WHO WE ARE

St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hector, Minnesota is located about 90 minutes west of the Twin Cities. With a rich history of supporting mission work and Christian education, the St. Paul's community today aims to revive and redefine its origins of service, learning, and sustainable impact. In the surrounding rural region, opportunity and potential are abundant, positioning St. Paul's as a core collaborator and partner in any local or global faith-based community projects. T

Our Church Council members include: Becky Edwards, Bob Swezey, Mark Schwiderski, Samantha Nelson, Heidi Baumgardt, Bryan Peris, Ivan Foesch, Gary Ness, Becky Newman.

Meet our pastor, Reverend Susan Christianson! Her bright spirit is a beacon of hope for change and growth in the future. Pr. Susan believes that a community of faith offers a deep sense of belonging for anyone searching for love, light, and meaning in life. Please reach out and visit with Pr. Susan if you feel resonance with her vision for spiritual and community development.

WHAT WE DO

Our approach to community engagement stems from God's words in the Bible. We believe that building relationships first, we can bring people together in a true sense of belonging based on personal authenticity rather than expectations and standards. Our members support mission work that is international as well as local in our own backyard through The Closet, Caring & Sharing Hands, and our new Blessings Box. Every Sunday morning we gather for worship. Throughout the week, members of all ages come together for educational experiences that grow their faith and make our church stronger.

Together, we are intentionally discussing and mindfully planning what the future of the church looks like. How do we better support our local community members while also offering outreach beyond our small community? What roots can help us sustain the essence of St. Paul's while introducing new, creative ways to develop our spiritual practices as Lutherans? We invite new voices, different perspectives, and people from all walks of life to get involved at St. Paul's Lutheran Church for personal and community faith formation.

"We walk by faith, not by sight.

- The Apostle Paul