Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Messiah Lutheran Church ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://messiah-nc.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://messiah-nc.org/blog-streampage/) ## Pages - [Home](https://messiah-nc.org/) - Come Visit! 8300 Providence Rd Charlotte, NC 28277 | Office@messiah-nc.org | 704-541-1624. - [Staff](https://messiah-nc.org/staff-draft/) - Rev. Steve Patton Senior Pastor Pastor Steve and his wife Myra moved to Charlotte in 2017 from Arizona, where they planted a new church. Steve finds great joy in sharing the gospel of Jesus with all people, especially those who are seeking a closer relationship with God and His Church. As senior pastor, he feels - [Staff](https://messiah-nc.org/staff-2/) - Senior Pastor, Steve Patton Phone: (704) 541-1624, ext. 250 Email: pastorsteve@messiah-nc.org Associate Pastor, Roger Penny Phone: (704) 541-1624, ext. 240 Email: pastorroger@messiah-nc.org Director of Family Life & Youth, Paula Weiss Phone: (704) 541-1624, ext. 270 Email: family@messiah-nc.org Directors of Preschool, Alyssa Breuer Phone: (704) 541-1624, ext. 300 Email: preschool@messiah-nc.org Parish Administrator, Barbara Ames Phone: (704) - [Parent Resources](https://messiah-nc.org/preschool/parent-resources/) - At Messiah Lutheran Preschool, we believe that parents and teachers work together as partners in nurturing each child’s growth. Our mission is rooted in faith, love, and learning, and we are committed to creating a Christ-centered environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore God’s world. This page is designed to keep you - [Lent & Easter 2026](https://messiah-nc.org/lent-easter/) - Ash Wednesday (February 18) – Set aside time for pause and reflection as we begin this journey of Lent to prepare our hearts and minds in anticipation of Easter12:30pm and 7:00pm Worship Services(There will be no Wednesday night classes this week, but we invite you to join us for a meal at “The Gathering” from - [Outreach and Service](https://messiah-nc.org/outreach-and-service/) - Our Outreach Vision is to faithfully share the Good News, equip God’s people to grow in faith, and welcome all into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ calls us to love God with all our hearts, souls and minds AND to love our neighbors as ourselves. These are our greatest commandments. (Mark 12:30-31)At - [Advent & Christmas 2025](https://messiah-nc.org/advent-christmas/) - SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES — ADVENT THEME: “Every Heart Prepare”8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. (Adult and Children’s Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. — no Sunday School on Dec. 14 due to Christmas Program)BLUE CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICE (For help with grief or struggles) — Sunday, November 308:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services SUNDAY ADULT BIBLE CLASS ADVENT SERIES: - [Applications and Enrollment](https://messiah-nc.org/preschool/applications/) - Preschool applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now open.A deposit of $100 will be required to save a spot. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Limited spots available. 2's Class Application (2026-2027) 3's Class Application (2026-2027) 4's Class Application (2026-2027) TK Class Application (2026-2027) For the application for our kindergarten program, please - [Parent Resources](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/parent-resources/) - At Messiah Lutheran Kindergarten, our program is built to help children grow academically, spiritually, and socially through a Christ‑centered education.We provide a warm, hands‑on learning environment where every child is encouraged to explore, discover, and develop the gifts God has given them. Guided by Biblical values, we partner closely with families to build a strong - [Messiah Lutheran Kindergarten](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/) - OPENING '26-'27 SCHOOL YEAR! A new kindergarten in South Charlotte focusing on spiritual growth, traditional academics, and life skills - [Academics](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/academics/) - Our Academic CommitmentAt Messiah Christian Kindergarten, we make the most of these formative years and nurturing excellence in academic, character, and Godly living.Our teachers are the heart of our program. Their love for children and passion for learning create an environment where students grow in both knowledge and faith.We build strong foundations in reading, writing, - [Upcoming Admissions Events](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/admissions/events/) - Interest Sessions for New Families Thank you for your interest in Messiah Lutheran Kindergarten! We look forward to meeting you! During our time together, we hope to answer any questions you may have about our school and the application/enrollment process. Please park in the SOUTH parking lot (adjacent to the preschool playground and new building - [Children's Ministry](https://messiah-nc.org/childrens-ministry/) - Join us weekly for…Sunday School ClassesSunday School meets regularly for all ages year-round, including in the summer! Messiah’s Sunday School classes are designed with everyone in mind and all begin at 9:45am. Come right to the welcome desk, and we will check you in and get your children to the right classroom! A cheerful nursery staff keeps - [Youth Ministry](https://messiah-nc.org/youth-ministry/) - Youth ministry at Messiah Lutheran Church welcomes middle and high school students into a Christ-centered community where faith and friendships grow together. Our ministry encourages youth to build lasting relationships with one another and with Jesus Christ through engaging Bible study, meaningful service opportunities, and intentional discipleship. Together, we explore God’s Word, serve our neighbors, and - [About Our Preschool](https://messiah-nc.org/preschool/) - Messiah Lutheran Preschool is a non-profit half-day preschool that offers a warm, loving, child-sized, child-centered atmosphere based on the needs and interests of two, three, four and five year-old children.The most important way preschoolers learn the Biblical message is by being with adults who radiate God’s love and care. Our preschool was established in 1987 - [Admissions](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/admissions/) - Welcome to Messiah Christian Kindergarten!Thank you for considering our program for your child’s education. We are excited to partner with families in building a strong academic and faith foundation.Now Accepting Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year! Upcoming Admissions Events How to Apply Applying is simple through our Online Application below.Children must be five years old on or - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/faqs/) - What are tuition and fees for Messiah Christian Kindergarten? $6,300 yearly tuition + $100 non-refundable application/enrollment fee + $150 one-time activity feeTuition will be drafted August-April, $700 per month. What does a typical school day look like? 8:00-8:15 Arrival and Free Time8:15-9:15 Morning core studies9:15-9:30 Morning meeting9:30-9:45 Snack9:45-11:30 Continue morning core studies 11:30-11:50 Lunch11:50-12:15 Recess12:15-1:15 Afternoon - [Purpose, Vision, and Mission](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/mission/) - Messiah Christian Academy teaches morals and values consistent with a Biblical Christian worldview in a environment where your family and our school family have open, transparent relationships. Students learn in an environment that combines the best of homeschooling and the social interaction and participation of traditional classrooms.Watch the short video below to learn more about - [Mission and Vision](https://messiah-nc.org/mission-vision/) - MESSIAH’S MISSION Look upReceive God’s gracious love in Word and sacrament.Make a joyful noise to Him in praise and prayer.Look aroundSupport one another in study, service and sharing.Value one another as unique gifts of God.Look outwardBe a living testimony to Christ our Savior.Share God’s love in the world around us by word and deed. MESSIAH’S - ["Weekly Word" Newsletters](https://messiah-nc.org/weekly-word/) - Messiah’s “Weekly Word” has all of our current events, church news, and opportunities in one place! Click below to explore some of our past editions of the “Weekly Word”.If you aren’t receiving our “Weekly Word” emails, but would like to, please fill out this form: Receive our "Weekly Word" Emails! - [Ways to Give](https://messiah-nc.org/ways-to-give/) - “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” (1 Peter 4:10)“Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to - [Ministry Expansion Campaign](https://messiah-nc.org/capital-campaign/) - A ministry expansion campaign to "Grow in God's Goodness from Generation to Generation" Pledge A Campaign Gift Make a campaign gift now Campaign Updates New construction updates Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him - [Steven Ministry](https://messiah-nc.org/steven-ministry/) - Stephen Ministry offers a proven and effective way to organize, equip, and supervise a team of congregation members—called Stephen Ministers—to provide high-quality, one-to-one, Christ-centered care to people in the congregation and the community experiencing life difficulties. Stephen Leaders are church staff, lay leaders, and pastors trained to provide ongoing leadership for their congregation’s Stephen Ministry. Stephen Ministry - [New Construction Updates](https://messiah-nc.org/capital-campaign/construction-updates/) - Continued Exterior Water and Vapor Barriers May 30, 2025 Hondros has completed the installation of exterior wall sheathing and continues applying water and vapor... Ductwork Install and Electrical/Plumbing Rough-ins May 22, 2025 Hondros continued installation of exterior wall sheathing and applying water and vapor barriers on the... Exterior Window Framing May 15, 2025 Exterior “storefront” - [Church Center and Directory](https://messiah-nc.org/pco/) - To sign into Church Center and set up your account, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page. In the background, Church staff and ministry leaders will be using Planning Center Online (PCO) to help “power” Church Center. PCO is a church management software that coordinates and integrates data used in day-to-day operations of - [Campaign Updates](https://messiah-nc.org/capital-campaign/campaign-updates/) - Check back often as we add more updates and information here throughout the entire ministry expansion campaign and building process. Once we have broken ground, you will find construction updates here. November 6, 2024 Update:Our groundbreaking ceremony is this Sunday, November 10! Remember that we will have only one service at 10am that day (nursery will - [Belief and Practice](https://messiah-nc.org/belief-and-practice/) - General Information We believe in the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, three persons in one Divine Being (Matthew 28:19) We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God; the only source and authority for Christian doctrine and daily living. (2 Timothy 3:15-17) We believe that all people are sinners and cannot be saved by - [Calendar](https://messiah-nc.org/calendar/) - [Women's Ministry](https://messiah-nc.org/womens-ministry/) - Women’s Ministry at Messiah has a lot going on and includes offerings such as our Annual Women’s Retreat in the spring, small groups, moms’ groups, and other opportunities for women. If you would like to learn more or are interested in starting a new women’s initiative, email Paula Weiss at family@messiah-nc.orgUpcoming Events Small Groups and - [Men's Ministry](https://messiah-nc.org/mens-ministry/) - Men’s Ministry at Messiah has a lot going on and includes offerings such as our Annual Men’s Retreat in the fall, small groups, social outings, and other opportunities for men–both young and old, alike. If you would like to learn more or are interested in starting a new men’s initiative, email Pr. Roger Penny at - [Worship Times and Styles](https://messiah-nc.org/worship-times-and-styles/) - Worship with Us! 8:15 am – Traditional Service10:45 am – Blended Service (Nursery is available for children under 3 years old)‍Sunday School classes for all ages 9:45 am – 10:30 am (Nursery is available for children under 3 years old) Worship Online (Live Stream) Worship Archive (Recorded Sermons) Worship is the center from which the - [Visitors](https://messiah-nc.org/visitors/) - New to Messiah? Welcome! We are so glad you want to learn more about Messiah! We want to know more about you and we would love to hear from you! Fill out the form below to get started. Connect with Us! Join us on Sunday Mornings! Learn more here for more information on times, styles, - [Congregation Updates](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/updates/) - June 29, 2023: Messiah K-2 School Update The Education Team made a valiant attempt to get the school started this Fall 2023, however we needed 10 students and did not meet this number. There are many reasons why this was not well received, ranging from the late marketing effort in March, when most schools started - [Resources](https://messiah-nc.org/resources/) - Frequently Asked Questions as recorded by the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS)Read what others have asked in regard to important issues of faith and life. Ask your questions and receive well thought out biblical answers.Searchable BibleThis website has 50 plus Bible translations in a host of different languages that can be searched in a - [SUNDAY MORNING EARLY WORSHIP STREAM](https://messiah-nc.org/sunday-morning-early-worship-stream/) - [Live Stream Services](https://messiah-nc.org/streaming-services/) - SUNDAY MORNING EARLY SERVICE SUNDAY MORNING LATE SERVICE SPECIAL SERVICE - [Bible Studies](https://messiah-nc.org/bible-studies/) - Small group Bible studies are important to us at Messiah and you are welcomed to participate with us. These are a few of our groups meeting regularly.Men’s StudiesMondays 7:00 am – Study the scripture lessons for the following Sunday. Contact: Dan Phillips for Zoom invite – dlphillips@gmail.com.Fridays 7:00 am – “God’s Word for Today: John: - [APPLY NOW](https://messiah-nc.org/academy/admissions/application/) - [jotform id=”230867942461160″ title=”Messiah Lutheran Christian Academy 2023-2024 Application”] - [Page 404](https://messiah-nc.org/page-404/) - [Holy Communion](https://messiah-nc.org/communion/) - WHEN IS HOLY COMMUNION CELEBRATED? Both Sunday services celebrate Communion on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. We invite you to worship with us regardless of whether or not you are prepared to receive Communion, but ask that you remain in your seat during Communion if you are not prepared to receive the - [9:45 Sunday School & Adult Studies](https://messiah-nc.org/945-sunday-school-adult-studies/) - September through May, Sunday School takes place from 9:45 to 10:35 and is an exciting time for all ages to experience God's Word in an interactive setting. Classes are available and uniquely prepared for ages three through adult. Nursery is provided for infants through age two. - [Sunday School Classes](https://messiah-nc.org/sunday-school-classes/) - Sunday School meets regularly for all ages from September through May. Messiah's Sunday School classes are designed with everyone in mind and all begin at 9:45am. A cheerful nursery staff keeps your babies and toddlers happy and loved. Check out classes for three year olds through 5th grade. Youth (6th -12th) classes are Christ-centered and - [SUNDAY MORNING LATE WORSHIP STREAM](https://messiah-nc.org/sunday-morning-late-worship-stream/) - [SPECIAL SERVICES LIVE STREAM](https://messiah-nc.org/special-services-live-stream/) - [History](https://messiah-nc.org/history/) - On February 20, 1980, Messiah Lutheran Church officially became a Body of Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit as 78 people signed its charter document. Those people made a covenant together to, as stated in their own words, "...commit ourselves, with the help of God, to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to - [Contact](https://messiah-nc.org/contact/) - Office Hours 8:30 - 3:00 Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 12:00 Friday Phone - 704 541-1624 Email - Office@Messiah-nc.org - [Location](https://messiah-nc.org/location/) - Messiah Lutheran Church is conveniently located at: 8300 Providence Rd. near the intersection with Pineville-Matthews Rd. (Highway 51) by the Raintree subdivision. Just South of the Arboretum Shopping Center North of I-485 - [About Us](https://messiah-nc.org/about-us-2/) - Mission Statement Look up Receive God’s gracious love in Word and sacrament. Make a joyful noise to Him in praise and prayer. Look around Support one another in study, service and sharing. Value one another as unique gifts of God. Look outward Be a living testimony to Christ our Savior. Share God’s love in the - [Sermons](https://messiah-nc.org/sermons/) - [RSSImport display="20" feedurl="http://www.reach-af.org/feed/?post_type=cpt_sermons" truncatedescchar="500" target="blank" date="true" displaydescriptions="true" html="true" paging="true" use_simplepie="true"] - [Lutheran Media Outlets](https://messiah-nc.org/resources/lutheran-media-outlets/) - Point of Truth KFUO Radio Lutheran Hour Ministries - [Bible Study Resources](https://messiah-nc.org/resources/bible-study-resources/) - Book of Concord Concordia Publishing House LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations Christian Cyclopedia Daily Devotions Searchable Bible ## Categories - [Capital Campaign](https://messiah-nc.org/category/capital-campaign/) - [Construction](https://messiah-nc.org/category/capital-campaign/const/) ## Tags - [Sunday School](https://messiah-nc.org/tag/sunday-school/) - [adult bible study](https://messiah-nc.org/tag/adult-bible-study/) - [voters assembly](https://messiah-nc.org/tag/voters-assembly/) - [congregational meeting](https://messiah-nc.org/tag/congregational-meeting/) - [building](https://messiah-nc.org/tag/building/) ## Speakers - [Pastor Steve Patton](https://messiah-nc.org/speaker/pastor-steve-patton/) - Pastor Steve Patton is the senior pastor. - [Pastor Ron Wiese](https://messiah-nc.org/speaker/pastor-ron-wiese/) - Pastor Ron Wiese is one of our many retired pastors. - [Pastor Roger Penny](https://messiah-nc.org/speaker/pastor-roger-penny/) ## Series - [Hebrews](https://messiah-nc.org/series/hebrews/) - [Life Together](https://messiah-nc.org/series/life-together/) - [Every Heart Prepare](https://messiah-nc.org/series/every-heart-prepare/) - [Places of the Passion](https://messiah-nc.org/series/places-of-the-passion/) - [We Owe it to the World](https://messiah-nc.org/series/we-owe-it-to-the-world/) ## Topics - [Transfiguration](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/transfiguration/) - [Pentecost](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/pentecost/) - [Holy Trinity](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/holy-trinity/) - [stewardship](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/stewardship/) - [Advent](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/advent/) - [Baptism](https://messiah-nc.org/topics/baptism/) ## Bible books - [Isaiah](https://messiah-nc.org/book/isaiah/) - [Zechariah](https://messiah-nc.org/book/zechariah/) - [Malachi](https://messiah-nc.org/book/malachi/) - [Galatians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/galatians/) - [Luke](https://messiah-nc.org/book/luke/) - [Hebrews](https://messiah-nc.org/book/hebrews/) - [1 Corinthians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/1-corinthians/) - [2 Corinthians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/2-corinthians/) - [1 John](https://messiah-nc.org/book/1-john/) - [1 Kings](https://messiah-nc.org/book/1-kings/) - [1 Peter](https://messiah-nc.org/book/1-peter/) - [1 Timothy](https://messiah-nc.org/book/1-timothy/) - [2 Peter](https://messiah-nc.org/book/2-peter/) - [2 Thessalonians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/2-thessalonians/) - [2 Timothy](https://messiah-nc.org/book/2-timothy/) - [Acts](https://messiah-nc.org/book/acts/) - [Amos](https://messiah-nc.org/book/amos/) - [Colossians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/colossians/) - [Deuteronomy](https://messiah-nc.org/book/deuteronomy/) - [Ecclesiastes](https://messiah-nc.org/book/ecclesiastes/) - [Ephesians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/ephesians/) - [Exodus](https://messiah-nc.org/book/exodus/) - [Ezekiel](https://messiah-nc.org/book/ezekiel/) - [Genesis](https://messiah-nc.org/book/genesis/) - [Hosea](https://messiah-nc.org/book/hosea/) - [Jeremiah](https://messiah-nc.org/book/jeremiah/) - [Leviticus](https://messiah-nc.org/book/leviticus/) - [Micah](https://messiah-nc.org/book/micah/) - [Numbers](https://messiah-nc.org/book/numbers/) - [Philippians](https://messiah-nc.org/book/philippians/) - [Proverbs](https://messiah-nc.org/book/proverbs/) - [Revelation](https://messiah-nc.org/book/revelation/) - [Romans](https://messiah-nc.org/book/romans/) - [Ruth](https://messiah-nc.org/book/ruth/) - [Psalm](https://messiah-nc.org/book/psalm/) ## Service Types - [Traditional and Blended](https://messiah-nc.org/service-type/traditional-blended/) - Traditional Worship incorporates the Lutheran liturgy and hymns. Blended Worship is a mix of traditional and contemporary liturgy and music. The same message is provided at both the 8:15 and 11:00 Worship services. - [Special](https://messiah-nc.org/service-type/special/)