Welcome to
Messiah Lutheran Church-Wauconda
Messiah is a community church that feels like family—and lives like it.
We're grateful to God, kind to one another, curious about what God’s doing next, gracious about our goof-ups, and committed to blessing the world Jesus loves.
Rooted in Lutheran tradition and open, welcoming and affirming to everyone—no exceptions! — Messiah is a place where faith grows deeper, questions are welcomed, and life gets shared. You’ll find genuine worship, friendships that cross generations, and a mission that reaches far beyond Lake County.
Whether you’re raising kids, in a new life stage, rediscovering your faith, or just looking for a community that really cares, we’d love to welcome you this Sunday!
Messiah is an ELCA congregation and a member of the
Click below for a welcome message from Pastor Dan McKnight.
What's Happening at messiah
New Year--New Sermon Series
Begins January 4 through January 2
After the decorations come down in January, and the parties and relatives wind down, what are we left with after Christmas? Jesus, obviously!! But the Holy Spirit also made sure we have some fascinating post-Christmas biblical stories to learn from. You’ll be surprised how much new there is in...
Christmas, the Sequels!
Jan 4 - The Star: Living by the Light
Jan 11 - What would Jesus do: Dedication or Baptism?
Jan 18 - Same as it ever was: Kings, Killers and Refugees
Jan 25 - Jesus, the Honors Student
Open Positions-Now Hiring
Worship Leader/Music Director
Do you have a passion for Christian Music? Are you an instrumentalist/pianist who has played in a band or praise team and are looking to be a key leader of a growing congregation? Do you want to be a part of a dynamic worship service that brings others closer to Christ through music, scripture and prayerful liturgy? Messiah Lutheran Church is looking for a part-time worship leader for 10-15 hours a week (flexible) who brings a strong and growing faith, an expertise in music, tech/AV, and Christian music, and a desire to be a part of an established and growing music program. Click Here for more information.
Open Positions-Now Hiring
Sunday Morning Nursery Care Leader
Do you enjoy playing with children and ensuring they have a safe, comfortable environment to explore while their parents are worshiping on Sunday morning? Messiah is looking for a remarkable person to care for children during our 9:30am service each Sunday. Hours are from 9:15-10:45am. This is a paid part-time position. If interested, or for more information, please contact Mary Bart.
Sunday School Registration is OPEN!
Sunday School is held during the 9:30AM service
We are excited to welcome your child to Sunday School at Messiah Lutheran Church. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment where children can grow in faith and learn biblical teachings. Classes will be held every Sunday during the 9:30am worship service. Please ensure your child arrives on time to participate fully in the activities planned. CLICK HERE to register for this exciting year of learning and growth.
Sunday School is open to children from 3 years of age to 5th grade.
Please contact Mary Bart for more information or if you are interested in volunteering.
Pathway-Confirmation Registration is OPEN
Pathway, the confirmation program at Messiah, is for students 6th-8th grade. Pathway will meet during the 9:30 am Service twice a month during the school year. Click HERE to sign up for this exciting opportunity to learn more about yourself, the Christian faith and JESUS.
Please contact Mary Bart for more information on Youth programs.
Auditions for HS/College Praise Band & Winds and String Ensemble
(Auditions will be Held in February)
WE ARE GROWING. We have added three new high school musicians to our Joyful Strings and Winds Ensemble. We welcome Alexa, Connor, and Lily! They join Grant (our other amazing HS musician) and other "older" members of this amazing music ensemble that plays on the First Sunday of the most months.
Are you a high school or a college-age musician? Does playing in an ensemble or band interest you, but you don't know how to put one together? Would you be interested in starting up a NEW Praise Band and or String Group at Messiah Lutheran Church in Wauconda? These ensembles will perform one Sunday a month with one practice a week. (Time for rehearsals will be determined once Band/Ensemble members are selected). Performances will be on Sundays at 9:30AM during the School year and at 9:00AM during the Summer.
CLICK HERE to fill out the audition form. Audition dates will be held in February based on interest. Please contact Dr. Kyle Schumacher at kyle.schumacher@messiah-wauconda.org.
THe community meal
First Wednesday of each month
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for a FREE Community Meal! You may join us at Messiah Lutheran Church for a sit down meal or take a meal to go with our carryout option.
Doors open at 4:55 PM. Meals are served from 5 PM - 6:15 PM and are available to anyone in the surrounding community - you do NOT need to be a Messiah member to participate. This monthly event is held in partnership with The Community Meal organization of Barrington.
2026 Community Meals dates:
January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2
Senior Lunch Meal Delivery
Third wednesday of each month
Do you know a senior who would enjoy lunch delivered once per month?
Messiah's MOMM volunteers sponsor a Senior Lunch Meal Delivery program on the third Wednesday of every month! Please send us a message at info@messiah-wauconda.org to sign up.
2026 Senior Lunch Delivery dates:
January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16