung and the church glows with candlelight, the words “Christ the Savior is born” echo with a profound sense of peace and joy. This culminating moment reflects the light of Christ entering the world, a powerful reminder of the hope we have in Him.

A Warm Welcome for All

Whether you are a long-time member, a visitor to Door County, or exploring faith for the first time, you are welcome here. At Saint Peter’s, we treasure this opportunity to gather as a community, worship our Savior, and proclaim the Good News of His birth.

Our church family extends a warm invitation to all who seek to experience the wonder of Christmas through worship. The Lessons and Carols service is suitable for people of all ages, making it a wonderful tradition to share with family and friends.

Service Details

Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church is easy to find in the heart of Forestville. Parking is available, and ushers will greet you at the door to help you feel at home.

We understand the busyness that often accompanies the holiday season. This service offers a quiet, reverent space to focus on the meaning of Christmas and reflect on God’s gift of love to the world. As the words of Scripture and the music of the carols fill the sanctuary, you’ll be reminded of the hope, peace, and joy found in Christ.

A Candlelit Tradition

The service concludes with the lighting of candles, a symbolic act that mirrors the light of Christ spreading to all the world. As the sanctuary is illuminated with the warm glow of candlelight, we sing Silent Night together. This tender moment, shared by everyone present, is a highlight of the evening and a beautiful way to welcome Christmas.

Join Us This Christmas Eve

We hope you’ll make Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church part of your Christmas celebration. Whether this is your first time attending a Lessons and Carols service or it’s a tradition you hold dear, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community ready to share the joy of Christ’s birth.

Come and experience the wonder of the Christmas story, told through Scripture and song, as we worship together on this holy night.

This service is a multilingual service.

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Children's Christmas Program & Cookie Social [2025]
2025-12-21 18:00 - 19:00
Join us as the children of Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County retell the story of Christ’s birth. | Decembrer 21 | 6:00 PM

The Christmas program will include a retelling of the story of Christ’s birth and will contain songs and sayings from the children and hymns and responses from the congregation.

After the Christmas Program, join us for a cookie social in our fellowship hall.

A fun and joyous way to celebrate Christmas.

Advent Midweek Worship: The 3 Comings of Christ
2025-12-17 19:15 - 20:00, 2025-12-10 19:15 - 20:00
Advent is a season of waiting, watching, and preparing—and this year, our congregation is exploring the deep richness of the season through a special series: The Three Comings of Christ. Advent does not point to only one moment in history, but to the fullness of Christ’s work for His people across time. In this series, we reflect on Christ’s first coming in the flesh, His present coming through His Word and Sacraments, and His final coming in glory.

Preceeded by a community meal at 6:15 PM.

In Week One, we look back to the incarnation, rejoicing that the eternal Son of God entered our world in humility to redeem us. Week Two turns our eyes to the present, where Christ continually comes to His Church, giving forgiveness, life, and salvation through His Means of Grace. Finally, Week Three lifts our hope to the future as we anticipate Christ’s promised return, when He will make all things new and gather His people to Himself forever.

Together, these three comings give depth and meaning to our Advent preparation. They remind us that Christ has come, Christ still comes, and Christ will come again—for us and for our salvation. Join us as we enter this season with expectation, joy, and hope.

Community Meal
2025-12-17 18:15 - 19:15
A free community meal preceding our Advent Midweek Services. Fun, food, and fellowship!

Youth Catechism Class
2025-12-17 18:00 - 18:45
Youth Catechism Class is an opportunity for young people to grow in their Christian faith and to prepare to confess it in the Rite of Confirmation.

In Catechism Class, students learn the basics of Christian doctrine through the Small Catechism. Taking Catechism Class is the normal route toward participating in the Rite of Confirmation.

Joint Catechism Classes

Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Door County conducts Youth Catechism Classes in conjunction with our sister congregation, Saint John’s Lutheran Church in Algoma.

Ages for Catechism Class

Typically, 7th and 8th graders participate in Catechism Class at Saint Peter’s. However, sometimes younger and older students will participate in Catechism Class.
