Pastor Sean Kilgo of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS recently taught at a Lutheran men's retreat near Chicago on Christian martyrdom and the joyful confession of Christ. Discover how the faithful witness of the martyrs continues to encourage Christians to trust Christ, stand firm in His Word, and boldly confess the Gospel.

Pastor Sean Kilgo reflects on the importance of Lutheran campus ministry in strengthening the faith of college students. Through God’s Word, the Sacraments, Bible study, and Christian fellowship, students are equipped to face challenges, grow in their confession of Christ, and emerge from their college years with a faith refined like gold.

Join Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS for Fireside Fridays, held on the second Friday of the month at 6:00 PM in the church courtyard. Enjoy snacks, drinks, fellowship, and warm conversation around the fire with members, visitors, students, families, and neighbors.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS gives thanks for everyone who served at the recent Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build. Volunteers helped build beds for children in need, donated bedding, and showed Christian mercy through practical service. Watch for future opportunities to serve our neighbors together.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS gives thanks for a joyful Block Party filled with food trucks, desserts, drinks, outdoor games, and fellowship for all ages. We are grateful for everyone who attended, served, and helped make the evening a warm expression of Christian hospitality and community.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS invites members, students, families, and neighbors to support the September Food Barrel collection. This month’s requested items are Mac and Cheese and cereal. Home grown food may be taken directly to Just Food at 1000 E. 11th Street.

Christian stewardship begins with the First Commandment, “You shall have no other gods.” Luther teaches us to fear, love, and trust in God above all things. This reflection considers how money and possessions can become idols, and how faith in our heavenly Father frees us to use His gifts for generosity, mercy, and service.

Hospitality is more than being polite or welcoming visitors at the door. Scripture teaches hospitality as love for the stranger, rooted in the life of the Church as the body and family of Christ. Pastor Kilgo reflects on how Christians welcome guests and care for one another as those gathered into Christ’s enduring kingdom.

New to KU? You are not alone. Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, Kansas invites students and young adults to connect with the Crimson and Blue Lutheran Crew during Hawk Week, CBLC style. CBLC is a Christian student group and Kansas campus ministry where students can find worship, fellowship, food, study, service, and a true home away from home.

Join Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS after church for Ice Cream, Games, and Fellowship. This is a great chance to meet new students, enjoy conversation, and experience the warm community of a traditional church in Lawrence KS.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS invites you to the 4th Annual Redeemer Christian Wisdom Series, September 10 through 12, 2026. Rev. Dr. David Petersen will teach on Ministry and Discipline in the Midst of a Digital Age, offering timely Lutheran wisdom for faithful Christian life today.

Pastor Kilgo reflects on Clement of Alexandria’s teaching on the rich young man, showing that wealth itself is not the danger, but the way possessions can become our security, identity, and lord. In Christ, Christians receive a treasure that cannot be lost and are freed to use earthly gifts in love for the neighbor.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS was blessed to host 50 LCMS U campus ministry leaders from across the country. The conference offered theological education, networking, best practice sharing, and time in God’s Word as leaders were strengthened to serve students with the Gospel on campus.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS is hosting Trail Life USA Troop KS2315. Boys grow through outdoor adventure, Christian mentoring, leadership, service, and practical skills. Join us for the August 3 Open House and learn how families can become part of this Christ centered troop.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS is honored to host the Lutherans for Life of Kansas Annual Conference on September 26, 2026. Join us for speakers, fellowship, a Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build, and a collection of twin sheet sets for children in need.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS invites members and neighbors to support our June Food Barrel collection. This month’s focus items are cereal and canned meat. Home grown food may be taken directly to Just Food at 1000 East 11th Street in Lawrence.

Psalm 23 comforts the Church with a steady promise, the Lord is our Shepherd, and He provides what we need for body and soul. Yet we often live as though we are on our own, putting work, fear, or uncertainty before His gifts.

Christians have always been a singing people, not to perform, but to confess. In “The Singing Church,” we reflect on how hymns and liturgy place the Word of Christ on our lips, strengthen faith, comfort troubled consciences, and unite the congregation in joyful proclamation of the Gospel together.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS is honored to host the LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference June 4–5, 2026. Campus workers will gather for worship, teaching, and practical training, then return to their campuses strengthened to serve students with historic, confessional Christianity and Christ centered care.

Rooted in Christ and anchored in the faith confessed across 2,000 years, Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS offers traditional, reverent worship shaped by Scripture, the Sacraments, and the historic liturgy. If you’re exploring churches in Lawrence KS, you’re warmly invited to receive Christ’s gifts with us and discover the steady joy of Lutheran distinctives.