Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant Celebrates Grand Opening of New Performing Arts Center/Chapel

Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant recently celebrated the grand opening of its
new Performing Arts Center/Chapel, a milestone in the community’s growth and commitment
to enhancing life for older adults.

The event brought together residents, team members, community partners and local leaders
for an afternoon of reflection, inspiration and celebration. Guest speakers included Dr. Calvin
Ball, Howard County Executive, who spoke to the importance of spaces that foster connection,
creativity and community engagement; The Rev. William J. Gohl, Jr., bishop of the Delaware-Maryland Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, who blessed the new space; and Truth Thomas, Howard County Poet Laureate, who read two powerful poems composed
specifically for the celebration to reflect the spirit of LVMG residents, including one dedicated
to his mother.

The PAC/Chapel marks the conclusion of LVMG’s Phase Two Expansion, which includes the
addition of a new independent apartment building, expanded assisted living, new Health Care
Center, a memory care support neighborhood, and a gastro pub—The Artful Dodger.
Spanning more than 17,000 square feet, the PAC/Chapel is designed as a multifunctional
gathering place for worship, performances, celebrations and everyday connection. It also
includes a 34-seat tiered movie theater, an additional community gathering area and a team
member breakroom featuring arcade games and a foosball table.

“The completion of the Performing Arts Center and Chapel is a proud milestone for our
organization and the culmination of our Phase Two Expansion. This space reflects our core
value of community, and our dedication to creating spaces for older adults to continue to
thrive, contribute and be inspired,” said Jeff Branch, Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland
President and CEO.

“This beautiful space is an investment in connection and quality of life for our residents. It will
provide a welcoming place for performances, worship, and cultural programming,” said Howard
County Executive Calvin Ball. “This project also comes at a critical moment. By 2030, one in five
Howard County residents will be age 65 or older. This new addition helps meet a growing
housing need while strengthening social connections and combating isolation.”

Following the formal presentations, guests toured the PAC/Chapel and concluded the
celebration with a reception featuring a variety of dishes prepared by LVMG’s culinary team.

Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant, a community of Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland, is an
accredited, not-for-profit life plan community in Ellicott City, MD serving over 400 residents in 284
homes and apartments, 24 assisted living suites and 16 skilled care beds.

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