In the news: Local member to speak to national ELCA youth
Be the change you wish to see in the world. That inspiring quote from Mahatma Gandhi plus service work opportunities and wrestling with questions of faith, inspired Greg Von Wald to help change the world after participating in the ELCA...
Steak knives near the nursery
From product packaging to acid rain, do environmental issues overwhelm you? “Information isn’t the problem,” said the Rev. Sarah Scherschligt of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Gaithersburg, Md. “I see the problem as being people actually being able to...
Eco-bikers pause in Poolesville
“Most people know the scientific and political dimensions of climate change, but few have thought deeply about the moral implications,” said Jonathan Brockopp, a Penn State history professor and director of the religion and ethics initiative at the Rock Ethics...
Celebrating Platz’ 47 of “Seed Planting”
"To share what you have been given, to encourage some glimpse of the caring God - that is all part of the ministry of God's people in this place," said the Rev. Elizabeth Platz who was celebrated with a worship...
More stories of life springing up and growth in the synod
The Rev. Amy Thompson Sevimli delivered her report via video.
From the Bishop’s Desk: Is there a pattern?
“’When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted.’ …I love this verse first of all for its honesty. It rings true… And I love this verse, too, because I think it applies to us.” With unshielded eyes, the...
Girl Matches Crochet Skill with Need in Namibia
Amanda Humphreys was looking for a project she could do that would use her crochet skills and help her earn a Gold Award – the Girl Scouts’ highest honor. As a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Woodbridge, Virginia,...
Lutheran Christians in Namibia and U.S. to hold Consultation
When Lutheran churches of Namibia and ELCA synods who share Companion Synod ties there meet May 17-20 in Namibia, Bishop Richard H. Graham and a delegation of 12 members of local congregations will be part of the event. “More than...
In the news: Gaithersburg Congregation in Pennsylvania
Pensylvania is "close to home" according to the Rev. Dave Sonnenberg in coverage by WPMT on March 25, 2012, of rebuilding efforts in Lebanon County. Members of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gaithersburg, Md., travelled to the region with Pr. Sonnenberg...
Stewardship Practices – Common and Best
In the fall of 2011, the Stewardship and Mission Table of the Metro D.C. Synod sent out an online survey to each pastor of the synod, asking them to give us a glimpse of their congregation’s stewardship practices. I want...