Welcome to
Messiah Lutheran Church-Wauconda
Messiah is a community church that feels like family—and lives like it.
SUMMER HOURS BEGIN SUNDAY, MAY 31- One Service at 9:00am
NEW SERVICE TIMES START September 13, 2026-8:30am and 10:00am
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 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
Back To School Bash!!
Join Messiah Lutheran Church and Preschool as together we host a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 29 from 10am to 12pm. There will be food, games, face painting, live entertainment and more!! All are welcome to attend. Bring a blanket and or chairs to enjoy the kick off to the 2026-2027 School Year! We look forward to seeing you there!
Please contact Messiah Lutheran Church Here for questions.
Registration for our 2026-2027 Sunday School, Pre-Pathway & Pathway Classes are NOW OPEN!
We are excited to welcome your child to Messiah Lutheran Church for the upcoming year starting on Sunday, September 13, 2026. 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 10:00am worship service. This class is for children ages Pre-K through 4th grade. Click Here to register your child for Sunday School!
NEW THIS YEAR!!
Pre-Pathway(5th-6th grade) is a pre-teen bridge between the Sunday School classes, which delight elementary school children and the more challenging (and fun) older-kid style of learning — connecting the Gospel of Jesus to real life! Class will meet most Sundays during the second service, starting September 13th, 2026 through May 16th, 2027. Click Here to register your child for Pre-Pathway class.
Lutheran confirmation is a public profession of faith prepared for by thoughtful instruction - the confirmation program at Messiah is called Pathway. It is also known as "affirmation of baptism," and is a mature and public profession of the faith.
Pathway is for students entering 7th-9th grades in the Fall 2026. It will be most Sundays during the second service, starting September 13th, 2026 through May 16th, 2027. Click Here to register your child for Pathway classes.
Please contact Mary Bart for more information on either of these programs or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.
Open Positions-Now Hiring
Worship Leader/Music Director
Do you have a passion for Christian Music? Are you a 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/accompanist for 5-8 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
Kids Ministry Assistant
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 from September through May. Hours are from 9:00-10:45am weekly with the possibility for additional hours. This is a paid part-time position. If interested, or for more information, please contact Mary Bart.
Auditions for HS/College And community Praise Band & Winds and String Ensemble
(Auditions Held As Needed)
WE ARE GROWING. We have added three new high school musicians to our Joyful Strings and Winds Ensemble and will be welcoming three more string players in February! 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 or a local community member who plays at a high-school level or above and seeking to perform once a month with a growing ensemble? 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 joining an existing String/Wind/Brass 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 as needed 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.
Click here to see all the Community Meal Locations in our local communities!
2026 Community Meals dates:
August 5,eptember 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 click here to sign up. For additional question please contact info@messiah-wauconda.org
2026 Senior Lunch Delivery dates:
August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16