WELCOME TO
Japan Evangelical Lutheran Oe Church
(Nihon Fukuin Ruteru Oe Kyokai)
We are a church practising the love of Christ,
and standing firmly in the tradition of the Lutheran church
and the principles of the Reformation.
WORSHIP
at Oe Chapel
Every Sunday 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
at Uto Branch Chapel
Every Saturday 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Everyone is welcome.
(All worship services are in Japanese language.)
COMMUNITY
English Conversation Club
7:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.,
Every Wednesday at Oe Chapel
We welcome English speakers! Join us!
PASTOR
Rev. NAKAJIMA Kazuki
Born in Hokkaido and rised in Chiba.
Pastor Kazuki was appointed the pastor of Lutheran Oe Church in April, 2024.
He has served Lutheran Sapporo Church, Megumino Church, and Hakodate Church in JELC Hokkaido Diocese.
He graduated from Japan Lutheran Theological Seminary in Tokyo.
HISTORY
Our mission started as the church of Kyushu Gakuin, a Lutheran school established by Rev. Charles L. Brown D.D., in 1921. We later became independent and changed our name to 'Lutheran Oe Church', took from the town's name. In Oe district, there are many schools and cultural facilities. Soho Tokutomi, a christian journalist, lived in Oe and educated his students at his home as a private school called Oe Gijuku. We serve people with the love of Christ and preach the gospel in this historical and academic town.
FAQ
Is there anyone who speaks English in Oe Church?
Yes. Some members can speak English. Missionaries form the Lutheran Church in America also attend the services at Oe chapel.
I'm not Christian. Can I attend the services?
Of course yes. We welcome your attending!
Do you have the services in foreign language?
We're sorry, but no. However you can attend the international services at Kumamoto Lutheran Church. See here.
VISIT US
Oe(大江) Chapel
4-20-23 Oe, Chuo-ku,
Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto. 862-0971
Uto(宇土) Branch Chapel
1-67 Honmachi,
Uto-shi, Kumamoto. 869-0431
CONTACT US
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