Emanuel Lutheran Church

09/03/2026

What does it mean to love our neighbor in a changing climate?

Our neighbors include people whose homes are threatened by flood, fire, drought, and extreme heat.

They include communities whose livelihoods depend upon land and water.

They include generations who will inherit the choices we make today.

Care for creation and care for our neighbor cannot be separated.

The earth is God's beloved creation, entrusted to all of us. May we listen to those most affected, tend what has been entrusted to us, and work together for the flourishing of all creation.

"The earth belongs to the Creator, and everything in it; the world, and all who live in it.” -Psalm 24:1

09/02/2026

3 Things to Know -

Join us Sunday after worship in the Living Room as we discuss General Peter Muhlenberg: A Virginia Officer of the Continental Line.

09/02/2026

Food is more than a commodity.
It is nourishment.
It is hospitality.
It is community.
It is dignity.

Yet around the world and in communities close to home, too many people wonder where their next meal will come from.

Jesus repeatedly gathered people around tables. He fed people who were hungry. He taught us to pray for daily bread.

And when we pray, “Give us today our daily bread,” we are not praying only for ourselves.

We are praying for us.

May our prayer lead us to the table, and then beyond the table, working for a world where everyone has enough.

08/30/2026

Let love be genuine.
Romans 12:9

Not performative.
Not conditional.
Not reserved only for those who agree with us.

Paul describes a love that takes shape in the world:

Honor one another.
Practice hospitality.
Rejoice with those who rejoice.
Weep with those who weep.
Live peaceably.
Overcome evil with good.

This is love with its sleeves rolled up.

This is love that accompanies, serves, welcomes, and stays.

This is love made visible.

Where might love become visible through you this week?

08/30/2026

Join Us for Worship -

At Emanuel Lutheran Church, we intentionally welcome all people seeking to live as Children of God. All are welcome, just as you are! We welcome people of all races, ethnicities and cultures, people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and people of all ages, abilities, mar...

08/29/2026

We talk often about serving, giving, helping, and showing up for one another.

But there is another side to life in community: allowing ourselves to receive.

Receive the kindness someone offers.
Receive the help you didn't expect.
Receive the story another person entrusts to you.
Receive the grace that reminds you that you do not have to do everything alone.

Jesus served others, but he also received hospitality, friendship, care, and companionship.

Perhaps part of living with the mind of Christ is knowing when to open our hands and simply receive.

This weekend, may we give thanks for those who make room for us.

08/28/2026

Stay awhile.

We are often quick to offer advice, search for solutions, or find the right words.

But sometimes the most faithful thing we can offer another person is simply our presence.

Sit beside them.
Listen to the story.
Share the silence.
Celebrate the joy.
Make space for the tears.

“Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.” -Romans 12:15

We don't always need to fix what hurts or explain what cannot be explained. Sometimes love simply stays.

Today, may we remember that presence is a gift.

08/27/2026

At Emanuel, we’ll observe this on September 6. Join us that day as we assemble School and Health kits for Lutheran World Relief. A list of the needed supplies can be found in the weekly announcements!

08/26/2026

3 Things to Know -

Students of all ages are invited to bring their backpacks to worship on Sunday at 9:30. We will offer a special prayer and blessing for the learners, reminding them that Jesus loves them and goes with them.

08/26/2026

We can all use a blessing as the new academic year begins. You're invited to take part this Sunday 8/30 at 9:30am.