Each October rostered ministers from across the Virginia Synod gather for the annual event Gathering of the Ministerium. In an effort to build and maintain collegial relationships and to foster collaboration and partnership this gathering [...]
O Lord, how long shall I cry…to you “Violence!” (Habakkuk 1:2) Oh Lord... How many senseless acts of cold, calculated murder followed by unimaginable panic, fear and deep, deep grief must your people and world [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
