The Canadian Lutheran Posts
Ukraine’s Lutherans meet in convention
UKRAINE – The Synod of Evangelical Lutheran Churches in Ukraine (SELCU) held its annual convention November 25-26 in Odessa. Lutheran Church–Canada’s (LCC) Executive for Missions and Social Ministry, Rev. Dr. Leonardo Neitzel—along with Rev. Dr. Norman Threinen—was present to convey greetings on behalf of President…
What Child is this?
by Peggy Pedersen At this time of year discussions arise concerning the logistics of the birth in Bethlehem. What was the actual date? Was it a stable or house? What was the nature of the heavenly sign the wise men followed? And there are many…
Latest round in NALC/LCMS/LCC discussions
ST. LOUIS, Missouri – Representatives of the North American Lutheran Church (NALC), The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), and Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) met for the latest round of semi-annual discussions at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis from December 16-17. The theme for this installment of the dialogue…
The Reason for Hope!
by Paul Zabel Why do you celebrate Christmas? Are you sure? The waters of our seasonal celebrations seem to get murkier every year. With “Happy Holidays” being spoken and advocated by some instead of “Merry Christmas,” and with the ever-increasing commercialism of Christmas by our…
Christmas Worship 2013
CANADA – For those traveling during the Christmas season, it can be difficult to find out the times and locations of worship services. For that reason, Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) is listing online the seasonal worship service times for its churches across the country. Visit LCC’s…
Wishing you a “Merry Christmas”
by Thomas Prachar It seems to be happening with more frequency every Christmas: people get upset when they see signs in public places that say “Merry Christmas.” School plays and pageants held at this time of year don’t mention Christmas. Radio stations refuse to carry…