We celebrate our unity as God’s people.
In Christ “there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female” (Galatians 3:28). Christ has made us one.
As a community of God striving to be inclusive and open to diversity, we, the members of Central Lutheran Church, welcome all people to join us as we struggle to better understand the mysteries of God’s teaching and purposes for us. Although our world can seem to be a place of alienation and brokenness, Christ calls us to reconciliation and wholeness. We are challenged by Christ to care for, to love, to understand and to listen to each other, regardless of our race, age, gender, gender identity, marital status, physical and mental abilities, sexual/affectional orientation, national origin, or economic status. We celebrate the special gifts that each has to bring!
Central Lutheran church is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
Our Values
Inclusivity
We are clear that the Gospel is for all people. We affirm and joyfully welcome people who are gay or lesbian, offering the full life of the church in blessing them, and we gratefully receive the special gifts of all.
Hospitality
We are a church that consistently shows hospitality to the community through our message of welcome, our partnership with Community Lunch on Capitol Hill, and regular hosting of community groups.
Commitment
We are committed to an understanding of the way of Jesus and of the cross that calls us to lives of non-violence and to seek a day of justice for all God’s people.
Diversity
We are enthusiastic in our worship and use diverse liturgical and musical traditions, practicing a commitment to inclusive language both when we speak of people and of God.
Connection
Central Lutheran is a member congregation of The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States. Together, we engage in advocacy on issues of peace, justice and equality. We also support one another as we engage our work places and the larger world in issues of justice.