Category: National News
Dorothea Korcok called home to her Lord…
On Saturday, October 24, 2009, the Lord called Dorothea Korcok (nee Chovan) home to Him after a lengthy battle with cancer. Almost 200 people attended the funeral service Thursday, October 29 Grace Lutheran Church, St. Catharines led by Pastor Larry Ritter , Dorothea’s pastor at…
Prepare for Advent
In the coming Advent and Christmas seasons, whether you are encouraging the faithful or reaching out to not-yet-Christians, Lutheran Hour Ministries has resources to help you. Who Would’ve Thought? is aimed outside the church and uses stories, real-life situations, and personal observations to share the…
New Study Bible arrives early
Concordia Publishing House received the hardback edition of The Lutheran Study Bible five weeks earlier than scheduled, with the leather editions expected by the end of September. Pre-ordering sale prices are still available for the Bible, which had been scheduled for release on Reformation Day,…
Nominations open for distinguished award
ST. CATHARINES – Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) is seeking nominations for its highest and most distinguished award. The seminary will present its Delta Chi Medal to a layperson or clergy member whose life or vocation exemplifies service to Christ. Members of Lutheran Church–Canada or…
New hymnal set for press
MONTREAL – The French-language hymnal Liturgies et cantiques luthériens goes to press the week of Reformation Day, October 31. This Lutheran Church–Canada project has spread excitement around the French-speaking Lutheran churches worldwide. The most recent hymnal was printed in 1975 and is no longer available…
“Who are you thanking?” asks a new YouTube video.
WINNIPEG – The popular video sharing site YouTube is once again providing Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) with a platform to help focus a national holiday. A simple 60 second video suggests that since all good gifts come from God, perhaps it’s time to thank Him in…