Category: West Region News
In the aftermath
by Don Schiemann Natural disasters: on a global scale, they occur with considerable frequency. When they intersect with populated areas, they become human tragedies. The Bible records numerous natural disasters. Genesis 7-9 tells of the great flood which covered the whole earth. Almost every civilization,…
Support flood relief in Southern Alberta
Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) is calling on its members to provide funds to assist victims of the flooding in Southern Alberta. Funds received will primarily be used to support local congregational programs that provide emergency services for those most in need. Funds will also be used…
Report from LCC district office on southern Alberta flooding
(Ongoing updates at http://www.lccabc.ca/blog/2013/06/21/alberta-flooding/) by Rev. Don Schiemann No doubt we have all seen video footage and news reports of the extreme flooding which has taken place in Calgary and the surrounding areas. As of Friday morning, 25 communities in the City of Calgary have…
LCC writer releases book of poetry
VICTORIA, B.C. – Author Peggy Pedersen’s first poetry book—entitled A Lamb within the Fold—was released earlier this year and is now available for purchase. Peggy is a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Victoria, and a frequent contributor to The Canadian Lutheran magazine both in…
Concordia announces upcoming concerts
EDMONTON – Concordia University College of Alberta is setting the stage for a number of musical events over the coming weeks. This Thursday (April 12 at 7:00 p.m.) in Concordia Seminary Chapel is “All Things Bright and Beautiful.” The concert features Bella Voce Women’s Choir…
Resurrection hope
by Don Schiemann In spring of 2010, I was in Prince George, BC. I preached at our church in the morning and led the congregation through a call meeting in the afternoon. Then I headed off to the airport to catch my flight home—a WestJet…