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.

Visit Muhlenberg’s dedicated campus space on the lower floor of the church where you can join friends, study, and pray.

For years, Muhlenberg has collected donations for the pantry, and we are excited to announce that collections continue on the first Sunday of each month! Bring your donations to the Gathering Area - monetary donations are also appreciated and help the pantry purchase food and perishable items as needed at a reduced price. You can make a check payable to “Muhlenberg Lutheran Church” with “Patchwork Pantry” noted, or you can give online HERE.

Donations of nutritious, non-perishable foods and personal care items are requested. Acceptable items include:

Staples (smaller sizes are best): Canned soups, stew and chili, canned fruit, canned vegetables and beans, mac and cheese box dinners, peanut butter and jelly, breakfast bars, tuna and canned meat, low-sugar cereals

Non-food items: Diapers, toilet paper, bar soap, shampoo, toothpaste

Extra Items often requested: Coffee and tea, sugar and flour (small bags – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags), laundry detergent (dry – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags), small bottles of liquid detergent, paper towels, feminine products, toiletry packages (example: Ziploc bag with wash cloth, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shaving cream and deodorant)

Join Pastor Lauren and Kathy Thompson teach Wednesday at 10:30 am for Bible study via ZOOM. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/200491556

We host a weekly Bible Study on campus at JMU to give students an opportunity to grow closer together as we engage in God’s Word. We love to ask big questions and learn new things about the text, but it’s also a great opportunity to check in on and encourage one another. We'll gather Tuesdays at 6:30 pm for Dinner at D-Hall. (If you don't have a meal plan, don't let that be a barrier! Contact Pastor Alex (zuber@muhlenberglutheran.org), and we'll make sure you have a place at the table.)

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Please note: LCM will no longer meet on Thursday mornings for “Waffles and the Word.”

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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.

Visit Muhlenberg’s dedicated campus space on the lower floor of the church where you can join friends, study, and pray.

Join Pastor Lauren and Kathy Thompson teach Wednesday at 10:30 am for Bible study via ZOOM. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/200491556

We host a weekly Bible Study on campus at JMU to give students an opportunity to grow closer together as we engage in God’s Word. We love to ask big questions and learn new things about the text, but it’s also a great opportunity to check in on and encourage one another. We'll gather Tuesdays at 6:30 pm for Dinner at D-Hall. (If you don't have a meal plan, don't let that be a barrier! Contact Pastor Alex (zuber@muhlenberglutheran.org), and we'll make sure you have a place at the table.)

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Please note: LCM will no longer meet on Thursday mornings for “Waffles and the Word.”

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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.

Visit Muhlenberg’s dedicated campus space on the lower floor of the church where you can join friends, study, and pray.

Join the Harrisonburg commu nity at Turner Pavilion (downtown) for a celebration of faith, fellowship, and God’s creation! Muhlenberg is one of eight congregations coming together for this special event, which will include music, Scripture and reflection, and a celebration of Holy Communion. Children’s Minister Ashley Saunders will lead supervised activities for children. This service will take place of all children and youth Faith Formation classes that day. We will have regular 8:30 and 11:00 am worship at Muhlenberg. You’re welcome to attend worship here AND/OR at the Turner Pavilion!

Join Pastor Lauren and Kathy Thompson teach Wednesday at 10:30 am for Bible study via ZOOM. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/200491556

We host a weekly Bible Study on campus at JMU to give students an opportunity to grow closer together as we engage in God’s Word. We love to ask big questions and learn new things about the text, but it’s also a great opportunity to check in on and encourage one another. We'll gather Tuesdays at 6:30 pm for Dinner at D-Hall. (If you don't have a meal plan, don't let that be a barrier! Contact Pastor Alex (zuber@muhlenberglutheran.org), and we'll make sure you have a place at the table.)

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Please note: LCM will no longer meet on Thursday mornings for “Waffles and the Word.”

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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.

Visit Muhlenberg’s dedicated campus space on the lower floor of the church where you can join friends, study, and pray.

Youth and their families will come together for monthly classes and fellowship to learn more about specific topics on the confirmation journey, and discuss how we live out our lives as disciples across generations. This class will happen on the 1st Sunday of each month from 6:00–8:00pm (unless otherwise noted) with dinner provided. Confirmation students and their parents/guardians are expected to attend this class. The class is also open to anyone in the congregation who would like to learn about the foundations of the Lutheran faith alongside our confirmands and continue the lifelong journey of Affirming our Baptisms! If you are interested in being a part of the confirmation class and/or helping to provide monthly meals, contact Pastor Alex.

Did you know the word “liturgy” means “work of the people”? Worship is not something that the pastor does while people watch — the liturgy is the responsibility of all the people of God! Lay Assisting Ministers (LAMs) are an important part of this shared leadership. 

LAMs assist with setup, distribution and cleanup of communion, lead prayers, and dismiss the congregation. It is a gift to serve God through serving in worship! If you'd like to give it a try, please join Kathy Thompson, Kim Fawley and Pastor Lauren next Sunday, April 12 at 9:45 am in the Sanctuary. If you're interested but can't attend, please contact Pastor Lauren

All are welcome to our monthly men’s group that meets for fellowship and Bible study the first Thursday of each month at Mr. J’s Bagels (1731 S. High St.). For more information, contact Mark Warner (mjwcarpediem@gmail.com) or Dave Barnes (barnesda09@gmail.com).

Join Pastor Lauren and Kathy Thompson teach Wednesday at 10:30 am for Bible study via ZOOM. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/200491556

We host a weekly Bible Study on campus at JMU to give students an opportunity to grow closer together as we engage in God’s Word. We love to ask big questions and learn new things about the text, but it’s also a great opportunity to check in on and encourage one another. We'll gather Tuesdays at 6:30 pm for Dinner at D-Hall. (If you don't have a meal plan, don't let that be a barrier! Contact Pastor Alex (zuber@muhlenberglutheran.org), and we'll make sure you have a place at the table.)

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Please note: LCM will no longer meet on Thursday mornings for “Waffles and the Word.”

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Join us in the Muhlenberg Activities Center (MAC) for an Easter Brunch!  The Fellowship Committee will provide breakfast meats, coffee, juice and tea.  Please bring food to share as suggested below, or feel free to bring your favorite signature dish:

Households with the last name:

A – K     Breakfast Casserole

L – P Fruit

Q – Z     Breakfast Breads

Everyone is welcome, with or without something to share! 

Easter Egg Hunt and Activities ~ 9:45 am

The Children’s Ministry team needs your help. Volunteers are needed to set up for the Easter Egg Hunt after the Easter Vigil. Extra adults will also be needed in the nursery at both services Easter Sunday.  If you are available to help, please contact Ashley Saunders (saunders@muhlenberglutheran.org).

 The Easter Egg Hunt will be inside the MAC Easter Sunday at 9:45 am.  In addition to the hunt, we will play games and enjoy activities for kids of all ages.

For years, Muhlenberg has collected donations for the pantry, and we are excited to announce that collections continue on the first Sunday of each month! Bring your donations to the Gathering Area - monetary donations are also appreciated and help the pantry purchase food and perishable items as needed at a reduced price. You can make a check payable to “Muhlenberg Lutheran Church” with “Patchwork Pantry” noted, or you can give online HERE.

Donations of nutritious, non-perishable foods and personal care items are requested. Acceptable items include:

Staples (smaller sizes are best): Canned soups, stew and chili, canned fruit, canned vegetables and beans, mac and cheese box dinners, peanut butter and jelly, breakfast bars, tuna and canned meat, low-sugar cereals

Non-food items: Diapers, toilet paper, bar soap, shampoo, toothpaste

Extra Items often requested: Coffee and tea, sugar and flour (small bags – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags), laundry detergent (dry – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags), small bottles of liquid detergent, paper towels, feminine products, toiletry packages (example: Ziploc bag with wash cloth, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shaving cream and deodorant)

Easter Sunday - Apr. 5, 8:30 and 11:00am

Christ is our Risen Lord and through him all creation is made new! On Easter Sunday, in word and feast, we celebrate God’s unending love. Join us at 9:45am inside the MAC this Easter Sunday for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. In addition to the hunt and brunch, there will be an opportunity to have a family picture taken and printed, games, and activities for kids of all ages.

The Triduum (The Three Days) is the ancient observance of the mystery of our salvation, which plunges the faithful into the death of Jesus and brings them with him to resurrection life. The Three Days is one liturgy, extending from Thursday evening through the Easter Vigil. You are invited to conform your life to the worship rhythms of the church on these three days:

• Easter Vigil - Sat., Apr. 4, 8:00pm: This is the high point of the church’s year, the night, the very night, the Passover of Christ from death to life. We’ll begin with the lighting of the new fire, process into the Sanctuary as the Scripture comes to life through drama, then gather around the communion table to celebrate the first resurrection meal. Following the service, we’ll extend the celebration of Easter with food and fellowship.

The Triduum (The Three Days) is the ancient observance of the mystery of our salvation, which plunges the faithful into the death of Jesus and brings them with him to resurrection life. The Three Days is one liturgy, extending from Thursday evening through the Easter Vigil. You are invited to conform your life to the worship rhythms of the church on these three days:

• Good Friday - Fri., Apr. 3:

  • 12:00noon - The 39th annual Harrisonburg downtown ecumenical Good Friday prayer walk begins at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.

  • 7:00pm Worship Service, Muhlenberg - We hear the passion of Christ the King, the narrative of Jesus crucified and reigning from the cross.

• Easter Vigil - Sat., Apr. 4, 8:00pm: This is the high point of the church’s year, the night, the very night, the Passover of Christ from death to life. We’ll begin with the lighting of the new fire, process into the Sanctuary as the Scripture comes to life through drama, then gather around the communion table to celebrate the first resurrection meal. Following the service, we’ll extend the celebration of Easter with food and fellowship.

The 39th annual Harrisonburg downtown ecumenical Good Friday prayer walk, based on the Stations of the Cross, begins at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, and ends at St. Stephens United Church of Christ, stopping at a total of 10 downtown churches and public buildings. Led by someone carrying a large cross, the group stops at each station where a member of the Biblical Storytellers Guild will tell a passage from the Gospel of Matthew and a local pastor responds with a prayer. This is a contemplative, communal, and spiritual practice of shared ecumenical worship and witness that has been going on every year in downtown Harrisonburg for four decades. Please join us! The walking route is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. (Pastor Lauren and a number of Muhlenberg members will be praying/ telling.)

The Triduum (The Three Days) is the ancient observance of the mystery of our salvation, which plunges the faithful into the death of Jesus and brings them with him to resurrection life. The Three Days is one liturgy, extending from Thursday evening through the Easter Vigil. You are invited to conform your life to the worship rhythms of the church on these three days:

• Maundy Thursday - Thurs., Apr. 2, 7:00pm: We experience Jesus through his command to love one another.

• Good Friday - Fri., Apr. 3:

  • 12:00noon - The 39th annual Harrisonburg downtown ecumenical Good Friday prayer walk begins at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.

  • 7:00pm Worship Service, Muhlenberg - We hear the passion of Christ the King, the narrative of Jesus crucified and reigning from the cross.

• Easter Vigil - Sat., Apr. 4, 8:00pm: This is the high point of the church’s year, the night, the very night, the Passover of Christ from death to life. We’ll begin with the lighting of the new fire, process into the Sanctuary as the Scripture comes to life through drama, then gather around the communion table to celebrate the first resurrection meal. Following the service, we’ll extend the celebration of Easter with food and fellowship.

We host a weekly Bible Study on campus at JMU to give students an opportunity to grow closer together as we engage in God’s Word. We love to ask big questions and learn new things about the text, but it’s also a great opportunity to check in on and encourage one another during the week. We’ll gather each Thursday morning at 8am in D-Hall for a Bible Study over breakfast.

This 25-minute midweek noon service is typically held the first Wednesday each month. All are welcome, with a special emphasis on including those who have mobility challenges. A light lunch will be provided afterward for a time to share food and fellowship. The Care Committee will coordinate rides to and from the service. Contact Pastor Lauren if you’re interested in giving or receiving a ride or helping with lunch.

Join Pastor Lauren and Kathy Thompson teach Wednesday at 10:30 am for Bible study via ZOOM. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/200491556

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.

Visit Muhlenberg’s dedicated campus space on the lower floor of the church where you can join friends, study, and pray.

Starting Sun., Feb. 15, Children’s Choir and Youth Ensemble rehearsals are beginning again in preparation for Lent IV and Easter Sunday. The Children’s Choir (ages 4 - grade 3), directed by Matthew O. Thomas, will rehearse in the Sanctuary from 12:15-12:45pm, and the Youth Ensemble (grade 3 - 9), directed by Linlin Uta, will rehearse in the Music Room from 12:15-1:10pm. Both groups will share their talents in worship on Lent IV, Mar. 15, and Easter Sunday, Apr. 5.

If you or your child would like to participate in the Children’s Choir, please email Music Minister Matt Thomas at thomas@muhlenberglutheran.org or just show up! To participate in the Youth Ensemble, please email Music Ministry Accompanist Linlin Uta at uta@muhlenberglutheran.org, as it would be helpful for Linlin to know ahead of time who is participating, so she can choose selections specific to those particular instruments/vocalists. Come sing, play and praise!

For other Lent and Easter events and programs at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church click HERE.