First Lutheran Church of San Diego
Called to be the heart of Christ in the heart of the City, at First Lutheran Church of San Diego, we work for justice, mercy, and wholeness for all people.
Since beginning our ministry in 1888, we have been located in the same few blocks in downtown San Diego, a beacon of Christ’s light to all who come by.
First Lutheran is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregation, welcoming people of all races, ethnic backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
Services are held every Sunday at 10am, and we would love to see you there!
Where to Find First Lutheran Church
First Lutheran Church is located at the corner of Third Avenue and Ash Street in the heart of downtown San Diego. Parking is available in the lots on the north side of the church and the lot across the street to the east. Please refer to the parking map provided below to see available lots and what days you may park in them.
First Lutheran Church
Parking at First Lutheran Church
The parking lot on the immediate north side of the church is available for parking every day in NON-Numbered Spaces ONLY. The northernmost portion of this lot, which has numbered parking spaces, is only available for free parking on Saturday and Sunday. The lot is available only to those coming to the church, not for parking for Luther Tower.
Please Note: “The Tower” Parking Lot, which borders Beech Street, is NOT available for parking at any time.
The parking lot across Third Avenue from First Lutheran Church, between Ash Street and Beech Street, is only available for free parking on Sundays.
