The congregation was formally re-established in 1935 and a second building went up in 1942, built in the mission mission style similar to the Pioneers’ Home. (Above Left) That second building burned January 2, 1966 in the fire that also destroyed St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral and other buildings in the downtown area. The third building was dedicated on October 31, 1967. The present facility, restored following a 1993 fire, was re-dedicated on May 25, 1995. 

During World War II the fellowship hall served multiple functions, as a Serviceman’s Center and later became a Fisherman’s Center. The congregation hosted the first Fisherman’s Festival and Blessing of the Fleet in the 1940’s.

Discontinued for some years, The Blessing of the Fleet is conducted every spring, sponsored by Sitka Lutheran Church and Southeast Alaska Women in Fisheries.

As you walk up Lincoln Street from either direction, look for the church’s three stainless steel crosses (the tallest of which rises 67 feet from the sidewalk), or our lighted sign and message board marking the church’s main entrance. 

From our downtown site the congregation, as it has since 1840, continues its ministry of worship, service, witness, learning, and support, home not only to congregational activities but also to a wide variety of community agencies and other support and helping organizations.

Sitka Lutheran Church  •  224 Lincoln St.  •  PO Box 598  •  Sitka AK 99835
Office phone: 907.747.3338  Office E-mail  •  Last updated: 04/02/2008

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