Synod-wide
Seekers Annual Retreat | Grades 3-5
Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp & Retreat Center 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd, Jefferson, MD, United StatesAll children in grades 3, 4, and 5 are invited to attend our retreat for elementary school students on March 9-10 at Mar-Lu-Ridge Retreat Center. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, we will rotate through different stations to experience God through Bible study, games, arts and crafts, science, and service. At Seekers, we are inviting families to…
Traveling Prayer Night | Peace in Waldorf, MD
Peace Lutheran Church, St Charles 401 Smallwood Drive, Saint Charles, MD, United StatesOpen yourself to the Holy Spirit through prayer, music, and meditation at the next monthly Traveling Prayer Night beginning at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 14 at Peace Lutheran Church in Waldorf, MD. Come early and participate in the potluck dinner at 6:00 PM - either bring a dish to share or simply come nourish…
Are Children Spiritual Enough?
ZoomChildren's spirituality begins from God's love and gets nurtured through relational and life-giving Christian practices. However, in the 21st century, neoliberal ideologies and consumerist practices suppress children's holistic flourishing, and most churches' ministries exacerbate the problem. Because our ministering and parenting to children do not consider children spiritual enough, and children's experiences do not matter.…
Explore Reconciling in Christ Potluck & Conversation
Lutheran Church of the Reformation 212 East Capitol St. NE, Washington, DC, United StatesWell, maybe it's time to put away the mittens, but perhaps not time to pull out your swim shorts. Still, how about a compromise and coming to a potluck? The Synod Reconciling in Christ Team invites all interested parties to join together on Sunday, April 7, at 5:30 PM at Lutheran Church of the Reformation. The closest…
Learn, Live, and Love God’s Good Creation
ZoomJoin the Metro D.C. Synod on Thursday, April 18, at 7:00 PM for a special Earth Day Leadership Academy as we welcome Melody Starya Mobley for a Zoom conversation about how we, as families, can "Learn, Live, and Love God's Good Creation" while exploring the great outdoors and our faith. All are welcome! Bring your…
Global Missions: Invitation to Explore
Lutheran Church of the Reformation 212 East Capitol St. NE, Washington, DC, United StatesThe Global Mission’s Committee invites you on Saturday, April 20 to explore our Washington-area relationships with Lutherans around the world, especially in El Salvador, Namibia, Slovakia, and the Middle East. This is a space for both experience and new perspectives as we consider how we will walk together in the coming year, hearing from our…
Installation of Pastor Pauline Farrington
You are invited to the installation of Pastor Pauline Farrington on Saturday, April 27, at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rockville, MD. The color of the day is white and rostered ministers are invited to process together.
Ordination of Kathryn Moran
You are invited to the Ordination of Kathryn Moran on Saturday, April 27, at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Herndon, VA. The color of the day is red and rostered ministers are invited to process together.
Installation of Pastor Joshua A. Wullenweber
The Metro D.C. Synod invites you to the installation of Pastor Joshua Wullenweber on Sunday, May 5, at 3:00 PM at New Jerusalem Lutheran Church in Lovettsville, VA. The color of the day is white and rostered ministers are invited to process together.
Traveling Prayer Night
St. Luke's Lutheran Church 17740 Muncaster Road, Derwood, MD, United StatesJoin the next Traveling Prayer Night at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Derwood, MD on Thursday, May 9. A potluck dinner begins at 6:30 PM, followed by a prayer and meditation service at 7:00 PM. All are welcome!