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Bethany and Concordia Lutheran Churches, The Dalles and Hood River, Oregon $WikiTagline

We are a dual parish of evangelical, Confessional Lutheran congregations in the Columbia River Gorge. We are joined together because we share the same pastor, who serves both congregations. But more importantly, we share the doctrine of Holy Scripture (the Bible), which is summarized and explained in the Lutheran Confessions.

We are also joined with other Lutheran churches in the United States and worldwide by our membership in the Evangelical Lutheran Synod and the Confessional Evangelical Lutheran Conference.
Lutheranism is not really a denomination, but a confession of faith. We believe and teach the same as the first Christians, because this faith still meets the needs of today's Christians.
What we believe forms the basis for the way we worship. Our worship is deeply meaningful, centered and focused upon Jesus Christ as He is present for us through His Word and Sacraments. We are a group of sinners who gather as often as we may to receive God's forgiveness, as well as strength and guidance for thankful, godly lives. Other sinners are always welcome!

Bethany's Mary Martha Circle
Bible Classes at Bethany and Concordia, including our Getting Into God's Word class.
Joint Activities Planning

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