About us
Gloria Dei is an affirming ELCA Lutheran Church in Olympia, WA.
Curious about who we are and what makes Gloria Dei special? Click here to learn about our history, mission, and vibrant community of faith.
This Saturday Oct 11
We are deeply honored to host the installation of Bishop Keith Marshall as he begins his sacred service to the Southwestern Washington Synod of the ELCA. This momentous occasion will be presided over by our national bishop, The Rev. Yehiel Curry, making it a truly historic and spiritually rich event. The presence of Bishop Curry underscores the significance of this milestone, and we invite all members of our community to witness and celebrate this powerful moment of leadership, faith, and unity. Join us in prayer and support as we welcome Bishop Marshall into this new chapter—your presence, whether in person or online, will help mark this day with the reverence and joy it deserves.
How We Grow
As a community, we value our time spent in worship, service, and fellowship together
Worship
We offer both contemporary and traditional worship every Sunday, as well as streaming options to worship online.
Service
Gloria Dei has ministry partners locally and globally that help us join the larger Christian community in loving our neighbors
Fellowship
Connect, learn, and grow with others—our fellowship groups offer fun, faith, and friendship for every stage of life.
Faith Formation
Faith formation is a life-long journey where we explore God’s love, deepen our understanding, and grow in discipleship.
Children, youth, and adults engage in learning through classes, discussion groups, and hands-on experiences. We ask questions, wrestle with Scripture, and discover how faith shapes our daily lives. Everyone is invited to explore, reflect, and strengthen their relationship with God in a supportive and welcoming community.
Life in Community
Life at Gloria Dei is about more than worship—it’s about growing together in faith, support, and community.
We celebrate joys, share challenges, and walk alongside one another through all of life’s seasons. Our community gathers in fellowship groups, service projects, and special events that nurture connection and belonging. Here, every person is valued and everyone has a place at the table.
What To Expect
An affirming faith community
We welcome and affirm all people and celebrate diversity of sexual orientation, gender identity and express, race, and background in our community.
Breathtaking music ministries
From song to instruments, contemporary to traditional, we have worship of all styles and for all ages.
We try to live like Jesus
Our faith isn’t just words we say, its how we live and it compels us to love our neighbor and to seek justice in the world.
Preschool
Gloria Dei Lutheran Preschool is a faith based school centered around God’s love for kids ages 2 to 5
Our Pastors & Staff
Pastor Julie Hutson
Senior Pastor
Pastor Zach Herzog
Associate Pastor
Deacon Beth Tobin
Director of Children, Youth & Family
Kelley Mannon
Financial Manager
Candi Olson
Director of Office Administration
Julie Nelson
Hospitality Coordinator
Dan Colgan
Organist & Choir Director
Kim Tovani
Praise Band Leader
Zach Stott
Custodian
Erin Holmquist
Preschool Director
Michelle Johnson
Preschool Director
Giving
The ministry of GLORIA DEI Lutheran Church is completed funded by gifts and offerings of the congregation. As a Christian community, we believe we are stewards of everything God has given us, and we share that abundance with one another and the world.
Contact us
The Church office is open
Sunday – 8:00 to 1:00
Monday thru Thursday – 9:00 to 4:00
Friday & Saturday – closed
