Lutheran church · NJ · Verified Apr 2026

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

1500 HOOPER AVENUE, Toms River, NJ 08752
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4.8 · 20 Google reviews

About Holy Cross Lutheran Church


Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a Lutheran church in Toms River, New Jersey located at 1500 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753, United States. As of April 2026, Holy Cross Lutheran Church holds a 4.8-star rating across 20 Google reviews. You can reach Holy Cross Lutheran Church at +1 732-255-4455.

When does Holy Cross Lutheran Church hold services?


Holy Cross Lutheran Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 am–2 pm, Thursday 9 am–2 pm, Friday 9 am–2 pm, Saturday 5–7 pm, Sunday 9 am–1 pm, Monday 9 am–2 pm, Tuesday 9 am–2 pm. All times are local to Toms River, NJ.

Wednesday
9 am–2 pm
Thursday
9 am–2 pm
Friday
9 am–2 pm
Saturday
5–7 pm
Sunday
9 am–1 pm
Monday
9 am–2 pm
Tuesday
9 am–2 pm

Where is Holy Cross Lutheran Church located?


Holy Cross Lutheran Church is located at 1500 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753, United States. The building sits at coordinates 39.99623, -74.17097, placing it in Toms River, NJ 08752.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Parking within ¼ mile

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 21, 2026.

The neighborhood around Holy Cross Lutheran Church


The ZIP code 08752 area around Holy Cross Lutheran Church is home to 2,333 residents with a median household income of $78,295 and a median age of 62.1 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

2,333 Residents in ZIP 08752
62.1 Median age
$78,295 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Holy 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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Your Sunday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church


Service window 9 am–1 pm

Holy Cross Lutheran Church by the numbers


20 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about Holy Cross Lutheran Church


What denomination is Holy Cross Lutheran Church?
This church is part of the Lutheran tradition.
What are the service times at Holy Cross Lutheran Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 am–2 pm, Thursday 9 am–2 pm, Friday 9 am–2 pm, Saturday 5–7 pm, Sunday 9 am–1 pm, Monday 9 am–2 pm, Tuesday 9 am–2 pm
What is the phone number for Holy Cross Lutheran Church?
You can reach Holy Cross Lutheran Church at +1 732-255-4455.
Where is Holy Cross Lutheran Church located?
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is located at 1500 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753, United States.
How do visitors rate Holy Cross Lutheran Church?
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 20 Google reviews.

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