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Renewal of Ordination Vows and the Blessing of Oil
Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp & Retreat Center 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd, Jefferson, MD, United StatesBishop Leila Ortiz (Metropolitan Washington, DC Synod) and Bishop Bill Gohl (Delaware-Maryland Synod) are pleased to partner with our shared outdoor ministry, Mar-Lu-Ridge, to offer a Renewal of Ordination Vows and Blessing of Oil. All rostered ministers are invited to worship and a luncheon hosted by the Delaware-Maryland and Metro D.C. Synods. Thursday, March 30th…
2023 Bishops’ Building Puentes Convocation
Puerto RicoApril 27 - 29, 2023 | Puerto Rico Rostered Ministers of the Delaware-Maryland and Metro D.C. Synods are invited to the Bishops' Building Puentes Convocation in Puerto Rico. We will be joining Rostered Ministers of the Caribbean Synod in fellowship, worship, and learning from Thursday, April 27 - Saturday, April 29. Register Here
Boundaries Trainings for Rostered Ministers in November
United Lutheran Seminary-Gettysburg Campus 61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA, United StatesRostered Ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to complete their required annual Boundary Training and biennial Racial & Social Justice Training through United Lutheran Seminary. Hybrid training sessions will be held in person for $50 each in Gettysburg, PA, or for $35 each on Zoom this summer and fall. Those registered for both…
Renewal of Ordination Vows & Blessing of Oil
Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp & Retreat Center 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd, Jefferson, MD, United StatesAll Rostered Ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to join Bishop Ortiz and Bishop Gohl of the Delaware-Maryland Synod for the annual renewal of your ordination vows and chrism mass on Thursday, March 21. Come out to the beautiful Mar-Lu-Ridge Chapel for some time of renewal and fellowship. The service will be followed…
Boundary & Racial Justice Trainings | February – April
Rostered Ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are encouraged to complete their mandatory annual Boundary Training and biennial Racial & Social Justice Training through United Lutheran Seminary. Training sessions will be held for $50 each (including lunch) in Gettysburg, PA, or for $35 each on Zoom starting in February. Those registered for both sessions will…
2024 Bishop’s Convocation
Bon Secours Retreat Center 1525 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, MarylandAll Rostered Ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to the 2024 Bishop's Convocation. The group will gather the evening of Tuesday, April 23rd, through the evening of Thursday, April 25th. Breakfast and lunch are also provided as part of your registration on Friday, April 26th, and attendees are welcome to stay to enjoy…
Advent Preaching Workshop & Worship for Rostered Ministers
Saint Luke Lutheran Church 9100 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesAs we approach one of the most beautiful and busy seasons of the year, Advent, the Metro D.C. and Delaware-Maryland Synods warmly invite rostered ministers to an inspiring event designed to renew your spirit and invigorate your ministry with Reverend Heidi Neumark. This gathering will offer a space for reflection, rejuvenation, and connection with fellow…
Boundary & Racial Justice Training
Rostered Ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to complete their required annual Boundary Training and biennial Racial & Social Justice Training through United Lutheran Seminary. Trainings are offered online and in-person at the Gettysburg campus in October and November. Topics and dates are: LGBTQIAS+ Training | October 6 & 7, 8 and November…
Post-Inauguration Rostered Minister Conversation
ZoomAll rostered ministers of the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to join Bishop Ortiz for an online gathering focused on conversation and prayer following the inauguration on Tuesday, January 28, from 2:00 PM–3:30 PM. In light of a challenging election season and the transition to a new administration, this event provides a crucial opportunity to come together,…
Renewal of Ordination Vows and Blessing of Oil
Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp & Retreat Center 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd, Jefferson, MD, United StatesBishop Leila Ortiz and Bishop Bill Gohl (Delaware-Maryland Synod) are pleased to partner with our shared outdoor ministry, Mar-Lu-Ridge, to offer a Renewal of Ordination Vows and Blessing of Oil. All rostered ministers are invited to a worship service and luncheon hosted by the Delaware-Maryland and Metro D.C. Synods on Thursday, April 10, at Mar-Lu-Ridge.…