OUR MISSIONS

"When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord, you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my lambs." - John 21:15

Annapolis Evangelical Lutheran Church is committed to serving God's people: locally, nationally and globally. As well as hands-on service, we donate a tithe of our collections to a variety of partners

INTERNATIONAL

THE GOOD NEWS JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY

This Ministry places Christian chaplains in facilities both nationally and internationally to minister to those “who others have forgotten.” Locally, this ministry operates in Carroll, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. We support this ministry as part of our annual tithe.

ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN

Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that shares personal and material resources with needy people in America and around the world. Grain Train volunteers gather donations of clothing, medical supplies, food, Christian literature, and other aid to meet real needs. Our congregation has provided generous financial support to begin to build a distribution center in Millersville, Maryland.

NATIONAL

LCMC & NALC

Annapolis Lutheran is a member of both the North American Lutheran Church and Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ. Our congregation supports both parent organizations in their international ministries.

LOCAL

LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY

The Lutheran Mission Society operates nine Compassion Centers to bring health and wholeness to people through the love and compassion of Jesus Christ. With our “Winnie Wagon”, we collect canned goods and non-perishable food items every Sunday to stock the food bank at the LMS, and other local area food banks. Our members volunteer at the LMS to collect and sort donated clothing, appliances and furniture. At Christmas, we take part in the “Miracle of Christmas” program where we provide food and gifts for over 25 local families.

ANNAPOLIS LIGHTHOUSE SHELTER

The Lighthouse Shelter provides shelter and services to prevent homelessness and empower people as they transition toward employment, housing and self-sufficiency. Members of AELC compile housewarming kits throughout the year.