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Pastor David Guss

Pastor David O. Guss serves as the lead pastor of Grace Lutheran Church and Learning Center, a congregation that is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). With a strong commitment to community outreach, youth ministry, and spiritual education, Pastor Guss leads the church with a focus on both traditional and contemporary worship styles. Under his leadership, Grace Lutheran Church fosters a welcoming environment where faith is nurtured, and the community is actively engaged through various programs and ministries, including the Grace Early Learning Center.

Pastor Guss's ministry is rooted in compassion and service, reflecting his dedication to spreading the message of Christ while supporting the spiritual and emotional needs of the congregation.

Learning Center

Grace Lutheran Church and Learning Center, located in Miami Springs, FL, is a vibrant congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). With a deep commitment to serving both the spiritual and educational needs of the community, the church offers a variety of ministries that focus on worship, Christian education, and outreach. The Grace Early Learning Center is an integral part of the church, providing a nurturing environment where children grow academically and spiritually.

Grace Lutheran Church is dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, with programs for all ages, including Bible studies, youth groups, and community service initiatives. Whether through traditional worship services or engaging community events, the church strives to be a place of support and growth for all who seek to deepen their faith and connect with others.

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Join a Group

At Grace Lutheran, we believe in building strong, faith-based connections. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible or just connect with others in a supportive community, there’s a group for you. From youth groups to adult Bible studies, we offer a range of opportunities for fellowship and spiritual growth. Joining a group is a great way to feel more connected and supported within the church community.

Prayer

If you're in need of prayer, we are here for you. You can submit a prayer request through our online form, or if you prefer a more personal connection, we invite you to join one of our prayer groups. Our pastors and prayer team are ready to lift up your needs and walk alongside you in faith. Don’t hesitate to reach out; you are not alone.

Pastoral Services

Whether you are going through a life transition, facing personal challenges, or just seeking spiritual guidance, our pastors are available for you. Our pastoral services include counseling, weddings, baptisms, funerals, and other spiritual support. We encourage you to contact us directly to learn more or schedule a session with one of our dedicated pastors.

  • The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

    About the ELCA

    The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with nearly 3.3 million members in more than 8,900 worshiping communities across the 50 states and in the Caribbean region.

    We are church

    We are what God has made us – people whom God has created by grace to live in union with Jesus Christ and has prepared to live faithful, fruitful lives by the power of the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 2:8-10). In Jesus Christ, God has reconciled us to God and to each other. As we gather around word and sacraments, this life in Christ is what defines, shapes and guides us as a community of faith, the church. 

    By God’s grace we can and do live confidently and generously in this community of faith and in service of others, amid the mysteries and paradoxes of this life in Christ – including our human limitations and failings, and the ambiguities, uncertainties and suffering that we experience.

  • The Synod Council:

    Exercises trusteeship responsibilities on behalf of the synod;

    Recommends program goals and budgets to the regular meetings of the Synod Assembly;

    Carries out the resolutions of the Synod Assembly;

    Provides for an annual review of the roster of ordained ministers and of other official rosters, receives and acts upon appropriate recommendations regarding those persons whose status is subject to reconsideration and action under the constitution and bylaws of the ELCA and make a report to the Synod Assembly of the Synod Council’s actions in this regard;

    Issues letters of call to Ministers of Word and Sacrament and Ministers of Word and Service, as authorized by the ELCA;

    Fills vacancies until the next regular meeting of the Synod Assembly in the incapacity of an officer of the synod;

    Reports its actions to the regular meetings of the Synod Assembly; and

    Performs other functions as needed.