About Worship
UniLu has in-person worship services (masks are optional) and continues to stream services on Zoom or via YouTube Live.
Worship is central to our life in God and our life together. These things we do and say turn us and center us to live a different kind of life: a life that is focused on serving God and serving neighbor.
From the ELCA: "Connected with and central to everything we do, worship unites us in celebration, engages us in thoughtful dialogue and helps us grow in faith. It grounds us in our Christian and Lutheran roots, while demonstrating practical relevance for today’s world."
We celebrate the Eucharist (Holy Communion) every Sunday. Lutherans believe that Jesus Christ's true presence is "in, with, and under" the earthly elements of bread and wine. We welcome all to the Lord’s Table.
For those of you who might feel lost during worship or do not understand why we do what we do: do not hesitate to ask someone sitting near you or ask the pastor questions after worship.
weekly worship times
Sundays + 10.30 AM. Join University Lutheran for our weekly worship service in-person (masks are optional) or streamed on Zoom or via YouTube Live. You also can call in by dialing 1-646-876-9923 and using Meeting ID: 923 3214 9063.
Tuesdays + 4.00 PM. Join University Lutheran for Evening Prayer in-person (masks are optional) just before Feast Incarnate. This is a casual, reflective, and interactive service with Holy Communion.
Accessibility
There are no stairs to enter the building or access UniLu’s sanctuary or bathrooms. Large-print bulletins are available near the sanctuary doors.
UniLu partners with Deaf Services Unlimited to offer Video Remote Interpreting for Sunday worshipers. To request this service, please complete this form by noon the Wednesday prior to the Sunday of your planned attendance. That Sunday morning, we will provide a link to a video of the interpreter joining UniLu's service via livestream, that you may access through your personal device (a mobile phone or tablet).
UPCOMING SERVICES AND LECTIONARY
EASTER
18 MAY 2025 (FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER)
Easter initiates a new day. It anticipates a new heaven and a new earth. The risen Christ is making all things new. In the mystery of holy baptism God has made new people of us. Today Jesus invites us to see everyone in a new light—through the lens of love.
Join University Lutheran for worship in-person or streamed on Zoom or via YouTube Live. You also can call in by dialing 1-646-876-9923 and using Meeting ID: 923 3214 9063.
Music: On Jordan’s Stormy Bank I Stand ELW 437 | Where Charity and Love Prevail ELW 359 | Look Who Gathers at Christ's Table ACS 977 | Baptized and Set Free ELW 453 | Now the Green Blade Rises ELW 379
St. John--Descent of the New Jerusalem, Miner Kilbourne Kellogg, n.d. (Smithsonian American Art Museum)
25 MAY 2025 (SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER)
Third Annual Pride on the Plaza collaborative, ecumenical worship service outside on Innovation Plaza, followed by a potluck picnic, kicking off Pride Month with our neighbors from the Christian Association at Penn, Open Door at Drexel, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Tabernacle United Church, and Whosoever Metropolitan Community Church! All are invited to bring a side dish to share.
Adoration of the Lamb, The Ghent Altarpiece, Hubrecht van Eyck & Jan van Eyck, 1432 (St. Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent)
SEASONS OF THE CHURCH YEAR
Advent - Dec. 1, 2024 - Dec. 23, 2024
Christmas - Dec. 24, 2024 - Jan. 6, 2025
Time after Epiphany - Jan. 7, 2025 - Mar. 4, 2025
Lent - Mar. 5, 2025 - Apr. 16, 2025
The Three Days - Apr. 17, 2025 - Apr. 19, 2025
Easter - Apr. 20, 2025 - June 8, 2025
Time after Pentecost - June 9, 2025 - Nov. 27, 2025