Thank you for Your Service, Bob Tuttle!
It is with great gratitude that we honor Robert “Bob” Tuttle, long-term attorney for the Metro D.C. Synod, in the latest Stories of the Spirit. Bob retired from this position as of July 1, 2023 after decades and countless hours...
Synod Podcast Episode 4 – To Cultivate
When you hear the word “cultivate” you may think of a farmer or planting seeds and watching them grow. But not everyone believes they have a green thumb, in a garden or spiritually! Rev. Dr. Carmelo Santos and Deacon Julie...
Stories of the Spirit: Crossroads Connection
“Happy are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God, who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them; who keeps faith forever; who executes justice for the...
Synod Podcast Episode 3 – To be (or not to be) Called
Pastor Julie Bringman, Katie Evans, and Carrie Pritts join Bishop Leila Ortiz to delve into how they have felt God stirring and moving in their lives, and how they formalized their listening during a six-month period of discernment. As they...
Important Announcement from Pastor Lamar Bailey
Grace and peace from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. After a long period of discernment and spiritual direction, I have decided to resign from synod staff effective July 14, 2023. This was not an easy or quick decision, but...
Employee Retention Credit
Many congregations took advantage of the Paycheck Protection Plan funds offered by the federal government during the pandemic. There is now a second source of funds that may be available to you: the Employee Retention Tax Credit. While this credit...
Synod Podcast Episode 2 with Pastor Kevin Vandiver
Pastor Kevin Vandiver, Senior Pastor of Lutheran Church of the Reformation in Washington D.C., discusses with Bishop Leila Ortiz what it means to be "Inspired by the Holy Spirit". Not just what it means to be inspired in ministry, but...
Bishop Ortiz’s Statement on Anti-Transgender Legislation
Dear Beloved Colleagues and Friends in Christ, In keeping with our mission to boldly and boundlessly love Jesus and God’s beloved creation, we present this statement on Anti-Trans Legislation. I am mindful that while our synod has been a Reconciling in...
Synod Podcast Episode 1 Now Available!
Bishop Leila and the Metro D.C. Synod staff have developed a new bi-weekly podcast for those who are fully aware that we are in a moment of history that demands our attention and intentionality. The world is about to turn!...
Stories of the Spirit- International Dinner
Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. Revelation 3:20 (NIV) How do you react when...