A World of Difference

At Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, we place our highest priority on those in our community or world who have need of either hearing the gospel or receiving Christian compassion. At the same time we emphasize service to our community and the strengthening of families.

Gloria Dei is committed to reaching out beyond its walls in ministry to the local community, in partnership with the South Dakota Synod, and to the world. We live out the biblical calling of Jesus who said, “You will be my witness in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1)

Supporting Companion Churches
A team of Gloria Dei members travels to Nicaragua every year for a Medical Mission. We sponsor Train Up a Child and other parts of the mission work in Cameroon.

Serving our Lord by Serving Others
Our members volunteer to serve at The Banquet, Heartland House, and Habitat for Humanity, and worship with the inmates at the South Dakota State Penitentiary.

Providing Support & Encouragement on the Rosebud Indian Reservation
We have a long-standing relationship with Grace Episcopal Church at Soldier Creek on the Rosebud Reservation. We provide propane, Youth Bible School, building repairs, and a Christmas Gift project.

Reaching out into the world
Our Monthly Partnership Ministries invite the congregation to steady involvement in God’s mission beyond our membership.  Two quilting groups provide needed items for Lutheran World Relief and local needs.

Please contact us for more information on Mission and Outreach programs or opportunities to be involved.