Our Church
Our Beliefs
Our Teachings
Christ Lutheran Church is a member congregation of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS). The Lutheran Church derives its name from Martin Luther, a German monk, whose posting of the 95 Theses in 1517 sparked the Reformation. The Book of Concord, published in 1580, set forth what Lutherans believe, teach, and confess. Lutherans believe and teach nothing more and nothing less than what the Scriptures themselves teach.
Our Order of Worship
Prayer, praise, and thanksgiving through Word and Sacrament
Every Sunday, our congregation follows the Divine Service. Our traditional approach to worship comes directly from the Lutheran Service Book. Where through,
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Confession and Absolution we are welcomed into God’s presence.
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Service of the Word we hear God’s word and confess together.
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Service of the Sacrament God comes to us in the Lord’s Supper and we testify together to this gift.
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Post-Communion the service ends in God’s name, and we are sent forth.
As we worship
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Communion: Christ Lutheran Church partakes in the Lord’s Supper every Sunday. Visitors who desire to receive this sacrament and are not yet instructed, in doubt, or hold a confession differing from the LCMS are asked to speak with Pastor or an usher.
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The Word and melody: Bringing God’s Word and melody together was modeled by Martin Luther. Our traditional worship is accompanied by pipe organ and our talented organist, Jordan Glock. Whether the Inroit, This is the Feast, or praise and thanksgiving offered through an LSB hymn, we welcome you to add your voice to ours.
Our Pastor
Rev. Randall Bell
Rev. Randall Bell graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1986. His first call was to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bertrand, Nebraska. He has also served as the pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Woodburn, Indiana, and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Latimer, Iowa. He has been serving Christ Lutheran Church in Augusta, Missouri since 2001 — 25 years of faithful ministry here.
As Pastor Bell prepares for retirement, the congregation will issue a call in 2027. We invite everyone to pray for Pastor Bell, the call committee, and the individual that God has already chosen (but is yet unknown to us).
Pastor Bell and Julie (Kurtz) were married in August 1984. They are blessed with two children: Sarah and Brian. Brian and Julia (Flom) were married in January 2014. They are blessed with three sons, Levi, Zayden, and Tristan. Sarah married Dustin Struble in August 2020. They are blessed with a son, Felix, and daughter, Adele.
Our History
Christ Lutheran Church was the third Lutheran congregation to be established in St. Charles County.
O Lord, I love the habitation of Thy House, and the place where Thy glory dwells. Psalm 26:8
1858: Lutheran worship in Augusta begins. A group of Augusta residents called upon the pastor in New Melle to lead worship in their hometown. The first services were held in private homes.
1859: The first pastoral call. In the fall of 1859, a formal call for a pastor was issued.
1860: Installing the first pastor. Rev. J.H. Doermann was installed as pastor on March 25, 1860.
1864: Christ Lutheran becomes part of the LCMS. Then known as the Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Missouri, Ohio, and other States.
1872: Let us go to the house of the Lord. The original brick sanctuary was built at a cost of $2,600.
1909: Turning 50. On November 7, 1909, Christ Lutheran celebrated its 50th anniversary.
1916: Worshiping in English. For the first time (but not without conflict), an English service was introduced. It would be three decades before the German language would disappear from the church and school.
1934: Turning 75. On November 4, 1934, Christ Lutheran celebrated its 75th anniversary.
1959: Celebrating a century. Christ Lutheran Church celebrated its 100th anniversary in September 1959. In honor of this milestone, the congregation purchased a new pipe organ, which can still be heard every Sunday.
1984: Turning 125. Two Sundays in September 1984 were set aside to mark the 125th anniversary of Christ Lutheran Church.
2009: 150 years. Christ Lutheran Church celebrates 150 years of God’s blessings.
Today: Faithful Lutherans continue to worship in Augusta. All are invited to become part of our history.
How can we help?
You can call us at (636) 228-4642, email us, or fill out the form on this page, and we will get your questions to the right person.
