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Was Tiger Woods' apology sincere?
by Michael Keith Was Tiger Woods’ apology for his indiscretions sincere? His public apology at a press conference generated a lot of discussion and debate. Some argue it was all about trying to fix his public image and repair the damage. Some think he seemed…
One month after Haiti earthquake, Lutheran relief efforts are making a difference
WINNIPEG – Humanitarian relief efforts are well underway in Haiti thanks to mounting donations made by Lutherans from around the world. Since the January 12, magnitude-seven earthquake hammered the small Caribbean nation, killing more than 200,000 people, Lutheran- and Christian-aid agencies have taken the lead…
Olympic event at Bethlehem Lutheran draws award-winning singer
VANCOUVER — An award-winning, Vancouver-based, singer-songwriter will perform at Bethlehem Lutheran at 7 p.m. Friday as part of the church’s 2010 Winter Olympic Celebrations. Laurell Hubbick has released three albums and performed hundreds of concerts across Canada and the United States. In 2001, the popular…
Thailand Lutherans ready for new mission outreach
TAKUAPA, Thailand – A member of Takuapa Sahatay Lutheran Church has donated a tract of land west of the town of Kapong to begin a new Christian outreach to the area. Working with the Thai church leaders, Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) missions has identified the area as a promising…
Saskatchewan congregation adds artwork on Ash Wednesday
Moose Jaw, Sask. -Emmanuel Lutheran Church commissioned local artist David Freeman to do a series of wall hangings in woodwork based on the seasons of the Church Year. The first piece for Lent/Easter was installed on Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. This piece brings out the…
Concordia facing tough times, focuses on responsible stewardship
EDMONTON — A post-secondary institution established by Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) is taking some decisive measures as it faces a mounting deficit and debt load. Dr. Gerald Krispin, president of Concordia University College of Alberta (CUCA), says in an open letter to LCC that the institution…