Virginia Synod Serves 2017
This past week was the Virginia Synod’s 5th annual Week of Service, which coincides with “God’s Work, Our Hands” Sunday, the ELCA Day of Service on Sunday, September 10th. As we observe the 500th anniversary [...]
The Installation of Bishop Robert F. Humphrey
Marking a new season of ministry in the life of the Virginia Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), more than 630 people gathered Sept. 9 at First Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro Virginia [...]
Responding to Hate in Richmond
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, You may be aware that several hate groups are planning to gather in Richmond this weekend. In response, others are planning counter-protests. As rostered leaders, you may wish to [...]
The Rev. Robert F. Humphrey to be installed as Lutheran bishop
The Rev. Robert F. Humphrey will be installed as bishop of the Virginia Synod - Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) on Saturday, September 9, 1 PM at First Presbyterian Church, Waynesboro. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth [...]
A day to remember Charlottesville: September 12th
Charlottesville. It is the name of a city with a long and rich history, and an area of beauty and peace. That has changed, however. On a Saturday in August rally and protest turned into [...]
Let’s Get Started…
One of the great gifts of our Lutheran theology is the joyous realization that each new day begins with the sign of the Cross and Luther’s proclamation, “I am baptized!” As we begin this new [...]
Get to Know Bishop-Elect Humphrey
The first of September, 2017 marks the start of the term for the new bishop of the Virginia Synod, ELCA, The Rev. Robert F. Humphrey. Read on and take some time to get to know [...]
Clergy in Charlottesville
This past Saturday, August 12th, over a dozen Rostered Ministers of the Virginia Synod, Bishop Mauney, Bishop-elect Humphrey and his wife Barbra Humphrey joined in a peaceful march with Charlottesville clergy and religious leaders of [...]
Virginia Synod, ELCA Statement on August 12th Rally in Charlottesville Virginia
As members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we stand against all forms of hatred and discrimination. We believe that cultural, ethnic and racial differences should be seen and celebrated as what God [...]
Notes From Camp
It’s almost the end of summer, and for a lot of families that means the conclusion of summer camps and activities, and the start of a brand new school year. In Virginia, the premier Lutheran [...]