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What do people say about the Church?
by Leonardo Neitzel Since 2007 Lutheran Church–Canada has conducted an online survey which brings to light important findings for our congregations, members and church leaders. The survey link is on www.whatyoubelieve.ca and asks readers to “Take a survey about church.” Almost 1600 people have taken…
We value people
by David Bode Do you remember the children’s rhyme about the church? “Here is the church; here is the steeple. Open the doors, and see all the people!” It’s a simple testimony to what the church is: the communion of saints. The church is not…
Weekly call to prayer now online
by Marion Hollinger Lutheran women across North America have a special opportunity to pray together every Monday at noon. The practice is the only surviving activity established by the now-disbanded Lutheran Women’s Co-operating Committee. Until a few years ago women from four auxiliaries—Lutheran Women’s Missionary League–Canada…
New academic year begins for LCC seminaries
Special services marked the opening of the academic year for Lutheran Church–Canada’s seminaries in early September. In Edmonton on Saturday, September 10, Concordia Lutheran Church in the city’s Millwoods area hosted Concordia Lutheran Seminary (CLS) as the institution began its 27th year and celebrated Founder’s…
What makes Canadians happy?
by Ken Maher What would make you happy? A little more money? That shiny new gadget you’ve been wanting? More time away? Better health? There’s no end to the number of things promising a happier life, but none of them ever seems to live up…
Intensive study for future pastors
For the first time, students enrolled in Lutheran Church–Canada’s Pastors with Alternate Training (PAT) program have gathered for one week of intensive study in Winnipeg. Fifteen students, mentors and instructors began meeting Friday, September 16 and will conclude Thursday, September 22. By the end of the ten sessions,…