My Grandmother’s Hands Book Discussion, Part 2
Emmannuel Lutheran Church - Courtyard 2589 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA, United StatesAll are invited to read the first section of My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem and then participate in the 2nd meeting of the book discussion led by Pastor Lydia on October 26 at 7:00 PM in the Courtyard. If the weather does not cooperate, we will move inside to the Centrum so please bring…
Confirmation and Reformation Sunday Celebration
Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, United StatesSunday, October 31 is Confirmation and Reformation Sunday. All are invited to celebrate the affirmation of baptism for our youth during worship, followed by a church-wide brunch for all to enjoy. There will be no faith formation classes after worship so all can participate in this celebration. If you are able to help with setup/clean…
Commitment Sunday for 2022 Stewardship Campaign
Emmanuel's 2022 Stewardship Campaign titled "Relationships Grow Here" is underway! The goal is to increase congregational weekly giving by $5,200 during the 2022 calendar year. All are invited to prayerfully consider making a commitment to support the ministries and mission of Emmanuel no later than Sunday, October 31! View more information about the campaign and…
Farewell Reception for Robert Morehead and Family!
Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, United StatesEmmanuel Lutheran Church has been blessed with over five years of service by Mr. Robert Morehead, our Director of Music Ministry. He has recently tendered his resignation which we accept with gratitude for his ministry and blessings for his future. We give thanks to God for his gifts, leadership, and faithfulness that he has so generously shared…
Adult Forum: Critical Race Theory: What is all the Controversary About?
Critical race theory is an approach to issues of race, social structure, and history that has caused intense disagreement among analysts and activists of various political schools. This Adult Forum discussion on Sunday, November 14 at 10:15 AM, led by Professor Richard E. Rubenstein of George Mason University, describes the doctrine and analyzes the sources…
Columbarium Dedication
Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, United StatesWe are glad to announce the opening of our columbarium and mark the occasion with a special time of dedication. Join Pastor Lydia and Pastor Tony for a time of prayer and blessing as we dedicate our columbarium this Sunday at 11:30 AM, following our faith formation hour. We will gather at the columbarium for…
Donations Needed for FACETS Thanksgiving Food Drive
Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, United StatesThis year we will support FACETS Thanksgiving Food Drive with much needed $25 grocery Gift Cards for and Food to complete a Thanksgiving meal for our neighbors. The Thanksgiving grocery Gift Cards can be placed in the offering plate after Sunday Service or given directly to a Usher. We also have three additional ways in…
Fair Trade for Sale-November 21
Fair Trade items will be available on Sunday, November 21st before and after the worship service. Stop by the table to see a collection of coffee, nuts, olive oil and chocolate. Your purchases help to improve the livelihood and strengthen the abilities of small-scale farmers and indigenous people.
New Member Sunday
Emmanuel Lutheran Church 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, United StatesNext Sunday, December 5, help us give a warm welcome to Emmanuel's newest members!
St. Nicholas Sunday
On Sunday, December 5 St. Nicholas will be visiting Emmanuel! Leave your shoes outside the sanctuary before you head in to worship so he can leave a treat for you. After worship, we will have fellowship time with cookies.