A congregation gatheredaround the Gospel.
We are a family of believers in Hermantown, Minnesota — an active, growing congregation of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Rooted in Christ, reaching our neighbors.
Our mission is to proclaim the love of Christ and to help one another grow in faith. We are Christians called by God to share the love of Christ throughout our community — especially reaching out to those who don't yet know Him.
Wherever you are on your journey of faith, there's a place for you here.
Our history as a church
When Pastor Tim and Mary Ellen Ludwig answered the call to prayerfully start a mission church in Minnesota more than 30 years ago, they developed a special connection with the Hermantown community. God blessed that bond and has watched over Peace in Christ Lutheran Church through the years as we have grown together in God's love and grace.
Peace in Christ made its beginnings in the Boy Scouts of America building on Stebner Rd. The opening service was held on September 15th, 1991. Two days later, the Minnesota North District purchased 30 acres for the site of the new church on Maple Grove Rd, where the church still resides to this day. Peace in Christ became an official congregation with 53 charter members at the Charter Sunday Celebration on September 15th, 1992.
This new congregation broke ground at the Maple Grove Rd. site on June 27th, 1993, holding their first service in the new building on Easter Sunday, April 3rd, 1994. That building — which serves as the fellowship hall today — was the church's home for ten years. On February 2nd, 2004, the sanctuary was dedicated to the glory of God and has been used for worship ever since.
Peace in Christ was not done growing yet. On September 9th, 2012, the education wing was dedicated — nine classrooms that serve Sunday School, our youth room, and the preschool during the week. Thanks be to God, Peace in Christ now has over 700 members.
For more than 30 years, this congregation has focused on preaching Christ crucified, teaching God's children of all ages, serving each other as a church family, and reaching out to be the hands and feet of Christ to the community around us.
Peace in Christ: Our History
The teachings of the Reformation, held with joy.
We confess the three great truths recovered in the Reformation — grace alone, faith alone, Scripture alone.
God loves the people of the world, though they are undeserving. He sent Jesus to love the unlovable and save the ungodly.
Through His death as our substitute, Jesus won forgiveness and eternal life. Those who believe receive the life it offers.
The Bible is God's inerrant Word, revealing His Law and the Gospel of salvation — the sole rule for Christian faith and life.
Meet our team
The people who serve and shepherd our congregation.
Rev. Caleb Weight
Senior Pastor
Taylor Wheeler
Director of Christian Education
I have been working at Peace in Christ since August 2021. I attended college at Concordia St. Paul, where I received my certification as a Director of Christian Education. I love connecting with people of all ages and especially enjoy my time with the middle and high school youth. I grew up in Park Rapids, MN and love going home to spend time on the lake with my family.
Annalise Dahl
Office Manager
I have served as the Office Manager at Peace in Christ since February 2024. I cherish being part of our close-knit staff and serving the PIC community. Originally from Esko, MN, I have spent my adult life in the Duluth area. My husband Joe and I have been together since 2013, and we are blessed with four young children — three energetic boys and a sweet baby girl. I enjoy a simple life centered around Jesus, reading, camping, spending time outdoors, and sharing moments with my family.
The best way to know us is to join us.
Plan a visit this Sunday — we'd love to welcome you in person.