We are a church family committed to:
Celebrative Christ-centered worship that strengthen and refresh people’s spiritual lives.
Reaching unchurched people with the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ.
Loving relationships where people are encouraged to serve Christ and one another with compassion and commitment.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church’s History
Holy Cross Lutheran Church was formed in March of 2001 in Clayton, NC. Located in the heart of Johnston County, the church originally met in the Interskate Skating Rink on the western edge of town. The church was chartered in October of 2001 with 180 members and was the first Lutheran Church in the county.
Holy Cross purchased 5.5 acres of land in June of 2003 and embarked on the “Arise & Build” Capital Campaign in 2004 which raised over $300,000 in just three years. Construction on the current 20,000 sq. ft. facility started in 2005. The facility features a large sanctuary, narthex, library, meeting rooms for children and adults, and church offices. The facility also features Open Arms; the only five star, licensed Christian Child Development Center in the county. This facility opened its doors in August of 2006 and services Clayton and the surrounding area.
The church celebrated its 10th anniversary of ministry in October of 2011 and in 2012 purchased 5.5 acres of additional land directly adjacent to the current property. In 2016 the church celebrated its 15th anniversary of ministry and formed a Capital Campaign program for “Building to Serve” to continue to grow and provide additional services to the surrounding community.
From its humble beginning of 180 members, the church continues to thrive and now has over 750 members. The church continues to expand Wednesday Night Ministries, Confirmation Classes, Vacation Bible School, Hurricane and Earthquake Relief, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Backpack Buddies, Small Groups, and the National Youth Gathering.
