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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Organization keeps people in touch with God’s Word
Lutheran Braille Workers-Canada (LBW-C) may have a new motto, but the organization’s mission remains the same. “Helping People Touch the Promises of Jesus” replaces the original “Bringing Christ to Those in Darkness” but LBW-C continues providing access to the Bible and the Lutheran doctrine for…
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