Zion Lutheran Church Church: Where Faith and Community Meet

At Zion Lutheran Church Sunday, part of ELCA, we believe that the love of Christ is the foundation of our community. We strive to embody that love in everything we do, whether through our worship services, outreach programs, or interactions with one another. We welcome everyone, regardless of background or beliefs, and invite you to experience the transformative power of Christ's love at Zion Lutheran Church.

The current Gothic structure, made of Indiana Limestone, was built in 1921 at the corner of Fifth and Market streets. It is one of the largest churches in north-central Pennsylvania. Degan chimes were installed as a memorial to the men who lost their lives in World War I, and a Moeller pipe organ was donated by the J.M. Francis Bible Sunday School Class.

The first church in Sunbury was a combination of church and school built in 1772 on the northeast corner of Walnut Street and River Avenue. This building was used until 1793, when a new church, “The German Lutheran Church of Sunbury,” was completed at Third and Church streets. In 1854, a new church with a high steeple was constructed on the same site. 

In 1877, the name was changed to “Zion’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Sunbury, PA.” Our story is still being written! We are a community of people seeking to live out Christ's love in the world. In the face of the challenges of the 21st century, we are committed to God's call for justice and peace. ALL are welcome in our imperfect family of faith.