Welcome to
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
Come join us for our Worship Service
Sundays at 10:00am
“I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep” – John 10:11
News
Updated March 9, 2026
Sunday, 3/1/26 We celebrated The Third Sunday in Lent.
Interim Pastor Eric Kaelberer is serving us for the next few months as we work toward our future here at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church.
Pastor Eric is here for you! If you have a pastoral need or a prayer request for Pastor Eric, please email him at erickawai@yahoo.com.
Sunday morning Bible Study with Rev. Kaelberer: 9 a.m. in the Chapel…We will be studying the ministry and letters of the Apostle Paul.
Coming soon:
Lenten Potlucks: Each Wednesday March 11, 18, 25 @ 5:00 PM
Lenten Services: Each Wednesday March 11, 18, 25 @ 6:00 PM
Palm Sunday: March 29th: We will be worshiping at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1900 S. Nevada St. Oceanside, at 9:30 am service. There will be no service at Shepherd of the Valley. During this special worship service, we observe Jesus’ entry into the city of Jerusalem just days before His death. We celebrate with the people of Jerusalem, waving palm branches, rejoicing in the Savior who has come to take our sins away, and singing His praises.
Maundy Thursday: April 2nd: Will be celebrated at Shepherd of the Valley. During this special worship service, we not only receive communion, but remember exactly what it is, what it does, and the one who gave it to us. With our sins forgiven and the presence of Jesus with us in the meal, we are sustained in this life until He returns.
Good Friday: April 3rd: Will be celebrated at Shepherd of the Valley. During this somber service, we experience the story of Jesus’ crucifixion and death. While we all look forward to our joyful celebration of Easter, it is essential for us to remember that without the death of Jesus, there is no Resurrection.
Easter Sunday: April 5th: Will be celebrated at Shepherd of the Valley. Worship Service at 10 am. Easter Breakfast potluck at 9 am. If you have signed up to bring food, please arrive by 8:45 am.
SUNDAY WORSHIP: Every Sunday 10:00am. Our services are Lutheran in character, informal yet reverent, with both traditional and contemporary aspects. It’s easy to follow with everything printed out in the worship folder and on the screen. If you have any questions about our worship service check out our FAQ page or email the church at contact@svlchurch.org
Streaming Worship: We stream our services every Sunday at 10am on our Facebook page
Fellowship: Shepherd of the Valley is a friendly church! We embrace each other and LOVE to talk with each other! It’s a good thing… and we greatly encourage it. Our celebration continues after the worship service. You can sign-up for future weeks on fellowship table.
Hey Kids! There are fun activity bags hanging on a rack in the back of the church for any children who wish to use them. Please return the bag after the worship service.
Ministry Meeting: Meets the first Thursday of each month via zoom. If you have any desire to observe this meeting you are more than welcome to join in. Contact Bruce at (contact@svlchurch.org) if you wish to be sent the link.
Sunday – Adult Bible Study. Pastor Joel leads a Bible Study/discussion group on the book of Ruth. It’s at 9 a.m. in the chapel.
Tuesday Bible Study at the Kolkman’s. Is on a break. New study date yet to be determined
Thursday Bible Study at K’s house. The study is not meeting at the moment.
Men’s Bible Study usually Second Saturday (next study July 20) of each month 9:00 AM in the community building. Breakfast will be provided.
Sunday – Kids Connection on the first Sunday will be conducted in the community building following children’s message. Children ages 3 to high school will be escorted to the community building and return after service (after sermon if parents wish).
If you are interested in information about any study, email us at CONTACT@SVLCHURCH.ORG
Come Worship With Us
Sundays at 10am
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
4510 N River Rd
Oceanside, California 92057
Our mailing address is:
Shepherd of the Valley
PO Box 406
San Luis Rey, CA. 92068