Who we are,
Lutheran!
But why?

We are Lutheran — not by habit, but by conviction. Rooted in the Reformation and renewed by grace, we embrace a faith that is both ancient and alive.

VA Synod

WHAT WE BELIEVE

A welcoming, Christ‑centered confession of faith.

Our Foundation: The Triune God

We believe in one God, revealed in three persons:

God the Father, creator of heaven and earth
God the Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior
God the Holy Spirit, who calls, gathers, enlightens, and sustains the Church

This mystery of the Trinity is at the heart of our faith and life together.

Jesus Christ: Our Savior and Lord

We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully human and fully divine. Through His life, death, and resurrection, we receive forgiveness, salvation, and new life. Christ is the center of our worship, our hope, and our mission.

The Holy Spirit: Our Guide and Comforter

We believe the Holy Spirit works through the Word, the Sacraments, and the community of believers to strengthen faith, inspire service, and lead us in God’s ways.

The Bible: God’s Living Word

We believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the inspired Word of God. Through Scripture, God speaks to us — teaching, correcting, comforting, and guiding us in faith.

The Creeds of the Church

We confess the historic creeds of the Christian Church:

The Apostles’ Creed
The Nicene Creed
The Athanasian Creed

These creeds unite us with Christians across time and around the world, grounding us in the core truths of the faith.

The Lutheran Confessions

As a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we affirm the teachings of the Book of Concord, including:

The Augsburg Confession
Luther’s Small and Large Catechisms

These writings help us understand Scripture and guide our life of faith.

The Sacraments

Holy Baptism

In Baptism, God claims us as beloved children, forgives sin, and joins us to the Body of Christ. We baptize infants, children, and adults, trusting God’s promise of grace.

Holy Communion

In Holy Communion, we receive the true body and blood of Jesus Christ, given and shed for us for the forgiveness of sin. All baptized Christians are welcome at the Lord’s Table.

Grace at the Center

Above all, we believe that we are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. This good news frees us to love God and serve our neighbors with joy.

A Welcoming Invitation

Whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or seeking a spiritual home, we welcome you to join us in worship, learning, and service. At Faith Lutheran Church, you will find a community rooted in Christ’s love and guided by God’s grace.