Christian Education and Faith Formation

 We gather in the church Fellowship Hall TV Lounge from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Thursdays. Our procedure is to watch a half-hour video lecture with ensuing discussion. Dr. Mark Berkson of Hamline University (Methodist, St. Paul, MN) provides expert lectures and a study guide concerning “Death, Dying and the Afterlife: Lessons from World Cultures”. What might seem to be a grim topic is treated with appropriate gentle humor and wisdom. The first eight lectures assess key definitions, concepts and values while covering topics ranging from “Death’s Place in Our Lives” to “American Death Rituals.” The next 12 lectures range worldwide from Christianity to Judaism, Islam and other world religions and related cultures. It is an exciting topic dealing with a fundamental reality of life we try to ignore. Join us! Contact Phil Jordan with questions. 

Spring Class to begin January 19th

8:45am in the Campus Center or via Zoom 

Luther Forum Talks With Screwtape

C. S. Lewis was one of the most popular Christian writers of the 20th Century. Second only to the Narnia series The Screwtape Letters continues to be one of Lewis' most popular books.  Using the literary device of a series of letters sent from an experienced devil, Screwtape, to an apprentice demon, Wormword, Lewis explores the challenges of Christian faith and discipleship.  Beginning with a young man's conversion, Lewis reflects on the obstacles which disciples face in following the way of Jesus.  

During the spring, the Luther Forum will be studying The Screwtape Letters.  Chapters are short and the writing is engaging.  This is a study for anyone who struggles to follow Jesus in the ordinary places of life.  

The class meets each Sunday, beginning January 19th, at 8:45, in the campus center.  You can also join the class via Zoom by contacting Bill King at luthercm@gmail.com.  You can also obtain a schedule of the readings from Bill.  Copies of the book are readily available online or at local bookstores.

 The Men's Bible Study meets on Thursday mornings at 8 am to study the Gospel reading designated by the Common Lectionary for the upcoming Sunday.   Please contact Bill King if you have any questions.      

We offer classes for parents who wish to baptize their children, and for adults who wish to be baptized. Confirmation classes are offered for adolescents. 

Our Confirmands continue to earn Service Hours by serving as Acolytes and
Communion Assistants, helping to fold worship bulletins, and other tasks.  Confirmands, don’t forget to track your hours using the form in your notebook.  Please contact Pastor Monica for more information.

Parents are encouraged to grab an Activity Bag for their young children. Activity Bags are filled with coloring sheets and crayons for use during worship.   If you need to comfort your child, we provide a quiet room off the Sanctuary where you may listen to worship.    

During Sunday worship, Pastor Monica 

invites children to participate from time to time in a Children’s Sermon. 

 VBS is offered in conjunction with area ELCA churches. For more information, contact the church office at 540-951-1000.

Stay tuned to find out when we will have our next Women's Bible Study!  

The Virginia Synod offers many programs throughout the year for youth and young adults. More information about these events and registration forms can be found here.