The ecumenical
communities of the Lutheran, Anglican, Roman Catholic and United
Methodist churches will gather at Holy Apostles, Virginia Beach, (1593
Lynnhaven Parkway) on Monday, June 30, at 7 p.m. to celebrate ecumenical
progress in the area. Speaker will be Dr. Mitzi Budde, Professor,
Virginia Theological Seminary. Dr. Budde completed her Doctor of
Ministry in Ecumenism and Reconciliation at Wesley Theological Seminary
where she focused on ecumenical formation in denominational theological
seminaries. Dr. Budde also earned a M.A. in Religion from Lutheran
Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina. She has
written journal articles on ecumenical topics for "Ecumenical Trends"
and "Congregations". Professor Budde currently serves as Lutheran
co-chair for the Lutheran-Episcopal Coordinating Committee and as
co-chair and ELCA representative to the National Council of Church's
Faith Order "Unity in Mission" study group.
All are welcome and refreshments will be provided. Call 757-427-9434 for more information.
