About Our Savior

Since 1997, Our Savior Lutheran Church has been sharing the hope, truth and joy of Jesus with the community of Roanoke.

There's a place for you at Our Savior.

At Our Savior, you'll find a community of people who genuinely care for one another, whether you've been part of our "church family" for years or are visiting for the first time.

We all struggle in life. We're all a little misfit. But we have found home and healing in the love Jesus has for us — no matter who we are, the mistakes we've made or how we see ourselves.

And we'd love to share this hope with you.

Meet Our Pastor

Pastor

Paul Workentine

I’m a farm kid from Nebraska who has always wanted to help people. I know from personal experience how much Jesus’ love can help us all!

I’ve had the privilege of sharing the love of Jesus in Michigan, Florida, Thailand, Antigua, and now Virginia for the last 14 years.

My wife Betsy and I are blessed with three sons we’re very thankful for, awesome daughters-in-law, and six grandchildren, including one in heaven. They live in Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Alaska, so we don’t get to see them as often as we’d like. Our church is family to us, and we always have room for more!

I enjoy woodworking and computers. Yes, I am a nerd! Still, I enjoy sharing life with new friends. My kids might warn you about my “dad jokes,” but who asked them? I’ve been a pastor for 38 years, and next to my wife and family, I can’t think of a greater honor than to help people with God’s undeserved love.

What We Believe

What we believe and teach is rooted in God's perfect Word — The Bible. Because we know it never changes, we know we can find rest and peace in it.

God

There is only one true God who is holy, eternal, and has all power and wisdom. In the Bible, God reveals himself as Triune - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

The Bible

The Bible is God's Word. It's true and without error.

Creation

God created the heavens and the earth and all that is in them, in six days thousands of years ago.

Humankind

All people are special creations of God, created in God's own image.

Sin

Our human race cut ourselves off from God when Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden. Since then we've lived in rebellion against God's goodness, unable to reconcile ourselves to him.

The Gospel

The gospel is the good news that our loving God sent Jesus Christ to take away the sins of all people. Because of Jesus' perfect life and sacrificial death, God completely and freely forgives us for every sin.

Jesus

Jesus is God the Son, born of the virgin Mary. He suffered and died on the cross to pay for all of our sins.

Heaven

Jesus physically rose on Easter morning, conquering death. And because he rose, heaven is our home. We have assurance that we will live with Jesus forever in joy and fulfillment.

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit creates faith in our hearts through the gospel, and dwells in all believers.

The Church

There is one holy, Christian church, made up of all who believe in Jesus.

Baptism

Through baptism, the Holy Spirit washes away our sins and makes us God's children, no matter our age.

Communion

Jesus' promise to give us his true body and blood in this sacred meal forgives our sins and strengthens our faith.

Life

Even though sin is a tragic reality in our lives, we can enjoy community, hope, and forgiveness because of God's love for each of us in Jesus Christ.

Questions? Contact Us!

We'd love to get to know you more. If you have a question about Our Savior, or would like to request a contact from our pastor, complete the form below.

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