I'm New

Is this your first time visiting us? Welcome. Learn more about us, frequently asked questions, 
and new member orientation.

Staff

Get to know the pastors and staff who lead, teach, and care for the St. Philip the Deacon community.

Art at SPD

We believe that beauty is a form of witness. Explore the art that lives inside St. Philip the Deacon.

Who We Are

A Lutheran congregation in Plymouth, Minnesota, rooted in worship and service. Learn more about our mission, our values, and our history.

Groups

Looking for a smaller circle within a larger community? Explore the groups SPD has to offer.

Contact

Questions, prayer requests, or just not sure who to call? Here’s how to get in touch with us.

Children & Families

Sunday School, children's choirs, early childhood programs, and more. Learn how we nurture faith for families from birth through 5th grade.

Adults

Bible studies, retreats, yoga, spiritual direction, and more. There’s a place for adults at every age, stage, and season of faith at SPD.

Caring

If you're carrying something heavy, you don't have to carry it alone. Learn more about Care Ministries at St. Philip the Deacon.

Youth

Middle school confirmation, high school fellowship, and Wednesday night Koin. A place for 6th-12th graders to ask real questions, build friendships, and grow in faith.

Music & Worship

Five worship services each weekend, choirs for every age, a 3,000-pipe organ, and a long commitment to musical excellence.

Outreach & Service

Hands-on service opportunities in your own backyard, across the city, and on the other side of the world.

Young Adults

For young adults looking to stay connected to faith after high school with others who are on the same journey.

Stay Informed

Stay current on what’s happening at St. Philip the Deacon, from worship to service to fellowship and more.

Register for Events

Ready to join in? Browse upcoming events at SPD and register online here.

Inspire Magazine

SPD’s quarterly magazine, featuring member stories, pastoral reflections, and more.

Calendar

View the latest calendar for upcoming events at St. Philip the Deacon.

News & Publications

Subscribe to SPD news, publications, and other communications lists.

Community Series

Two community event series: Faith & Life lectures and the Herald Music Series. Always free, always open to the public.

Worship

Four services each weekend on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Learn more about worship at SPD, find times, and watch past services here.

Sermons

Watch recent sermons or browse the full archive. New messages posted each week.

Podcasts

Short, thoughtful reflections on faith and everyday life from Pastor Tim Westermeyer.

Livestream

Join Sunday worship from wherever you are. Livestream begins just before 9:30 a.m.

Baptisms

We baptize infants, children, and adults. Learn about what baptism means at St. Philip the Deacon and how to get started.

Confirmation

Confirmation at SPD is about making faith your own, with three years of faith formation for middle schoolers leading to a public affirmation of faith.

Funerals

When grief arrives, we’re here to journey alongside you. Learn about funeral services and pastoral care at SPD.

First Communion

A family-centered workshop prepares 3rd graders to receive communion for the first time. Learn what the process looks like.

Weddings

SPD pastors officiate weddings for members and their families. Learn about the process here.

Columbarium

Our Columbarium offers a sacred resting place for individuals that’s close to the community that knew them.

Giving Overview

Generosity is one way we seek to give back and be Christ to our neighbor. Learn how financial gifts to SPD support our mission to reach out, proclaim, and inspire.

Legacy Giving

Leave a legacy that outlasts you. Explore planned giving options and the Rejoicing Partners program.

Staff

Meet Our Staff.

The staff manage the daily work of the congregation to ensure that members are equipped and empowered to do the ministry of the church.

Pastoral

  • Tim Westermeyer

    Senior Pastor

    Pastor Westermeyer is a graduate of St. Olaf College, the University of Notre Dame, and Luther Seminary. He joined the staff of St. Philip the Deacon as Executive Pastor in 2007, and became Senior Pastor in 2014.

    763-475-7136

  • Mark Schmid

    Executive Pastor

    Pastor Schmid is a graduate of Luther College and Luther Seminary. He joined the staff of St. Philip the Deacon as Executive Pastor in 2014.

    763-475-7127

  • Valerie Strand Patterson

    Pastor of Adult Ministries

    Pastor Strand Patterson graduated from the College of St. Benedict, St. Joseph, MN and Luther Seminary in St. Paul. She has been in ministry at St. Philip the Deacon since 1989.

    763-475-7126

  • Makayla Dahleen

    Pastor of Family Life

    Pastor Dahleen graduated from Luther College in Iowa, and completed her Master of Divinity degree at Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. She joined the pastoral staff at St. Philip the Deacon as Pastor of Family Life in 2024.

    763-475-7128

Hospitality and Congregational Care

Children, Youth and Family Ministry

Music Ministry

Administrative Team

Building Staff

Christian Wisdom

“Don’t shine so others can see you. Shine so that through you, others can see Him.”

C.S. Lewis

Worship

Contemplative

Saturday at 5 p.m.

Livestream

Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Traditional

Sunday at 8:15 and 9:30 a.m.

Contemporary

Sunday at 10:45 a.m.

Contact

info@spdlc.org

763-475-7100

Location

17205 County Road 6
Plymouth, MN 55447

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