LCC unveils new Lenten resources for 2026
ONLINE – Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) has released two new resources for the season of Lent in 2026: a Lenten devotional for individual and congregational use, and a print-at-home family devotional calendar. A New Lenten Devotional: Turning and Returning The devotional, Turning and Returning: A Lenten…
Third and fourth panels added to CLTS catechetical baptismal font
ST. CATHARINES, Ont. – Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) has installed the third and fourth panels in its ongoing catechetical baptismal font project, continuing a vision first realized with the font’s consecration in May 2021. Modelled after catechetical fonts in mediaeval England, the project adds…
Mission Begins in Love: Caring for the Flock of Christ
by M.L. Smith “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” —Galatians 6:10 The mission of Christ’s Church is a mission of love—love received, love shared, love sent. From the…
Christ Lutheran Church: A faithful farewell after 60 years of ministry
SARNIA, Ont. – On the afternoon of June 22, 2025, the sanctuary of Christ Lutheran Church was filled with the warmth of memory and the solemnity of farewell. After 60 years of faithful ministry, the congregation gathered with former members, family and friends, and members…
LWMLC anniversary in Middle Lake
MIDDLE LAKE, Sask. – On October 19, 2025, the ladies of Faith Lutheran Church in Middle Lake celebrated LWMLC Sunday and the 60th anniversary of the Ladies Aid at Faith with cake and cupcakes. The Ladies Aid has been serving the congregation and community in…
When reality does not live up to expectations
by Marvin Bublitz Have you ever been excited about something? I mean, really excited? You go over it in your mind. You plan just how things will go. You have it all laid out. Maybe it is the first day of school. Or maybe you’re…