There are plenty of Internet sites to go to for information about news, weather, sports, financials and nearly anything else. But where do you go for matters of church organization and policy, church-oriented community involvement, liturgy, devotions and faith, focused at a congregation or community level? This page contains several links to various Internet websites that should be interesting and useful to Emmanuel's friends and members. Hopefully, you'll find this is a good place to start.

What you see here is just a start. Suggestions for additional sites are always welcome and your involvement in keeping this page relevant and up to date is important. Please contact the website administrator with suggestions for additional links or to notify about dead links.

Sites

Description

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

The official ELCA website. Learn all about the ELCA and access news and current events, worship resources and more. Locate and learn about ELCA congregations anywhere in the country.

"The Lutheran" magazine

On-line version of the "The Lutheran," the magazine of the ELCA.

Virginia Synod, ELCA

One of the 65 Synods of the ELCA, comprised of 165 congregations - including Emmanuel - in unified commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Augsburg Fortress

The official Publishing House of the ELCA. The definitive resource for worship, music, devotional, gift and study needs including a convenient on-line store.

Association of Lutheran Church Musicians (ALCM)

ALCM exists to strengthen the proclamation of the Gospel through music and the practice of worship among all Lutherans, primarily in North America, but also in other parts of the world.

Virginia Lutheran Homes, Inc.

Lutheran retirement living opportunities in Virginia, including Luther Manor in Virginia Beach.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Created by the merger of Aid Association for Lutherans and Lutheran Brotherhood, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is a unique blend of financial savvy and service to members and communities.

Virginia Beach Judeo-Christian Outreach Center

A community based organization that offers citizens of Hampton Roads the opportunity to improve their lives by providing them with shelter, food, clothing, and the opportunity to participate in substance abuse counseling, job training, and GED preparation, with the knowledge that someone cares about their well being.

Lutheran Marriage Encounter

A program of weekend encounters away from daily cares and pressures, for couples in a good marriage who want to make their marriage even better by improving and deepening their couple communication.