Welcome to Contemporary Worship
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Let’s experience the presence of God together.
We are so glad you found us and we would love to get to know you better! Come and join us for an incredible Contemporary Worship at 11:00am led by a praise team under the guidance of Dirk Duhlstine.
And exciting news! We are now offering Children’s Church for our 2-10 year olds during the Contemporary Worship Service! Scroll down to more details.
Whether you are planning your first visit or seeking to deepen your faith, we are eager to connect with you.
Join us for our inspiring Sunday services or engaging midweek events. If you have any inquiries about our ministries, feel free to reach out through this form or call us at (480) 830-5024.
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Worship Schedule
Sundays
Traditional Worship
8am (with communion)
9:30am
Contemporary Worship
(With Children’s Church)
11am
Saturdays
Traditional Worship
4pm
1st Weekend of the Month
Communion in all services
1st Thursday of the Month
Prayer and Praise Worship
10am - in the Chapel
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 25 @ 10am
Worship Schedule
Sundays
Worship service
8am, 9:30am, and 11am
Saturdays
Worship service
4pm
1st Weekend of the Month
Communion in all services
1st Thursday of the Month
Prayer and Praise Worship
10am - in the Chapel
LENT-Easter special services
Ash Wednesday
February 14th
4pm & 6pm
Lenten Services
February 21 - March 27
Wednesdays @ 4pm
Soup Supper after every service
Holy Week
Palm Sunday
March 23-24 (Regular Weekend Service Times)
Maundy Thursday
March 28 @ 4pm & 6pm
Good Friday
March 29 @ 4pm & 6pm
Special Easter Vigil
March 30 @ 10am
Sunrise Easter Service
March 31 @ 6am
Continental Breakfast: 7am-8am
Easter Services
March 30-31 (Regular Weekend Service Times)
What to Expect
Here’s a quick and friendly guide on what to expect when you visit:
We are thrilled to have you join us! Enjoy the special parking spaces near the entrance specifically designated for first-time visitors, just like yourself. Additionally, if you are looking for a home church, we have a wonderful gift for you. Don’t forget to complete our connect card and bring it to the Welcome Center to receive your gift!
You’ll find us at 5946 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85205. Parking is a breeze with our large lot right on the premises.
We love having families around! Your little ones are more than welcome at our services. Plus, we have an unstaffed nursery available during all services where you can still catch the service being played.
We are also excited that, starting in February, we are offering Children’s Church for our 2-10 year olds during the 11am Contemporary Worship Service! Check out more info below.
If you’ve got questions or need a hand with something, give us a call at (480) 830-5024. We’re always happy to help!
We can’t wait to meet you and share in a wonderful worship experience together at Victory Lutheran Church!
You have options! We offer both in-person services and online live streams of our Sunday 9:30am service, as well as all special events/services. In person worship happens Saturdays at 4pm and Sundays 8am & 9:30am. We also have a Contemporary Worship that happens every Sunday at 11am (more info here). Join us however you feel most at ease.
We’re pretty relaxed about what you wear. ‘Sunday Best’ can mean different things to different people. We want you to feel comfortable and be yourself.
We offer communion every week at the 8 a.m. Sunday services. We also have communion every first weekend of the month in all services. We practice open communion, so no matter your background, you’re welcome to participate!
Our Worship Services
Sunday @ 11:00am
Blends relevant preaching with modern Christian praise music from guitars, drums, and keyboards for a dynamic atmosphere. We strive to make worship accessible to everyone. Children’s messages are included, and starting February 9th, children ages 2–10 will be invited to their own teaching time in Children’s Church.
Sunday @ 11:00am
We are offering Children’s Church for our 2-10 year olds during the 11:00am Contemporary Worship Service starting Sunday, February 9th. Children will be dismissed from the Worship Center after the Children’s Message and will be picked in the Nursery at the end of the 11:00 am service. Parents interested in Children’s Church will check in their children prior to the start of the service and will be given a name tag for themselves and their children. Two adults will be present with the children at all times. Lessons will be held in the Nursery.
Saturday @ 4:00pm
Liturgical worship in a come-as-you-are atmosphere. The pastors do not “robe up”, but the music and messages remain central to each service, and the familiar structure of traditional worship is followed.
Sunday @ 9:30am
Follows a clear liturgical order from the Lutheran Service Book, aligned with the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost. Each season’s themes, colors, and readings guide worship. Music is central, emphasizing congregational hymns, choirs, and organ, which enrich the service with sacred and classical works.
Sunday @ 8:00 am
Maintains a strong link to historical practices, honoring the Reformation’s legacy and enduring Christian truths. Communion is offered at all 8:00 am services. The Choir and Bell Choir regularly enrich both the 8:00 & 9:30 am services.
What to Expect
Here’s a quick and friendly guide on what to expect when you visit:
We are thrilled to have you join us! Enjoy the special parking spaces near the entrance specifically designated for first-time visitors, just like yourself. Additionally, if you are looking for a home church, we have a wonderful gift for you. Don’t forget to complete our connect card and bring it to the Welcome Center to receive your gift!
You’ll find us at 5946 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85205. Parking is a breeze with our large lot right on the premises.
We love having families around! Your little ones are more than welcome at our services. Plus, we have an unstaffed nursery available during all services where you can still catch the service being played.
We are also excited that, starting in February, we are offering Children’s Church for our 2-10 year olds during the 11am Contemporary Worship Service! Check out more info below.
If you’ve got questions or need a hand with something, give us a call at (480) 830-5024. We’re always happy to help!
We can’t wait to meet you and share in a wonderful worship experience together at Victory Lutheran Church!
You have options! We offer both in-person services and online live streams of our Sunday 9:30am service, as well as all special events/services. In person worship happens Saturdays at 4pm and Sundays 8am & 9:30am. We also have a Contemporary Worship that happens every Sunday at 11am (more info here). Join us however you feel most at ease.
We’re pretty relaxed about what you wear. ‘Sunday Best’ can mean different things to different people. We want you to feel comfortable and be yourself.
We offer communion every week at the 8 a.m. Sunday services. We also have communion every first weekend of the month in all services. We practice open communion, so no matter your background, you’re welcome to participate!
Our Worship Services
Saturday @ 4:00pm
Liturgical worship in a come-as-you-are atmosphere. The pastors do not “robe up”, but the music and messages remain central to each service, and the familiar structure of traditional worship is followed.
Sunday @ 8:00 am
Maintains a strong link to historical practices, honoring the Reformation’s legacy and enduring Christian truths. Communion is offered at all 8:00 am services. The Choir and Bell Choir regularly enrich both the 8:00 & 9:30 am services.
Sunday @ 9:30am
Follows a clear liturgical order from the Lutheran Service Book, aligned with the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost. Each season’s themes, colors, and readings guide worship. Music is central, emphasizing congregational hymns, choirs, and organ, which enrich the service with sacred and classical works.
Sunday @ 11:00am
Blends relevant preaching with modern Christian praise music from guitars, drums, and keyboards for a dynamic atmosphere. We strive to make worship accessible to everyone. Children’s messages are included, and starting February 9th, children ages 2–10 will be invited to their own teaching time in Children’s Church.
Sunday @ 11:00am
We are offering Children’s Church for our 2-10 year olds during the 11:00am Contemporary Worship Service starting Sunday, February 9th. Children will be dismissed from the Worship Center after the Children’s Message and will be picked in the Nursery at the end of the 11:00 am service. Parents interested in Children’s Church will check in their children prior to the start of the service and will be given a name tag for themselves and their children. Two adults will be present with the children at all times. Lessons will be held in the Nursery.
What Is Contemporary
Lutheran Worship at Victory?
Select praise and worship songs that are firmly grounded in biblical truth and align with Lutheran theology. Ensure that the lyrics accurately reflect the teachings and attributes of Jesus Christ, emphasizing His redemptive work, grace, and glory.
Prioritize songs that highlight the Gospel message and the person of Jesus Christ. Choose songs that proclaim His sacrificial death, victorious resurrection, and His role as Savior and Lord. Avoid songs that solely focus on personal experiences or emotions without a clear connection to Christ.
Seek songs that convey deep theological truths about the nature of God, His attributes, and the doctrines of the Christian faith. Look for songs that express the Trinity, the Incarnation, the atonement, and other central doctrines.
Encourage congregational participation in praise and worship by selecting songs that are easy to sing and have memorable melodies. Ensure that the congregation can actively engage in worship through congregational singing, responsive readings, and choruses that facilitate corporate worship.
Strive for musical excellence in the execution of praise and worship songs. Encourage the use of skilled musicians and vocalists who are able to lead the congregation in a way that is musically pleasing and edifying. Pay attention to proper vocal technique, harmonies, and instrumental arrangements.
Incorporate a variety of musical styles and traditions within the framework of conservative, traditional Lutheran worship. Include hymns, contemporary worship songs, gospel songs, and spiritual songs, selecting those that align with Lutheran theology and enhance the worship experience.
Integrate praise and worship songs into the overall liturgical structure of the worship service. Find appropriate moments within the service, such as before or after the Scripture readings or as a response to the sermon, to incorporate praise and worship songs.
Maintain a balanced repertoire of praise and worship songs, including both timeless hymns and contemporary songs. Avoid excessive focus on either extreme, striving for a blend of tradition and innovation that speaks across generations. Intentionally curate song rotation so that there is a mix in each service of familiar and new songs to be introduced.
Foster an atmosphere of worship that is both reverent and responsive to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Encourage prayers, intercessions, and moments of silence that allow for individual and collective reflection and response to God’s presence.
Regularly evaluate the praise and worship songs being used in the congregation. Seek feedback from church members and leaders to ensure that the chosen songs are edifying, inspiring, and reflective of the congregation’s worship style and theological convictions.
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