About Us | St. Paul's Lutheran Church

WHO WE ARE

Beginning in 1862, St. Paul’s was founded to bring the gospel to the hamlet of Blossom NY. A small but mighty church made a home on Main Street and began to weave its story into the story of the community. Many events, services, and celebrations were held in the historic church. On May 13, 2023 St. Paul’s suffered a devastating fire in the worship building. This fire occurred on the call weekend of our (now) pastor. There were many quick decisions, fast reactions, and ripples throughout the community. While that day is imprinted on our hearts, we will never forget the feeling of love and support within our community. Currently in 2024, we are getting closer to a rebuild! We are working with an architectural firm as we continue to join Jesus on His mission here in WNY!

OUR MISSION

To serve as a source of love, hope, and transformation through Jesus Christ in Blossom and beyond.

OUR VISION

To embody a vibrant, multigenerational community deeply rooted in serving others, forging meaningful partnerships within our community, and pointing individuals toward Jesus through both our words and actions.

OUR CORE VALUES

Christ Centered, Scripturally Rooted, Worship Focused, Community Minded, Multi-Generational Ministry, Lutheran Heritage

MEET OUR PASTOR

As a WNY native, Pastor Jonathan Haseley is passionate about joining Jesus on His mission in the greater Buffalo area. During his call candidate weekend of May 2023, St. Paul’s suffered a devastating fire in their historic church building. Pastor Jonathan began serving St. Paul’s on July 1st, 2023.

Prior to returning to WNY, Pastor Jonathan served as a campus pastor at a multi-site church in Omaha, NE for 5 years. His other ministry experience includes serving as an associate in ministry, an associate pastor, a church planter, a summer collegiate baseball chaplain, and a rescue mission volunteer. Jonathan, his wife Rachel, and their 3 children reside in Elma, NY.

Jonathan holds a Master of Divinity as well as a Master of Arts in Bible and Theology from Kairos University. He also earned a Master of Science in Education and his Bachelor of Arts in History from Niagara University.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church - Blossom

360 Main Street
Elma NY 14059

(716) 668-4320

office@stpaulsblossom.org

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