Campus Ministry
All are welcome here!
No really... No games, no gimmicks, no trickery. YOU are welcome, no strings attached.
We welcome all because we believe ALL people are God's beloved children, and nothing can change that. If you're LGBTQ+, this space is for you. If you aren't Lutheran, this space is for you. If you have questions about God, or even if you don't know if you believe in God, this space is for you. If you haven't found welcome in other campus ministries, this space is for you. We welcome all without regard to race or culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, relationship status, physical or mental health, intellectual or developmental disabilities, addictions, socio-economic status, politics, or anything that too often divides us.
We believe that God created a rich tapestry of diversity to bless humankind with unique gifts. Our shared belief in Christ is not a tool with which to diminish everything that makes us special; rather, it's a launchpad that opens our hearts and minds to a greater understanding of each other. We're building a community based on God's everlasting love, and we'd love to have you join us!
Contact
River Smith
Lutheran Campus Ministry Coordinator,
Muhlenberg Lutheran Church
Things to Know About LCM
MUHLENBERG LUTHERAN CHURCH
That’s the home of LCM! Located at 281 E. Market St., Harrisonburg, we worship together on Sundays at 8:30am and 11:00am, with the 11:00am service live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube. You’re welcome to worship with us and connect with other students and community members. We have a dedicated campus ministry room on the first floor of the church that’s available to you 24/7 as a place to study, relax, and pray.
SUNDAY LCM DINNERS
Join us on Sunday nights at 6 pm for food, faith, and fellowship! We love to eat, and every Sunday during the semesters, dinner is on us! Sometimes we do nothing at these dinners, and with as busy as college life is, that’s ok! Sometimes we do bible studies, worship, service, and other activities to grow closer to one another in faith. Dinners are held in the Campus Room on the lower floor of Muhlenberg Lutheran Church.
WHAT’S A LUTHERAN?
A Lutheran is a person who believes in the love of God made known through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, and empowered by the Holy Spirit we live each day into the grace we have received through God’s abundant love. Faith is a gift, not defined by our works, but in this gift, we find the freedom to live out Christ’s love!
DO I HAVE TO BE A LUTHERAN?
Nope! We welcome all because God welcomes all! We happen to be a Lutheran congregation, but that doesn’t mean you have to be!
IS THIS MINISTRY AFFIRMING OF LGBTQIA+ PEOPLE?
The statement of “All are Welcome” is not a bait and switch. We are a community of faith that practices radical hospitality. We’re not a “love the sinner, hate the sin” kind of campus ministry group. We believe that LGBTQIA+ people are made in the image of God, and reflect the infinite creativity of our creator. Your membership and leadership in this organization is essential to who we are. You are welcome here, and God delights in who you were created to be. To learn more about affirming ministries everywhere and understand more about why we are an affirming Campus Ministry community, we invite you to explore resources from the organization Reconciling Works.
HOW DO I CONNECT?
Simply stop by Muhlenberg for worship or LCM dinner on Sundays, use the form below, or email River, our LCM coordinator, at lcm@muhlenberglutheran.org.
