Synod-wide
Discernment Cohort-Winter 2023
ZoomThe 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 February 2023 discernment group. We are excited to partner with the Virginia Synod to offer this space for holy listening, discernment and pondering. The Winter 2023…
Traveling Prayer Nights
The Metro D.C. Synod is making a more intentional commitment to prayer and invite you all engage in Traveling Prayer Nights this Summer. Thursday, July 13 | Advent Lutheran in Arlington, VA Thursday, July 27 | Christ the King in Great Falls, VA A group of leaders has been cultivating this Holy space over the…
Metro D.C. Synod Block Party
Peace Lutheran Church Alexandria 6362 Lincolnia Rd., Alexandria, VA, United StatesWe are one Synod of 72 congregations and so many people! Block parties are a fantastic opportunity to get to know your neighbors, share food, music, and games, and build relationships. The Faith In Action Racial Equity Network is looking to bring people together and to encourage everyone to share more about who you are,…
Traveling Prayer Nights
The Metro D.C. Synod is making a more intentional commitment to prayer and invite you all engage in the final Traveling Prayer Night! Thursday, July 27 | Christ the King in Great Falls, VA A group of leaders has been cultivating this Holy space over the past few months at various congregations around the synod.…
Dreaming & Visioning Conversations with RIC Team
ZoomThe newly formed Metro D.C. Synod Reconciling in Christ Team invites you to one of two online Zoom conversations in August to explore what the future of this team looks like. Share your dreams, ideas and needs to help determine which trainings and resources are shared by this team to help synod congregations as well as rostered and…
Ordination & Installation of Andrew “Drew” Parrish
Nativity Lutheran Church 1300 Collingwood Rd, Alexandria, VA, United StatesYou are invited to the ordination of your synod colleague Andrew "Drew" Parrish into the ministry of Word and Sacrament on Saturday, August 12, at 2:00 PM at Nativity Lutheran in Alexandria, VA. Drew will also be installed as Pastor of Nativity Lutheran. Rostered Ministers are invited to process in together. Color of the day is red. Because…
Informational Session for 2024 Holy Land Trip
ZoomFor all who may be interested in participating (or are already registered!) for the 2024 trip to the Holy Land, you are invited to an informational session on August 23 at 7:00 PM on Zoom led by Bishop Leila Ortiz and Elias Nawawieh of Elias Tours. Learn more about: what to expect during the trip, historic…
2024 Youth Gathering Info Session
ZoomOn Wednesday, August 23 at 7:00 PM, the Gathering Synod Champions for Metro D.C. and Delaware-Maryland will host an information session on Zoom for any primary leaders who are thinking of taking a group to the ELCA Youth Gathering next summer in New Orleans. Whether you're ready to register your group today or you're still wondering…
Dreaming & Visioning Conversations with RIC Team
ZoomThe newly formed Metro D.C. Synod Reconciling in Christ Team invites you to one of two online Zoom conversations in August to explore what the future of this team looks like. Share your dreams, ideas and needs to help determine which trainings and resources are shared by this team to help synod congregations as well as rostered and…
A Day at the Ball Game
Nationals ParkGather your congregation together this Fall for fun day at Nats Park as the Nationals play the Florida Marlins. Come for food, fun and fellowship as we gather as a synod - all are welcome including children. Tickets are $19 per person and located in Section 409. All tickets ordered through the link below will…