Christ the Servant Lutheran Church

In 1974, a seed of faith was planted in Reston, Virginia. This seed blossomed into Christ the Servant Lutheran Church. The church wasn’t built overnight. It started as a mission of the Lutheran Church in America. The official charter arrived on November 1, 1975, with 117 baptized members forming the core of this new community. The Christ the Servant Lutheran Church building you see today wasn’t dedicated until September 1984. Think of the years of planning and work that went into creating this space. The church underwent major renovations in 2017, ensuring it remains a vibrant hub for the community. Christ the Servant Lutheran Church is more than just a building. It’s part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and belongs to the Metropolitan Washington D.C. Synod. For 50 years, Christ the Servant Lutheran Church has been a cornerstone of the Reston community, specifically within Hunters Woods Plaza. It shares a close relationship with its neighbors. The church supports the Fellowship House next door and shares a wall with the Reston Community Center. The congregation’s passion extends beyond its walls. They advocate for those on the margins and strive to care for everyone, regardless of their background. Their mission is simple yet profound: Love God, Love People, and Make Disciples. Christ the Servant Lutheran Church embodies the belief that every church shares this same mission, rooted in scripture. Their vision is to create a place where everyone feels they belong. They foster this sense of belonging through worship, service, and encouraging members to live out their faith. The church acknowledges that only God is perfect. They strive to create a community that reflects God’s kingdom. A place where everyone is welcome and treated with love and equity. The church also sees itself as a “witness to the resurrection.” It believes the church is not an institution but a movement inspired by the spirit of Christ. This movement embodies God’s redemptive activity. The church’s core belief revolves around the Triune God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They believe God loves all creation. They believe Jesus Christ transforms lives through his death and resurrection. They trust in the Holy Spirit’s active presence in the world. They believe all creation is saved through God’s grace, not through human actions.