Archive for June 16, 2017
Seen and unseen work comes to light
Every resolution and report is the result of many hours of hard work, some seen and some unseen. The Assembly receives the reports, carefully prepared, and votes, asking God’s grace…
Read MoreLots to chew on at lunchtime workshops
The Assembly has returned from lunch, called back to order by the hymn “Abide With Me.” Refreshed by lunch and fellowship, the Voting Members took their seats. Back to business!…
Read MoreMorning of inspiration and aspiration
SPECIAL GUESTS It was lovely to hear from some of our interfaith partners, such as Rabbi Gerald Serotta, Executive Director, InterFaith Conference of Metropolitan Washington; and Father Charles Cortinovis, Ecumenical…
Read MoreMeet our photographer
Most of us may have a camera in our phones, but creating a photographic record of Synod Assembly takes a special eye. Meet Daniel Owusu, a member of Lutheran Church…
Read MoreMeet our blogger
Hearing many voices from across the synod is one of the strengths of a Synod Assembly. We are grateful that Esther Samuelson of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Herndon, Virginia…
Read MoreWorship has commenced!
There has already been a great deal of hustle and bustle in preparation as display tables go up, visitors arrive, and voting members prepare for a productive day. The ballroom…
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