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Lutheran Students
of
Appalachian
Welcome to
Lutheran Students of Appalachian
LSA showed me what community and church; trading the walls of a sanctuary for that of a dining room and meal around others also trying to figure life out.
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- Tyler (Class of '25)
The Lutheran Students of Appalachian is a vibrant campus ministry serving all college students in and around Boone and Appalachia. Whether you’re here for just a semester or your entire college experience, LSA offers a space for you to grow in your faith, build meaningful and authentic friendships, and find rest in the midst of what can sometimes be a busy academic life.
We gather weekly during the school year for dinner, worship, and conversation—open to all students, no matter your faith background, questions, or doubts. In addition to weekly gatherings, LSA hosts retreats, service projects, and social events that help students feel grounded, supported, and part of a larger community.
College Can Be A Lot...
Between classes, assignments, jobs, and figuring out who you are—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or alone. That’s why LSA exists: to give you a place where you can breathe, belong, and be yourself. No expectations. Just grace.
Find Your People
The Lutheran Student Association (LSA) is a relaxed, welcoming group of college students who gather weekly at Grace Lutheran Church for free home-cooked meals, conversation, and worship. We laugh together, share stories, ask big questions, and support each other through the ups and downs of campus life.
Reconciling in Christ
Ministries
A Community That Celebrates You
LSA is an official Reconciling in Christ (RIC) ministry, meaning we’re committed to full inclusion and affirmation of all LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Neurodiverse students as well as all who seek a place of belonging. You’ll find love, support, and community here—just as you are.
You are Loved. You Are Enough.
At LSA, you don’t have to perform, prove yourself, or pretend to be someone you’re not. We believe that God’s love meets you exactly where you are—with all your questions, your doubts, your hopes, and your story.
Here, you’re not just accepted—you’re celebrated. Whether you’re feeling confident or lost, joyful or overwhelmed, there’s space for you to show up just as you are.
We’ll remind you every week (and maybe even in between):
You are created in God’s image. You are deeply loved. You are already enough.
We want everyone to feel welcome and are determined to bridge the gap between the divisions of this world and work towards racial equity because everyone is created equally in God’s image. We believe that the Lord’s kingdom reflects the diversity of the world and has no divisions. We invite all to join us on the mountaintop as we grow our
faith in Christ and love for one another!
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