First Lutheran Church

About First Lutheran Church

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First Lutheran Church is a Lutheran church located at 225 SOUTH 3RD STREET, Rockford, IL, 61104. You can reach First Lutheran Church at +18159626691.

Where is First Lutheran Church located?

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First Lutheran Church is located at 225 SOUTH 3RD STREET, Rockford, IL, 61104. The building sits at coordinates 42.26596, -89.08745, placing it in Rockford, IL 61104.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Jun 9, 2026.

What to expect at a service at First Lutheran Church

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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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Your Sunday at First Lutheran Church

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Questions and answers about First Lutheran Church

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What denomination is First Lutheran Church?

This church is part of the Lutheran tradition.

Where is First Lutheran Church located?

First Lutheran Church is located at 225 SOUTH 3RD STREET, Rockford, IL, 61104.

Photographs of First Lutheran Church

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