Category: National News

September 29, 2010

Convention theme selected

WINNIPEG – Reflecting the emphasis placed on Bible study and Biblical literacy by Lutheran Church-Canada president, Rev. Dr. Robert Bugbee, the 2011 Synodical Convention in Hamilton, Ontario and the three district conventions in 2012 will take their theme from Psalm 36:9, “In Your light we…

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September 28, 2010

What do Lutherans believe, anyway?

Class is in session with Lutheranism 101 Whether you’re a lifelong Lutheran, a newcomer to the faith, or someone interested in learning what Lutherans believe, Lutheranism 101, a new book from Concordia Publishing House, explains what Lutherans believe, teach and confess. With a popular and…

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September 24, 2010

Is Jesus the Lord of your time?

While the prices of precious metals skyrocket, another rare commodity also faces pressure—our time. Our lives are often scheduled to squeeze the most out of every day and that attitude can lead to reduced time for our spiritual life and health. In a two-part online…

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September 17, 2010

June conference focuses on intercultural congregations

WINNIPEG – In 2008, Canada welcomed almost 250,000 immigrants with almost 80 percent arriving from Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Pacific regions, and Central and South America. At the same time, Canada’s First Nations population increased at more than eight times the non-aboriginal rate…

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September 17, 2010

Partner church leaders seeks greater communication with LCC

WINNIPEG – During a two-day visit to Winnipeg July 8 and 9, Rev. Dr. Michael Semmler, president of Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA) stressed the importance and special nature of the relationship the Australian church shares with Lutheran Church–Canada. LCC is the only other Lutheran…

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September 16, 2010

Government extends match deadline for Pakistan

The federal government announced it is extending the timeframe for matching donations to flood relief in Pakistan to October 3. Millions of people still remain homeless as a result of flooding which covered approximately one-fifth of the country. Canadian Lutheran World Relief is working through…

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