Category: East Region News

September 19, 2019

Guinness World Records 2020 features LCC pastor

CANADA – The 2020 edition of Guinness World Records is out now, and one of those featured prominently is Lutheran Church–Canada’s own Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast. Dr. Fast was one of the record-holders present during a Canadian launch of the book in Toronto on September…

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August 23, 2019

K-W Lutheran School Society becomes K-W Foundation for Lutheran Education

KITCHENER, Ontario – The K-W Lutheran School Society has now become the K-W Foundation for Lutheran Education. Following the closure of Christ Lutheran School in Kitchener, the society’s Letters Patent became out of date. Members later applied for revised Supplementary Letters Patent. That application has…

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August 17, 2019

First meeting of East Region Mission and Ministry Council

WATERLOO, Ont. – On March 29, 2019, the East RMMC met for the first time, hosted by Redeemer Lutheran Church, Waterloo. The opening devotion was led by Redeemer’s pastor, Rev. Joel Kuhl, with Regional Pastor Marvin Bublitz preaching. A delicious pork and sauerkraut lunch was…

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August 15, 2019

Lutheran Foundation announces new Gift Coordinator

EAST REGION – Lutheran Foundation Canada has announced that James Krestick will join the organization as their newest Gift Coordinator, serving congregations within the East Region of Lutheran Church–Canada. “James has expressed his excitement regarding this new opportunity, and we look forward to him working…

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August 14, 2019

“I give thanks to God” – London pastor continues to serve despite health challenges

LONDON, Ont. – Rev. Kenneth Voege, pastor of Our Saviour Lutheran Church, has had to endure many surgeries over many years. And yet, despite these challenges, he continues to serve his congregation faithfully. Six years ago, Rev. Voege had his first hip replacement surgery after…

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August 8, 2019

2019 convention for LWMLC’s Ontario District

WATERLOO, Ont. – From June 6-8, 2019, the Ontario District of Lutheran Women’s Missionary League-Canada met at the Delta Hotel in Waterloo with the theme “Rejoice, Be Glad.” The convention opened with a Divine Service with Holy Communion with Rev. Marvin Bublitz as preacher. During…

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