About Our Congregation

Our Pastor

Rev. Maria Elena Cruz de Montalvo dedicates her life to serving the word of God by helping those in need. She has aided support to many immigrants and hopes to continue to help them through her time serving the congregation.

Brothers & Sisters

We are a group of brothers and sisters who form the body of Christ. United to help all people despite their orientation, gender, or race. We believe we are Lutherans in action, being the hands and feet of Christ to bring the good news of the

Gospel.

Our involvement

Currently, we provide shelter to Mauritanians, and with the help of other congregation's support and the organization "CLUE" we can provide them with other opportunities and resources.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create lasting positive change by empowering communities, supporting those in need, and promoting equality and opportunity for all. We strive to turn compassion into action.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create lasting positive change by empowering communities, supporting those in need, and promoting equality and opportunity for all. We strive to turn compassion into action.

Our Belief

One God, three persons. We believe in one true God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Saved by grace. We're made right with God not by what we earn, but by His grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ. The Bible is God's Word. Scripture is the inspired Word of God and the foundation for what we believe and how we live. Love God, love your neighbor. We're called to love God with all we are, and to love our neighbors as ourselves — across every background and border.

Our Belief

One God, three persons. We believe in one true God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Saved by grace. We're made right with God not by what we earn, but by His grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ. The Bible is God's Word. Scripture is the inspired Word of God and the foundation for what we believe and how we live. Love God, love your neighbor. We're called to love God with all we are, and to love our neighbors as ourselves — across every background and border.

Our Story

We're a church family that looks like our city. Our members come from different countries, speak different languages, and carry different stories — but we're united by the same hope and the same Savior. We believe the church is at its best when it brings people together across every line that usually divides us, and we work to be a place where everyone can worship in peace, whatever their background. Whether you've followed Jesus your whole life or you're still asking questions, you're welcome at Grace.

Our Story

We're a church family that looks like our city. Our members come from different countries, speak different languages, and carry different stories — but we're united by the same hope and the same Savior. We believe the church is at its best when it brings people together across every line that usually divides us, and we work to be a place where everyone can worship in peace, whatever their background. Whether you've followed Jesus your whole life or you're still asking questions, you're welcome at Grace.

Meet Our Volunteer

Ethan James

Ethan James

Ethan James

Ethan James

Mason Cole

Volunteer Coordinator

Mason Cole

Volunteer Coordinator

Chloe Jane

Program Director

Chloe Jane

Program Director

Questions, Answered

New to Grace? Here's what to know before your first visit.

What time are your services?

We gather every Sunday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Come a few minutes early to find a seat and say hello.

I've never been to church before — what should I expect?

A warm welcome and no pressure. Services last about an hour and include singing, prayer, and a message from the Bible. Come as you are — there's no dress code, and you don't need to know anything beforehand.

How do I get connected or request prayer?

Reach out any time at hello@gelchurchofbell.com or (323) 560-8520, or use the contact form — we'd love to hear from you and pray with you.

Questions, Answered

New to Grace? Here's what to know before your first visit.

What time are your services?

We gather every Sunday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Come a few minutes early to find a seat and say hello.

I've never been to church before — what should I expect?

A warm welcome and no pressure. Services last about an hour and include singing, prayer, and a message from the Bible. Come as you are — there's no dress code, and you don't need to know anything beforehand.

How do I get connected or request prayer?

Reach out any time at hello@gelchurchofbell.com or (323) 560-8520, or use the contact form — we'd love to hear from you and pray with you.

Questions, Answered

New to Grace? Here's what to know before your first visit.

What time are your services?

We gather every Sunday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Come a few minutes early to find a seat and say hello.

I've never been to church before — what should I expect?

A warm welcome and no pressure. Services last about an hour and include singing, prayer, and a message from the Bible. Come as you are — there's no dress code, and you don't need to know anything beforehand.

How do I get connected or request prayer?

Reach out any time at hello@gelchurchofbell.com or (323) 560-8520, or use the contact form — we'd love to hear from you and pray with you.