A Christian Church with the mission of Inviting, Inspiring, and Including All in Christ's Love Tree of Life Lutheran Church Inviting, Inspiring, and Including All in Christ's Love Welcome to 1/7 I'm New! We love seeing new faces at Tree of Life! When you arrive, you'll be greeted by lots of friendly faces. Make yourself comfortable, and participate only as much as you'd like. Prayer Requests We want to pray for you! Whether you have a great praise or need, we're here for you. Text requests to 936-628-9300. Include if this should be shared with the congregation or just Pastor. What's Happening? Check out our calendar to keep up with everything happening at Tree of Life. We hope to see you at one of our activities soon! Church Schedule Join Us for Worship and Fellowship Worship at the Tree Sunday School Join us for a time of fellowship and study as we grow in faith and community. Sundays at 8am & 10:30am Livestream the 10:30 service on Facebook or YouTube. Classes for children & adults 9 :15 am every Sunday Nursery opens at 8am & Children's Church takes place at 10:45, during worship. Visit Us! “To him who overcomes, I will give the right to eat from the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.” Revelation 2:7 Support Our Ministries Your generous donations help us continue the ministry and outreach efforts in our community. Partner with us in spreading Christ's love and impacting lives. Give Online

Worship Service Times Sunday Mornings 8 am in the Sanctuary 10:30 am in the Sanctuary and online via Facebook & YouTube What to Expect Most of our worship services follow a traditional liturgical format with hymns led by our choir. Once a month, our praise band leads the music, and we follow a more contemporary format of worship. There are many opportunities to actively participate in worship via responsive readings, singing, and prayers. Special Services Throughout the year, special worship services take place in line with various holidays and community happenings. These include things like Wednesday evenings worship during Advent, Confirmation Sunday, and more. Upcoming special services are announced on our website and social media. Holy Sacraments Communion At Tree of Life, Holy Communion is a central sacrament where Christ is believed to be truly present in the bread and wine, serving as a means of grace that forgives sins and strengthens faith. We practice open communion, welcoming all baptized Christians to partake. The elements of bread and wine/juice are served via loaf and individual cups. Baptism In the ELCA, baptism is a sacrament open to both adults and children of all ages that signifies entry into the Christian faith and community, serving as a means of grace for forgiveness and new life through the Holy Spirit. Baptism marks the beginning of a lifelong covenant with God, emphasizing communal responsibility and ongoing faith development. Sign Up for Baptism

Submit a Prayer Request For prayer requests during the worship service, please text your request to 936-628-9300 before the sermon begins.

Youth & Family At Tree of Life, we offer a multitude of events for youth of all ages. Join us for Sunday School or confirmation at 9:15 am most Sundays during the school year. We'll resume classes on August 23, 2026. . . and registration is open now! Please submit a form (one per student, please): PreK-5th Sunday School Registration Form Confirmation Registration Form (6th-8th) High School Sunday School Registration Form (9th-12th) Please complete a form even if your child does not intend to attend Sunday School; that way, we are able to invite them to other youth activities at the church! Throughout the year, youth have different activities and service events they can attend. During the summer, they are able to participate in Lutherhill Camp, Vacation Bible School, and other planned activities. See the Calendar page to see what's going on at Tree of Life! Elementary (K-5th ) At Tree of Life, we create an exciting environment where kids can build incredible connections with God and each other! We offer fun opportunities for elementary-aged kids, including Sunday School, fellowship nights, fun field trips, and summer camp! As they reach milestones such as receiving their first Bible and taking their first communion, we celebrate together! Contact: Diana Frederick Diana@TreeChurch.net Middle School (6th -8th ) Confirmation at Tree of Life is a ministry milestone for 6th-8th grade students. Confirmation class is held Sunday mornings during Sunday School covering Old Testament & New Testament scripture, Lutheran theology, and how to apply these in life. Confirmands also meet monthly with Confirmation Mentor Small Groups. Throughout the three years of confirmation, they also participate in a lock-in, Lutherhill Retreat, Day Retreats, Christmas Pageant, service events, and field trips, enabling them to deepen their relationships with each other and with God. They also participate in worship as acolytes and other worship volunteer opportunities. Contact: Bogart Nomad Bogart@TreeChurch.net High School (9th -12th ) The High school youth group at Tree of Life offers a welcoming and supportive environment for teens to grow in their faith and build lasting friendships. Through engaging activities, meaningful discussions, and community service projects, students explore their beliefs and develop leadership skills. The group meets each Sunday morning for Sunday School, providing a space for fun, fellowship, and growth. All high school students are invited to grow in their faith and prepare for adulthood with us! Contact: Bogart Nomad Bogart@TreeChurch.net

Weddings The marriage ceremony is one of the most sacred rites pastors perform under the ordination and authority of the church. It is a service of worship and requires thorough preparation. It is also a joyous occasion and those who celebrate it rejoice in the gifts of God. The pastor and staff of Tree of Life Lutheran Church wish to extend every possible assistance to you to enable that your wedding will be a memorable and joyous experience. View our entire Wedding Policy . You may want to print the pages and begin filling them out once you have met with Pastor Chris Lake (see below) and decide if you wish to make Tree of Life your wedding site. To begin, please submit the Wedding Date Request form here. After your date is approved, you will be asked to fill out the Wedding Plans information form .

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Music Ministry The Music Ministry program at Tree of Life Lutheran Church empowers musicians to use their gifts, time, and talents in worship and beyond. Take a look at the ways to get involved below! Choir Most Sundays at Tree of Life, our choir fills the sanctuary with beautiful voices ranging from bass up to soprano. The choir practices each Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 pm throughout the school year, taking off in June and July. All ages are welcome to join the choir. For more info or to join: John Burkwall, Director of Music music@treechurch.net Contemporary Band Praise music is connecting people to the church where they had not found a connection before, and others are finding this style to shine a light on their faith that they had not realized. If you play an instrument and are willing to show your skills in front of a crowd, Tree of Life would love to talk to you about joining the Band or even filling in from time to time! We practice once a month on a Saturday morning, then play during worship at the 10:30 service the following day. For more info or to join: Jeremie Brown jeremie@treechurch.net 936-443-9795 Handbell Choir At Tree of Life, one of the ways we “make a joyful noise” is through our Handbell Choir! We invite all skill levels to join us for practice each Thursday at 6:00pm in the sanctuary. Practice lasts an hour to an hour and a half. The Handbell Choir will play at several worship services each year. For more info or to join: John Burkwall, Music Director music@treechurch.net

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Building Use Building Use Forms Building Use Request Form Wedding Date Request Wedding Plan Details Building Use Policy Wedding Policy Funeral Policy Tree of Life Lutheran Church is blessed with a beautiful facility. We live out our mission to invite, inspire, and include all people in Christ's love, and this includes the use of our building when we are able. If you are interested in requesting space for a function, either for personal or business, please review the Building Use Policy and fill out the Building Use Request Form. Anyone wishing to use the building for an event (whether a church-related or non-church event) must fill out the "Building Use Request" form. When requesting specific hours of use, please include at least one hour for setup and another hour at the end of the event for cleanup. As a primary goal of proper stewardship and lowering our electricity cost, it is necessary to use this form to inform the office and ensure your event will be properly cooled or heated. For weddings, please visit our Weddings page.

Meet our staff members who bring their unique passions to our church. We are here to support you in your faith journey and answer any questions you may have. Our Leadership Team Pastor Rev. Chris Lake pastor@treechurch.net | Tel: 936-539-9530 Music Director John Burkwall music@treechurch.net Youth Director Bogart Nomad bogart@treechurch.net Office Manager Jill Waldrop officemail@treechurch.net | Tel: 936-539-9530 Director of Family Ministries Diana Frederick diana@treechurch.net