Category: East Region News
A long-awaited homecoming for refugees
by Jennifer Ardon WINDSOR, Ontario – Nyaboth and Choudier were only children when they left their home in Akobo, in what is now the Republic of South Sudan. Nyaboth was eight years old and Choudier was seven when they were forced to flee in October…
New sign highlights Reformation anniversary
DESBORO, Ontario – The Reformation 500 kick-off event on January 8, 2017 at Faith Luther Church in Desboro revealed a significant addition—Lutheran Church–Canada’s Reformation logo—to Faith’s church sign. It also featured the appearance of a special guest: Martin Luther (portrayed by Eric Weatherall) spoke about…
Luther 2017: In the Beginning was the Word / Au commencement était la parole
MONTREAL – The Canadian Bible Society of Montreal in collaboration with Lutheran Church–Canada presents a series of Reformation themed events. Throughout the year, talks will include: February 16, 2017 – David Somers: Luther and Biblical Translation May 18, 2017 – Jonathan Widell: Education June 15,…
Light in the Darkness
by Paul Zabel I was born and grew up in Detroit, Michigan. During my “formative years” my family attended and were members of Holy Cross Lutheran Church located at Grand River and Whitcomb on what is known as the West side of Detroit. I and…
Former LCC Board Chairman called home
WINDSOR, Ontario – Frank Campbell Johnson was called home to be with his Lord on November 27, 2016. Johnson served as Lutheran Church–Canada’s Chairman of the Board of Directors from 1999-2002, having first been elected to the board in 1996. He also served the church…
CLTS welcomes new professors
ST. CATHARINES – Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) has announced that Rev. Esko Murto and Rev. Dr. Harold Ristau have both accepted calls to serve as professors of theology. Rev. Esko Murto, STM, has been called to serve as Assistant Professor of Theology with a…
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