United Hebrew Congregation is a religious organization based on Conway Rd. in St. Louis. When the congregation was started it was the first synagogue west of the Mississippi.
United Hebrew Congregation offers a welcoming environment for patrons to pray and worship. The group offers numerous educational programs as well as activities and events for young people and residents of the community.
The organization has services led by artist in residence, the well-known and exciting musician Rick Recht. Check the main site for a schedule of events or for details on how donate or get involved.
Formerly a military chapel, St. Luke's moved from Jefferson Barracks to its current location in 1941. Led by Pastor Ann Mowery, the church has several organizations in its 200 member congregation. Quilting, prayer shawls and a choir and bells program meet in the church. St. Luke's also lends its facilities out to youth sports teams and AA meetings. To give back to the community, it supports "Meals on Wheels" and started a "Community Blitz" program. Volunteers winterize and complete minor repairs for the Lemay Housing Organization. The church also has a charity resale shop, open on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS), colloquially referred to as the Mormon Church, is the largest denomination originating from the Latter Day Saint movement founded by Joseph Smith Jr. in 1830. In addition to the sanctuary at this location, there is also a family history research library, which is open to the public.
Sharing a building with Christ Community Church on Lindberg Boulevard, just West of Baptist Church Road, this small, Christian private school offers its students a "classical" education in Latin and the writings of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Math is taught in using an unusual Asian model. Its students have scored an average of 29 on their ACTs for the last five years, and the last five graduating classes have had an 100% college acceptance rate. Students take yearly trips to colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.
Located at the intersection of Argonne and Taylor, Eliot Chapel Nursery School is a full-service preschool. It offers an enriching environment for preschool age children where the school works on development of the whole child. Eliot Chapel Preschool-Kirkwood offers art, music and story-telling, as well as healthy, peanut-free snacks.
Twin Rivers Worship Center is a large congregation that offers a mix of traditional and contemporary services. Though the congregation is large, everyone is invited to meet in the lobby after the service to convene with the Pastor and get acquainted. Twin Rivers Worship Center offers ministries, life groups, family life night and elder ministries.
After moving several times, Grace Union Church moved into a 42,000 square foot building with rooms for every age group. From nurseries to game rooms to a cafe, this church wants every family member to get involved. Scrapbooking, connection groups, Bible study and many other men's and women's groups meet through the church. The church also gives to local charities such as "Feed My People." "Grace Union was started by people who lived in the community, who had a heart for reaching and serving people," says Assist. Pastor Tim Vance.
White Flag Christian Church is located on Telegraph Road in Oakville and is overseen by Head Pastor Paul Wingfield. Sunday worship is held at 9am and 10:45am on Sundays. Worship services are also held on Saturday at 5pm. There are numerous ministries and study groups available. The church's Next Kids ministry provides education and childcare for nursery, preschool and elementary aged children.
Located in St. Louis, in the close-in suburb of Clayton, The Church of St. Michael & St. George is a parish made alive in Christ and celebrating this life through the Anglican liturgy and sacraments with vibrant preaching and teaching, and beautiful, traditional music. It is a welcoming community and is extremely family-friendly.
The parish family is a lively mix of lifelong Episcopalians and members raised in a number of other denominations and religious traditions.
Times of worship vary depending on the season; month-by-month event calendars on the church's website provide visitors with an overview of upcoming gatherings. The website also features audio of past sermons, newsletters for download and more.
The regularly updated Church of St. Michael and St. George e-letter may be viewed here.
The following is the schedule of church services, available on its website and reprinted here with permission from the church. Child care is available for all Sunday liturgies:
Sunday summer schedule (May 27, 2011 through Sept. 16, 2011)
- 8 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I — A quiet, less crowded liturgy with homily
- 10 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I — A liturgy with full choir
- 5:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite II — St. George's Chapel; a less formal setting with hymns, homily and organ
Sunday winter schedule (Sept. 18, 2011 through May 20, 2012)
- 8 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I — A quiet, less crowded liturgy with homily
- 9:15 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I — A family liturgy with full choir
- 11:15 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I — First Sunday of the month, full choir; Choral Matins, Rite I; full choir on the second, third and fourth Sundays of the month
- 5:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite II — St. George's Chapel; a less formal setting with hymns, homily and organ
Weekly schedule (Holy Eucharist in St. Mary's Chapel)
- Monday: 7 a.m.
- Tuesday: 10:30 a.m.
- Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. (Healing Liturgy)
- Thursday: 11:45 a.m.
- Friday: 7 a.m.
Webster Groves Presbyterian Church has both traditional and informal services. In the traditional service you can find handbells and choirs. There are a large selection of events and activities for children and adults. It also has an Early Childhood Center preschool program that has served children ages 21/2 to 6 since 1962.
Eden Theological Seminary educates pastors and teachers to be able to lead and disciple. It has students attending from a variety of backgrounds including United Methodist, Presbyterian, Catholic, Baptist and more. Eden was founded in 1850 in Marthesville, MO. It relocated to Wellston, then to Webster in 1924. For information about classes and registration, visit the website.
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church has staff and congregation members who are active in ministries in Creve Coeur, the greater St. Louis area and in locations around the world. The church is currently exploring the possibility of a substantial expansion project.
Holy Trinity is a small church located just south of Hixson Middle School. This small community of believers meets for services on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. This is a Reformed Episcopal Church Parish.
First Baptist Church of Meacham Park is led by Pastor Darren Smotherson. The church holds Bible studies on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm and 7pm. Worship services are held on Sunday mornings at 9:30am and 10:45am. First Baptist Church welcomes visitors.
The Catholic Student Center Newman Community at Washington University offers opportunities for worship, fellowship and education. Its services include spiritual retreats, informational programs for those interested in learning about what it means to be Catholic and the promotion of social justice. An extensive list of services is available on the group's website.
The Rock Church of Saint Louis is led by Pastor Timothy Cowin. It is a casual contemporary facility for people of all backgrounds. The main focus is on God, not religion. The congregation meets in other places, but this is its primary location. The church's motto is "Love God + Love People = Change the World."
Glendale Lutheran Church is a place of worship and religious education. Mass is held on Saturdays at 5pm and on Sundays at 8:15 and 10:45 in the morning. Nursery services are offered for small children during Sunday mass times. The church is involved with outreach and mission programs like Compassion International program for children in third world countries.
Education programs are available here for children and adults and include Sunday school services and confirmation classes. Junior and Senior Youth programs are offered here for kids in grades 6 through 12. These youth programs offer youth activity nights, retreats and special summer events. Stephen Carter is the interim pastor for this church.