Where Faith Meets Action and Community

Welcome to Lord of Life Lutheran Church

At Lord of Life, we are a welcoming and Christ-centered community that puts faith into action through living out "Gods Work. Our Hands." Join us for worship on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., in-person in Brighton, Michigan or online through our Youtube channel.

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Voices of Faith

Read encouraging Christian content, uplifting messages from our pastor, stories of community service, and personal faith reflections from our church family to inspire and strengthen your walk with Christ.

Welcome from Pastor Kristin: A New Season at Life of Life

Interim Pastor Kristin Vander Ploeg introduces herself to the Lord of Life community. With 15 years of experience in the ELCA, including a distinguished 20-year career as an Air Force chaplain, she shares her personal journey of faith and service. Pastor Kristin expresses her excitement to journey with the congregation during this transitional season and looks forward to meeting everyone.

Jan 1

Photo of small plant growing out of the ground with text "God Will Restore What You Thought Was Lost" (Joel 2:25)

Change and the Gift of a New Pastor

A message for our Lord of Life Lutheran Church brothers and sisters in Christ. Image Source: Pinecrest. My wife Kathy and I have been around a few years, more than a few, really. My career caused many transfers both in state and across state lines. From our 1964 wedding day in an ALC congregation in Lombard, Illinois, we began our family ‘s nomadic life. We belonged to two congregations in the Chicago area, three different churches in Michigan, one in Iowa, and two in Pennsyl

Jan 1

Illustration of a hand holding a watering can and watering a small plant in the ground with text "Entrusted: Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much." (Luke 16:10a NIV)

A New Year - New Opportunities

This article redefines New Year's goals, urging faithfulness in small things over grand ambitions. Using the Parable of the Talents, it reminds us that success comes from using our unique God-given gifts to serve others. Our true motivation is love for Christ, who gave us the ultimate gift.

Jan 1

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Faith in Action Changes Lives. Whether it's packing bags, praying with a neighbor, or showing up with a smile - you’re needed.

Join us in local outreach and mission:

LOL Fish & Loaves Dinners – Free meals for our community
Monthly volunteer events to serve (e.g., family sponsorship, community service projects, seasonal giving drives, care kits, and more)
Partnerships with local food pantries, shelters, churches, agencies and nonprofits