The Canadian Lutheran Posts
New chair for LCC Board of Managers
Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) is pleased to announce Dr. Dieter E. Kays as the new chairman of the Worker Benefits Plan’s Board of Managers. Dr. Kays is the recently retired CEO/President of FaithLife Financial, one of Canada’s largest fraternal insurance companies. “Dr. Kays brings a wealth of executive expertise…
Digging in Israel
Ever wanted to share in the adventures of an archaeologist but never had the chance? Then be sure to check out Rev. Dr. Stephen Chambers’ blog. Dr. Chambers, of Concordia Lutheran Seminary (Edmonton), is taking part in his fourth season of archaeological work in Hippos,…
LBTC announces new director
Lutheran Bible Translators of Canada (LBTC) has announced Rev. Dr. James E. Keller will serve as its new Executive Director. Dr. Keller served six years as an instructor with Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) in St. Catharines teaching practical theology and systematics. In addition to his new…
Communion—With God and one another
by Cam Schnarr When we talk about fellowship in the Church, what do we mean? Do we mean getting to know one another better by spending time together? Is this fellowship? Certainly, spending time together is an important kind of fellowship, but this is not…
Religious liberty being infringed upon: American religious leaders
U.S.A. – Twenty-five leaders of American religious organizations released an open letter on religious freedom June 21, 2012. Entitled “Free Exercise of Religion: Putting Beliefs into Practice,” the letter highlights the leaders’ continuing concerns over new contraceptive regulations introduced by the American government. “As religious leaders…
Remembering Baptism
by Kurt Reinhardt I was 43 days old when it happened. I was held over a small pool in the font. Three times the water was poured over my head. God’s creating word was spoken over me. The Spirit descended. In the name of the Father…