Welcome to  Lutheran Campus Ministries at Saint Mark. We gather, serve and support all students at UVA who need a spiritual space. We are so excited you found us here.

If you want to belong let me know: office@stmarklutheran.com

If you would like to email me: viktoriaparvin@gmail.com.

I am Pastor Viktoria, a Hungarian descend who started out as an international student. It’s not easy to be away from home on campus. If you want to talk or have coffee, I share my phone to call or text. I also run so I am happy to go for a walk or meet up at a local running event.

Our small group of students who gather informally during the week and worship at Saint Mark at 10:15AM. The worship is traditional and Lutheran but we are very open in exploring the scripture, and inviting people to be part of the service and bring their gift of music, singing, prayer and even preaching. We have a dedicated 24/7 student room where you can come and study or meet up as you need.

If you are in need to do nothing but talk, have a group where you honestly can talk about your faith and your student life, if you are hungry and want company to get a bite or a coffee, this is your group.

How is faith looks like on campus and in our everyday? How can we be authentic about who we are? What does Scripture have to say about our lives? If you are questioning your faith or have firm belief or don’t know what to believe, come.

Don’t know if you belong? We are LGBTQIA+ affirming with diverse theology and world view. Diversity is a gift. All invited to communion especially if you are questioning your place. It is a place where no one is turned away.

We also have a Student Food Pantry that offers shelf-stable items. It is located in our student room and is open to all students on Sunday mornings after worship.