Community Lutheran Church - Sterling, VA

Ash Wednesday services all with the imposition of ashes. And don’t forget to pick up your “Wondrous Love” #lentendevotionals in the Narthex! #ashwednesday #lent #clcsterlingva #augsburgfortress @ Community Lutheran Church - Sterling, VA

[02/24/20]   From today’s interfaith concert! https://instagram.com/p/B87no22BQrB/

Ashes to Ashes and Dust to Dust: Why Lutherans Receive Ashes on Ash Wednesday

Interested in why we receive ashes?

lutheranlenses.com Many non-Lutherans wonder why their Lutheran friends and family members wear ashes on their forehead at the beginning of Lent. There are three reasons why: to remind them of their sinfulness, to re…

A Not-So-Radical Proposal for Your Lenten Season: Do Nothing

Or this... “Rather than optimize your Lent with a waistline conscious fast or a bold test of your willpower, simply take time each day to do nothing. Sit before the Lord, let God marvel at you as you marvel at God. Maybe even while you’re eating french fries.”

thejesuitpost.org Ash Wednesday is just one week away. Before you decide to give up candy or french fries or even Facebook, I encourage you to take some advice: do nothing.

2/20 CCC: Plastic Fast for Lent

Looking for a different Lenten practice this year? Check out the practices that help us care for creation.

lutheransrestoringcreationblog.blogspot.com February 2020 Creation Corner Column: Plastic Fast for Lent 2020 PLASTICS...

Happy Wednesday! What are you thinking about this morning? What are your #prayers or #concerns? #freeprayer #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

Kid Camp Tomorrow! - https://mailchi.mp/ed4f884943f3/kidcamp

Let's get ready to Pancake! - https://mailchi.mp/aa8558085266/pancakes2020

Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️😉

Theologian Valentines--including Anglicanism's own C.S. Lewis. (Meme shared from themondayheretic)

Interested in a way of #prayer a little different from what you're used to? Looking for a #lentenpractice to help you as you grow in Christ's grace? Beginning on March 3, enter into the ancient practice of writing #icons. This #icon will be "The Angel at the Tomb" based on a 13th century icon. #acrylicpainting #iconography #prayinginpaint #ancientfaith #contemplation #contemplativeprayer #clcsterlingva

From March 4 until April 1 join with your #clcsterlingva family to enjoy downright delicious #lentensoupsuppers followed by an opportunity to participate in #smallgroups centered around #discipleship. There's also a great opportunity for children (ages 5 to 5th grade) to have a blast at #kidcamp listening to stories, doing arts and crafts, and playing games. Middle schoolers and high schoolers are invited to help with Kid Camp, too! #faithmentoring #growingingrace

Only a couple of weeks until #ashwednesday2020! We will have opportunities to participate in a variety of ways and if you need ideas on how to make #lent more meaningful, talk to Pr. Annabelle! #clcsterlingva #lentenjourney2020 #ashwednesday #rememberyouaredust #lifecomesfromashes

Today I’m praying for all those on the #threshholds... life and death, health and sickness, new jobs, in relationships... what are your #prayers? #freeprayer #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

Still to Come in February - https://mailchi.mp/37735a234fe7/still-to-come-in-february

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Matthew 5:37 “I swear to God that ____!!!” For some of us, this may have been a common childhood phrase. If we swore to God (or, perhaps, upon a loved one’s life) then there is no way we were lying about whatever it was we were discussing. We could be fully and completely trusted. I swear!
As Jesus continues to preach to the hungry crowds this week, those he calls the salt of the earth and the light of the world, he calls for a radical integrity that makes “swearing” by anything unnecessary. If our “yes” means yes and our “no” means no, we may be found more trustworthy.

In the end, when we speak of love for our neighbors and even for our enemies (!), when we speak of feeding the hungry and lifting the lowly, when we speak of loving those deemed unlovable and calling clean and blessed what even the most pious have called profane and deprived, we simply speak Christ’s words. When we speak Christ’s faith in love and truth, we need not swear to God or anyone else. Our “yes” is yes. And our “no” is no.
May God help us both to speak and to live into the liberating and life-giving word of God.

“Baptismal (lady)bug...” #baptism #font #ladybug🐞 #clcsterlingva

The Most Important 10 Minutes in Worship - David L Hansen

What about it? What’s your favorite part of worship? How might you connect with a new friend this Sunday?

digitalpastor.org Have you ever wondered what is the most important part of worship? What if we've been missing out on the most important part?

Good morning! What does #sabbath look like to you? I’m reading and #contemplating this for myself. What #prayers are in your heart today? #freeprayer #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

Youth Group Tomorrow! - https://mailchi.mp/7736b6d4c188/youthgroupreminder

This tour is for YOU! Info meeting this Sunday!- https://mailchi.mp/c475414ae141/choirinspire

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Good morning!☀️ What prayers and hopes are on your heart this morning? #freeprayer #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

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This is for the anxious ones. The weary ones. Those who are waiting for a new medication to kick in or struggling to get their kids out the door on time. I see you. You’re doing it. #enough #showingup #love #peace #ordinaryblessingsbook

How are you being called to step out in #faith and #follow Christ? #discipleship #formation #transformation #prayerofstbrendan #clcsterlingva

Pr. Annabelle and Jeff are ready for the #soupcookoff tomorrow - are YOU? #confirmation #souperbowl #soup #soupseason🍲 #clcsterlingva

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The gift of life in community and working together!

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No #freeprayer at #starbucks this morning, but please feel free to send a note or call! #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

Lock In Sponsors

Hello Adults - parents of youth, and others! Want to see what silliness happens here after dark? Like teenagers? Or painting? Or pizza? Sign up to support the High School Lock In on February 1st and 2nd. Contact Becca Shelor with questions!

signupgenius.com Hello Parents, I am SO excited to have your youth joining us for the High School Lock-in. We're going to have a lot of fun, but in order to make this event possible I need your support! Please consider the following time blocks and sign up for a time to join us. I know, you're getting a break from y...

Last call for Lock In! - https://mailchi.mp/888ee7935303/high-school-lock-in-2572195

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Today is the first day of the International Week of Prayer for Christian Unity! Join us in this reflection from the @worldcouncilofchurches on the theme of reconciliation.
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#weekofchristianunity #WCC #ELCA #unity #reconciliation #weekofprayer

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Dear Church, what are we glad for today?
#ELCA #Lutheran

Come on in until 9:20 and feel free to send digital requests! #freeprayer #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva

Nothing says Youth like a Lock In! We want you there! https://mailchi.mp/688db18aba7c/high-school-lock-in

#confirmationdinner was centered around #baptism. We looked at our #identity, #forgiveness, life in #community, #sin, and #forgivingothers. And we popped #balloons to show how messy our sin can be. #wordsoffaith #leavingitatthecross #clcsterlingva

I see a theme... I’ll be here until 9:45 or so for #freeprayer. As things around the world seem to escalate, what are your #hopes, #fears, and #prayers? #freeprayerwednesdays #clcsterlingva #marykatemorse

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January and February Youth Events - https://mailchi.mp/4406fd8cfcb3/januaryblast

Happy Epiphany!

No wonder it took them 12 days! Seems there was a little confusion regarding the gifts. (Cartoon by Inherit the Mirth)

Happy 12th Day of Christmas!!

Today is the 12th and final day of Christmas, but the joy of Christ remains!

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"You are loved just for being who you are, just for existing. You don't have to do anything to earn it. Your shortcomings, your lack of self-esteem, physical perfection, or social and economic success - none of that matters. No one can take this love away from you, and it will always be here." -Ram Dass #WordForTheDay⠀
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Happy New Year!

See you all at 10:00 a.m. for Lessons and Carols!

Merry Fifth Day of Christmas! Can you translate this image into words?

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"The universe is wider than our views of it." -Henry David Thoreau #WordForTheDay

Looking for a place to #worship for #Christmaseve? Come discover the amazing news that God cannot wait to be present in your life, here and now! Children and Family service at 5:30pm (glow sticks, Holy Communion) and Traditional Candlelight Services with Holy Communion at 7:30pm and 9:30pm. #clcsterlingva #christmas #whatcantwait @sanctifiedart

High Schoolers - it’s prize ball Sunday! Don’t be late for Forum. @ Community Lutheran Church - Sterling, VA