Category: Mission News
Our Work in Costa Rica: Rooted in Christ, Growing by Grace
by M.L. Smith Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) began its mission presence in Costa Rica in 2005, recognizing a growing need to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to Central American communities both within and beyond Nicaragua’s borders. The first steps were taken when Rev. Pedro Quintero,…
LCC unveils new International Missions Badge
CANADA – Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) has released a new International Missions Badge, created as a companion to the original design by LCC member Harrison Avery Prozenko. The original LCC badge—featuring Luther’s Rose set within a Canadian maple leaf—was highlighted on the cover of Missouri North: The…
Pan de Vida: Nourishing Bodies and Souls in Nicaragua
by M.L. Smith Pan de Vida: Nourishing Bodies and Souls in Nicaragua In the heart of Nicaragua, a country where economic challenges weigh heavily on many families, hope shines brightly through the Pan de Vida (Bread of Life) Feeding Program. Supported by Lutheran Church–Canada and…
Partnering for Long-Term Ministry in First Nations Communities
CANADA – Expanding outreach to Indigenous Peoples has been identified as a key priority by members of Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC), building on longstanding relationships in First Nations communities across the country. From June 16–17, representatives from LCC, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, Lutheran Association of Missionaries…
Freedom in Christ: Lutheran Prison Ministry in Ukraine
by M.L. Smith “I was in prison and you came to me.” – Matthew 25:36 The Word of God knows no bounds. Behind concrete walls and locked gates, grace is still at work. In Ukraine, pastors of the Synod of Evangelical Lutheran Churches in Ukraine…
B.C. Mission Boat Society holds women’s retreat
QUADRA ISLAND, B.C. – From February 19-21, women from various communities where the B.C. Mission Boat Society (BCMBS) serves, travelled to Camp Homewood on Quadra Island for a retreat focused on God’s hope amid our grief journeys. Jennifer Jade Kerr served as main speaker…