St. James Lutheran Church
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4.6 (28)A historic downtown church known for monthly Jazz Vespers, Bach cantatas, and deep community roots.
Description
Located beside the Portland Art Museum since 1890, this 250-member ELCA congregation pairs traditional Sunday worship with an inclusive stance, holding an open door for LGBTQ+ members since 1991. Its musical offerings also feature pipe organ performances. Beyond services, the church facility houses a child development center and lower-income housing, alongside a 4-day-a-week food box ministry for downtown Portland's houseless community.