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Spruce Run Lutheran Church

442 West Hill Road
Glen Gardner, NJ 08826
(908)537-4824

Rev. Gary V. Ettlemyer, Pastor

Message from the Pastor


Prayers for Consolation and Peace

Our prayers are with the men, women and families of the Armed Forces deployed in Iraq and around the world to fight against terrorism. The peace of God be with you.


Our Mission Statement

For over two and a quarter centuries, Spruce Run Evangelical Lutheran Zion Church has existed to draw people into a community of faith which proclaims the good news of Jesus Christ in Word and Sacrament. Our sense of hope, strength, and grace - our Lutheran heritage - will nurture our Congregation and we will continue to reach out to the community through Christian education, music and service.

 

Who we are:

We are a medium size, semi-rural congregation in North West Central New Jersey serving Christians in northern Hunterdon County and some of Warren County. We welcome all who believe in Christ Jesus.


Historically, the Spruce Run Lutheran Church dates back to 1775 when the first congregation met in a nearby farmhouse.

In this cabin, built by Frederick Fritts in 1756, the first services of the Spruce Run Lutheran Church, Hill Road, were held in 1775. Near the roof are holes for defending against hostile Indians.

The present church building was constructed in 1870 with the latest addition, completed in 1991, providing expanded educational facilities and a Nursery. There are many events and active groups for children and adults: The Women of the ELCA, youth groups and choirs (chancel choir and handbell choir), as well as family, youth and adult fellowship events held throughout the year.

In the year 2000, we completed our year-long celebration of the 225th anniversary of the church. Visit our 225th Anniversary Celebration Scrapbook page for celebration highlights and events. 

 

Where we are:

We are located on West Hill Road in Lebanon Township about a mile and a half up the hill from Glen Gardner (Route 31).

Directions and Map to the Spruce Run Lutheran Church.


If you are new to the area and are looking for a new church home, may we suggest you visit us next Sunday.

Schedule:

Visit our 225th Anniversary Celebration Scrapbook page.
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