WORSHIP

Worship at Church of the Reformation is grounded in the rich liturgical history of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, where worship is an experience of the Biblical Story, a proclamation of the Gospel in today’s world and the celebration of Eucharist.  During the year we use a variety of liturgical formats enhanced by the Reformation Choir and outstanding music from one of Washington’s premier pipe organs.  The time of worship is a celebration of inclusiveness, hospitality, gratitude, thanksgiving and praise.  Worship is a time that renews our sense of self and empowers our ‘being’ in the world. Lutheran liturgy is participatory – all are invited to “enter in”, and we are blessed by many liturgical leaders from our congregation.   Our primary worship service is at 11:00 am, and we offer a worship time at 8:30 am for those who desire an earlier hour. Please make a note that during the summer months we have only one service, and it begins at 10:00am.We hope you will join us! 

CURRENT SERIES

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 5th
 
First Reading: Deuteronomy 30:15–20 Moses speaks to the Israelites, who are about to enter the land promised to their ancestors, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. In this passage, he lays out the stark choice before them: choose life by loving and obeying the Lord; or choose death by following other gods
 
Psalm 1 They are like trees planted by streams of water. (Ps. 1:3)
 
Second Reading: Philemon 1:1–21 While Paul was in prison, he was aided by a runaway slave named Onesimus. The slave's master, Philemon, was a Christian friend of Paul. Paul told Onesimus to return to his master and encouraged Philemon to receive Onesimus back as a Christian brother.
 

Gospel: Luke 14:25–33 Jesus speaks frankly about the fearsome costs of discipleship. Those who follow him should know from the outset that completing the course of discipleship will finally mean renouncing all other allegiances.

 

Listening Devices

Members and visitors who have difficulty hearing may approach a greeter or usher to request a listening device upon entering the Narthex prior to worship.  Three devices are available. 

 

Flowers for the Altar

Flowers to the glory of God, and in memory of, or in honor of, an individual may be requested by contacting Madge Selinsky at (703) 527-2182 in advance of the date on which you would like to provide the flowers.  The cost is $50 per arrangement.


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Contact Us

PHONE: 202·543·4200
FAX: 202·543·4201

E-MAIL US:
office@reformationdc.org

Lutheran Church Of The Reformation
212 East Capitol Street
Washington, DC 20003

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