Greetings
The Community of St. Dysmas is a Lutheran congregation within the Maryland correctional system, operating independently of the state government. The congregation is a member of the Delaware-Maryland Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, (ELCA) and Prison Congregations of America.
What we are about
- On the corporate level, this is a ministry to the incarcerated.
- On the personal level, this ministry is about transformation.
Through the Spirit, we are about helping each other (inmates and volunteers) change, grow, and become more of who God wants us to become.
The congregation has a speakers’ bureau of former members, council members, and the pastor, who are available to speak before church or community groups or at worship services.
Sharing Our Work
We love to share the stories and vision of the Community of St. Dysmas with other congregations, committees, and teams! Pastor Lundgren is available for Sunday morning preaching, and others are willing to come and share their experiences as well. A St. Dysmas representative can come speak with your youth group, social ministry team, or other group.