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Luther 2017: In the Beginning was the Word / Au commencement était la parole
MONTREAL – The Canadian Bible Society of Montreal in collaboration with Lutheran Church–Canada presents a series of Reformation themed events. Throughout the year, talks will include: February 16, 2017 – David Somers: Luther and Biblical Translation May 18, 2017 – Jonathan Widell: Education June 15,…
Is seminary for you?
CATHARINES, Ontario – Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) is inviting all those considering pursuing theological education to visit them at a series of seminary-experience events this spring. “Have you ever thought about becoming a pastor—or has someone told you you should think about it?” promotional…
CLS seeks Partners for Give25 program
EDMONTON – Every year, 55% of Concordia Lutheran Seminary’s operating budget comes from donations. In an effort to make it easier for donors to make small recurring gifts, the seminary has launched the give25 campaign. Through the give25 campaign, CLS is seeking $25 a month…
Third edition of French hymnal released
CANADA – Lutheran Church–Canada’s French hymnal, Liturgies et cantiques luthériens (LCL), third edition was published in November 2016, with the hymnal now surpassing 10,000 copies printed. The third edition includes minor textual corrections and some updated hymn translations. Thanks to a generous donor, 2,000 copies…
Reformation 2017: Praying for Christian Unity
WORLD – Christians around the world are recognizing the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which takes this year from January 18-25. The call for Christian unity takes on renewed significance in 2017, as this year marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Lutherans…
500 Years of Reformation – Conference in Edmonton
EDMONTON – The Canadian Centre for Scholarship and the Christian Faith is encouraging people to sign up soon for their sixth annual conference—“500 Years of Reformation.” The conference will take place March 24-25 at Concordia University of Edmonton. Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb, one of the…