Youth + Family Ministry Staffing Update
Soon-to-be-Deacon Nicole Roop has agreed to take on the part-time responsibilities for Youth+Family Ministry in partnership with the Delaware-Maryland Synod. Dr. Roop is a full-time administrator at the University of Maryland – College Park and served her internship year at our...
Synod to Launch Local Ministry Fund this Fall
Dear Friends in Ministry, I invite you to walk alongside me, meander a bit, and see where the Spirit leads us in a new thing that we are creating and building together. Let us re-imagine the ways we fund our...
Gifts of Hope Mid-Year Update
Gifts of Hope Director Natalie Cain provided a mid-year update on the happenings of our alternative gift-giving program and what is to come this fall. Check out the update at the link below! View Update Here
Katharyn Wheeler on Sabbatical in August
Our Administrative Assistant to the Bishop, Katharyn Wheeler will be on sabbatical the month of August. While Katharyn is away: If you need assistance please reach out to Julie Jackson at synodadmin@metrodcelca.org or call the synod office at (202) 417-3678. If you would...
Fall 2022 Discernment Cohort Begins September 15
The candidacy committee of the Metro D.C. Synod invites anyone who is feeling a call to ministry or is looking for a space to actively discern their call to join our September 2022 discernment group. This fall, we are excited...
Racial Equity Network Virtual Meeting | July 21
You are invited to the Metro D.C. Synod’s first Faith in Action Racial Equity Network virtual meeting on Thursday, July 21 at 7:00 - 8:30 PM on Zoom! Come to hear from congregations around the synod and what they are...
Welcome to Pastor Sarah Garrett Krey
Pastor Sarah has officially started in her new role as Assistant to the Bishop for Mobility & Candidacy in the Metro D.C. Synod. She can be reached either via email or phone at sarahgk@metrodcelca.org or 202-417-3681. Please take a moment to welcome Pastor...
Sacred Ground Small Group Series Starts Again in July
The first round of small groups for the Sacred Ground racial equity Zoom series have been eye opening for all who have participated. The Racial Equity team is excited to announce another opportunity for you to participate in this important,...
Participate in a Sacred Group Small Group – Sign Up Today!
Bishop Leila Ortiz and Metro D.C. Synod Racial Equity Team invite all rostered leaders to participate in Sacred Ground a film-based dialog series on race and faith. In this 12-part series, small groups are invited to walk back through history and reflect...
Worship Resources for Summer Observances
As we move into the summer months, you may desire resources for observances and commemorations that occur in these weeks. ELCA Worship provides resources for the commemoration of the Emanuel Nine and Juneteenth. Related to these observances, you may want to refer to “What Is a...