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Please mark you calendars now for these upcoming ministry opportunities. We will continually keep this calendar updated as additional events and details are finalized.
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  • Leadership Academy
  • Racial Equity
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  • Youth + Family

Post-Inauguration Rostered Minister Conversation

January 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
All 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...
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Virtual Town Hall: A Transition Conversation with Bishop Ortiz

January 30 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
All Metro D.C. Synod lay and rostered members are invited to a virtual Town Hall with Bishop Ortiz on Thursday, January 30, as she shares her personal insights and experiences in the role of bishop ahead of the upcoming bishop...
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Installation

February 2 @ 2:00 pm
The Synod invites you to the installation of Pastor Lura Groen at All Saints Lutheran Church in Bowie, MD on Sunday, February 2, at 2:00 PM. Rostered ministers are invited to vest and process and the Color of the Day...
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Metro D.C. Synod Admin Network Monthly Meeting

February 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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, February 6, on Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 863 0251, Passcode: 4005). These monthly meetings take place...
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Winter Discernment Cohort

February 6 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Metro D.C. Synod’s candidacy committee invites anyone looking for a space to actively discern their call or feeling called to ministry to join the Winter Discernment Cohort. We are excited to offer this space for holy listening, discernment, and...
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Council Orientation & Training

February 8 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
All congregations are encouraged to gather their new and returning council members for an in-person orientation with Bishop Ortiz. During this Leadership Academy session, participants will walk through church leadership best practices, constitution & bylaw processes, and answer any questions...
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Traveling Prayer Night

February 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join the next Traveling Prayer Night on Thursday, February 13, at First Trinity Lutheran Church in Washington, D.C. A potluck dinner begins at 6:30 PM, followed by a prayer and meditation service at 7:00 PM. All are welcome!
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Meet Diana Butler Bass

February 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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...
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Metro D.C. Synod Admin Network Monthly Meeting

March 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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...
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Bishop Transition Zoom Conversation

March 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Rostered Ministers are invited to an online conversation about the bishop election and transition process on Thursday, March 6, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM via Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 863 0251, Passcode: 4005). This session is an additional opportunity...
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Play + Pray for Virginia Conference Youth

March 9 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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,...
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Seekers Annual Retreat

March 15 @ 9:00 am - March 16 @ 12:00 pm
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...
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