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Learning from the Enneagram in Stress – May 11 and 13

The Enneagram is a tool for spiritual growth and self-discovery. This series explores leadership in crisis situations. Join Rev. Jamie Butcher, certified teacher with Enneagram Georgia and International Enneagram Professional,…

Preaching the Good News in Uncertain Times – May 7

The Good News is timeless and universal and we are called to preach it into specific times and places. Right now, the COVID 19 pandemic is challenging all aspects of…

Living Our Mission in Uncertain Times

In November of 2019, the Synod Council adopted a new mission statement for our synod, “By the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, we are called to cultivate a bold and…

Stewardship in Uncertain Times

Recorded Workshop Video Below Life has changed dramatically in the last few weeks and that change is still unfolding. In the midst of this change, people are needing the peace…

Online Worship Workshop – April 16

We were hoping to host monthly in-person Leadership Academy events this Spring, but have now pivoted to an online forum! During this time of COVID-19, topics will focus on helping…

Easter Message from Bishop Ortiz

Use What You Have & Pivot: Online Worship Reflections during COVID-19

With the onset of Covid-19, Pastor Dave Sonnenberg and Phillip (Rockstar a/v guy) from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gaithersburg, MD, pivoted to use equipment they already had on the…

Coffee with Bishop Ortiz – Tuesday, April 14

Everyone – pastors, deacons, lay leaders, members – from the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to get together for “Coffee with the Bishop” on Tuesday April 14th at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, or…

Important CARES Act Update from Bishop Ortiz

Dear Colleagues in Christ, After extensive review of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and in consultation with the Conference of Bishops and churchwide lawyer, I recommend you consider applying…