About Desert Cross Lutheran Church
Desert Cross Lutheran Church is a Lutheran church in Tempe, Arizona located at 8600 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284. As of April 2026, Desert Cross Lutheran Church holds a 4.7-star rating across 30 Google reviews. The Desert Cross Lutheran Church parish office answers at (480) 730-8600.
orhsip Services: 6:00 PM Saturday Story Telling 8:00 AM Sunday Traditional 9:30 AM Sunday Contemporary Teaching 10:45 AM Sunday Contemporary Celebration
When does Desert Cross Lutheran Church hold services?
Desert Cross Lutheran Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Friday 9 AM–12 PM, Saturday 4–6 PM, Sunday 8:30 AM–12 PM, Monday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4:30 PM. All times are local to Tempe, AZ.
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–4:30 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–12 PM
- Saturday
- 4–6 PM
- Sunday
- 8:30 AM–12 PM
- Monday
- 9 AM–4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–4:30 PM
Where is Desert Cross Lutheran Church located?
Desert Cross Lutheran Church is located at 8600 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284. The building sits at coordinates 33.33664, -111.91267, placing it in Tempe, AZ 85284.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 66 ft
- Public parking 295 ft
- Public parking 443 ft
- Public parking 577 ft
- Public parking 600 ft
- Bus stop 906 ft
- Bus stop · Valley Metro 942 ft
- Bus stop · Valley Metro 961 ft
- Stop Position · Valley Metro 981 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around Desert Cross Lutheran Church
The ZIP code 85284 area around Desert Cross Lutheran Church is home to 19,150 residents with a median household income of $147,500 and a median age of 43.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Desert Cross Lutheran Church
Lutheran services hold to the historic liturgy Luther preserved, with deep hymn tradition and clear preaching.
- About an hour long. Order includes confession, absolution, hymns, Scripture, sermon, creed, and the Eucharist.
- Communion practice varies by synod — some "close communion" to baptized Lutherans, others welcome all Christians.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at Desert Cross Lutheran Church
Desert Cross Lutheran Church by the numbers
Questions and answers about Desert Cross Lutheran Church
- What denomination is Desert Cross Lutheran Church?
- This parish is part of the Lutheran tradition.
- What are the service times at Desert Cross Lutheran Church?
- Published hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Friday 9 AM–12 PM, Saturday 4–6 PM, Sunday 8:30 AM–12 PM, Monday 9 AM–4:30 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4:30 PM
- What is the phone number for Desert Cross Lutheran Church?
- You can reach the parish at (480) 730-8600.
- Where is Desert Cross Lutheran Church located?
- The parish is located at 8600 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284.
- How do visitors rate Desert Cross Lutheran Church?
- 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 30 Google reviews.
- Is Desert Cross Lutheran Church the official parish listing?
- This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent Desert Cross Lutheran Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.
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