Reformation 500 Upcoming Events

 This October will be the 500th anniversary of the Reformation – a historic event which shaped not only the theological landscape but political, educational and socio-economic life as well.  Cross of Life is joining hands with others to commemorate this important anniversary – don’t miss out on these upcoming events!

Joint Commemorations with St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church

Over the past 50 years, significant ecumenical dialogue has taken place between the world-wide Lutheran Church and the Roman Catholic Church, bringing us to deeper partnership and fellowship in the gospel.  In recognition of our common Christian faith, Cross of Life and St. Andrew will commemorate the Reformation together.

 Joint Prayers of Intercession
During the 6 months leading up to Reformation Sunday, both St. Andrew and Cross of Life
will use common Prayers of Intercession in worship – joining our hearts and minds in prayer,
drawing us closer to God and to these, our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Common Prayer
From Conflict to Communion
St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church
Pastor Terri and Father Dan will jointly lead this worship service, with a short sermon provided by each.
This worship service will replicate the joint prayer service shared by Pope Francis
and leaders from the Lutheran World Federation on October 31, 2016 in Lund Sweden.
Another historic event you won’t want to miss!

Additional Reformation 500 Events

August 20-October 22
Special Reformation Topics for Adult Sunday School
Click here for more information

October 29, 2017
Reformation Sunday Morning
at all services
We will have a festival worship service here at Cross of Life,
complete with special activities for all ages as we learn more about the Reformation.

October 29, 2017
Lutheran Reformation Concert
Held at Christ the King Lutheran in Peachtree Corners on Reformation Sunday afternoon,
this concert will have a joint choir from multiple congregations,
will include congregational singing and prayer and will be followed by a dessert reception.
It is sponsored by the ELCA congregations in North Metro Atlanta.  Watch for more details!

Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Joint Worship with the ELCA Southeastern Synod
and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta
Presiding over this worship service will be Bishop Julian Gordy of our Southeastern Synod
and the Most Rev. Wilton Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta.  Details will follow.