Ministries and Community Outreach
 Glorifying God through
Community Service
At Lutheran Church of the Messiah, we feel passionately that it is our responsibility to serve our greater community. Our commitment to outreach is so strong, in fact, that this is one of the cornerstones of our mission statement: “To glorify God while attending to the needs of the community.”
We provide a spiritual presence in our community through public and private worship, and by witnessing through our very lifestyles. Through faith and love, we support and serve one another to strengthen our homes, our community, and God’s world.
Who We Are, Is God’s Gift to Us
What We Do With It, Is Our Gift to God
There are countless ways you can contribute your time and talent to glorify God through community outreach programs at Messiah. Contact the church office at (404) 373-1682 to get involved today.
Women’s Ministries
Wild Women
Women of all ages are encouraged to participate in social and spiritual events including weekend retreats.
WELCA
Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has a contemporary agenda emphasizing education, service, communication and action.
Church Women United - DeKalb
This is a National Ecumenical movement of Christian women witnessing to the unity of faith in Jesus Christ through worship, study, action and celebration.
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Children’s Ministries
Youth
The youth of our congregation are constantly embarking on new and exciting endeavors.
Children's Cherub Choir
The Children’s Cherub Choir sings at special Sunday Services.
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Ministries of Fellowship
C.L.A.M.'s
Concerned Lutherans at Messiah meet the second Friday of each month for a covered dish lunch and fellowship. This group is primarily made up of retired members.
T.O.M.'s
The Thespians of Messiah is a group of volunteers who are interested in serving through their dramatic skills. They provide dramatic emphasis for Christmas, Lent, Stewardship and other special events. Volunteers who like to act, love to sew, work on scenery or special effects are urged to participate.
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Church Committees
Property Committee
This active and innovative group takes care of the many needs of our physical facility and makes recommendations to the church council for church improvement. Volunteers with skills of any kind, and a desire to serve, are most welcome.
Witness Committee
Through the work of the Witness Committee, we welcome and encourage visitors to become members of our church. This committee is responsible for external communications; coordinating Coffee Hour host/hostess, visitation, transportation service, telephone service, and our Sponsor Program; and awarding our Ed Manget service award.
Worship Committee
The Worship Committee ensures our worship services are conducted following the doctrines established by the Lutheran Church and our own unique interpretation of Christ’s Word. They are responsible for every aspect of the worship service. This busy group coordinates ushers, acolytes and crucifiers, lectors, and tape ministry. They also ensure the services are appropriate for the season.
Learning Committee
This active group is responsible for creating all of the educational programs at Messiah. With guidance from the ELCA, they select curriculum for our children’s and adult programs. They coordinate all aspects of programs including soliciting volunteers to creating the media that will be used during the learning sessions. Volunteers interested in nurturing our faith through education are always welcome.
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Service Ministries
The Service Committee coordinates all outreach ministries, both hands-on and which we support financially. Volunteers and contributions are always welcome. Messiah supports the following local, national and international agencies:
Atlanta Airport Chaplaincy
Atlanta Hunger Walk
Campus Ministry at Georgia Tech and Agnes Scott
Christmas Angle Tree
DCM Transitional Housing
Decatur Cooperative Ministry (DCM)
Decatur Emergency Assistance Ministry (DEAM)
Family Promise of Dekalb County
Hagar’s House
Habitat for Humanity Dekalb
Little Red Wagon (Lutheran World Hunger Appeal)
Lutheran Community Food Ministry at Redeemer
Lutheran Services of Georgia
Lutheran World Relief
Prison Ministry for Women
Refugee Relocation Program
S.O.S. (Sandwiches on Saturday)
Samaritan House
Villa International
Naomi/Rebekah Circle
The Naomi/Rebekah Circle focuses on service projects. They meet the third Thursday of each month at 1:30 pm, at which time they also participate in the S.O.S. (Sandwiches on Saturday) program.
Rose of Sharon Circle
The Rose of Sharon Circle meets at 10:00 am on the 1st and 4th Thursday of each month to participate in the S.O.S. (Sandwiches on Saturday) program. They also host the annual Christmas Open House.
Messiah Quilters
Messiah quilters meet the 4th Wednesday of each month at 9:15 am to make quilts for the homeless.
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Women’s Ministries
