Ordination and Installation

University of Maryland Memorial Chapel 7744 Regents Dr., College Park, MD, United States

The Synod invites you to the ordination and installation of Katie Evans to the Ministry of Word and Service at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 22, at the University of Maryland Memorial Chapel in College Park, MD. Katie has been called through the Metro D.C. Synod Council to serve as a Community Engagement Associate for…

Meet Diana Butler Bass

Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Fairfax Campus 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax, VA, United States

Discover how faith can transform the world with internationally renowned theologian Dr. Diana Butler Bass! Known for her insight, wit, and warmth, Dr. Bass brings fresh perspectives on Christianity in the 21st century. On Saturday, February 22, kick off with a 60–90 minute lecture by Dr. Bass, complete with a Q&A session, followed by a book signing…

Faith, Culture, and Community: Our Journey to New Orleans

Saint Stephen Lutheran Church 11612 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United States

You are invited to a special synod-wide Youth + Family hybrid event hosted by the youth of Saint Stephen Lutheran Church on Sunday, February 23. All are welcome in person from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM or on Zoom from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM to hear the Saint Stephen youth share their experiences at the ELCA Multiethnic Youth…

Youth + Family Town Hall

Zoom

Youth leaders, youth, and caregivers are invited to a virtual Youth + Family Town Hall on Wednesday, February 26, at 7:00 PM. This is an opportunity to hear about the many ways Metro D.C. Synod Youth + Family Ministry has been engaging and what’s ahead for 2025. It’s also a time for youth leaders to…

Metro D.C. Synod Admin Network Monthly Meeting

Zoom

All synod congregation and organization administrators and communicators are invited to join in a time of devotion and discussion at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 6, on Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 863 0251, Passcode: 4005). These monthly meetings take place on the first Thursday of each month so mark your calendars! Join on Zoom through the link…

Installation

King of Kings Lutheran Church 4025 Kings Way, Fairfax, VA, United States

The Synod invites you to the installation of Rev. Dr. Elijah Mwitanti at King of Kings Lutheran Church in Fairfax, VA on Saturday, March 8,  at 1:00 PM. Rostered ministers are invited to vest and process and the Color of the Day is purple.

Play + Pray: Metro D.C. Youth

Bowlero Sterling 46940 Woodson Dr, Sterling, VA, United States

High school youth in the Metro D.C. Synod are invited to a free afternoon of fun, fellowship, and bowling on Sunday, March 9 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Bowlero in Sterling, VA! Bring a friend, enjoy exciting games, and make memories together. All costs are covered by the Youth + Family Committee—just come…

Seekers Annual Retreat

Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp & Retreat Center 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd, Jefferson, MD, United States

All children of the Delaware-Maryland and Metro D.C. Synods in grades 3, 4, and 5 are invited to attend a retreat for elementary school students on Saturday, March 15, to Sunday, March 16, at Mar-Lu-Ridge. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, we will rotate through different stations to experience God through Bible study, games, arts and crafts, science,…

Synod Discernment Day

Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 1545 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA, United States

The Bishop Election/Transition Team invites all synod lay and rostered members to a Synod Discernment Day on Saturday, March 22, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM, as we prepare for the bishop election at this year’s Synod Assembly. The event will be offered in person at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in McLean, VA, and…

Metro D.C. Synod Admin Network Monthly Meeting

Zoom

All synod congregation and organization administrators and communicators are invited to join in a time of devotion and discussion at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 3, on Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 863 0251, Passcode: 4005). These monthly meetings take place on the first Thursday of each month so mark your calendars! Join on Zoom through the link…