Convention theme selected

WINNIPEG – Reflecting the emphasis placed on Bible study and Biblical literacy by Lutheran Church-Canada president, Rev. Dr. Robert Bugbee, the 2011 Synodical Convention in Hamilton, Ontario and the three district conventions in 2012 will take their theme from Psalm 36:9, “In Your light we see light.” The president explained that “only as we read and immerse ourselves in God’s Word—His light—are our lives truly illuminated.” Each district will select its own emphasis based on the overall synodical theme.

The national convention includes a series of Bible studies on the theme led by Rev. Dr. Mike Semmler, president of Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA). This is Dr. Semmler’s first LCC convention and first visit to Ontario. While in Canada earlier this year he expressed a desire for greater interaction between LCC and LCA. “Our relationship with the Australian church is very dear to us,” said President Bugbee. “It is heartwarming that Dr. Semmler will make the long trip to join us for our convention.”

Across Canada, LCC circuits are meeting to elect the 108 voting delegates for the June 3-6 convention. Among issues delegates will consider are resolutions deal with cost-efficient seminary education; how the church handles its heritage and archive collections; and the seminary vicarage program.

“This is a significant gathering for the future of our church,” the president noted. “Therefore, it is even more vital that we spend significant time in God’s Word together and across our Synod.”

This is President Bugbee’s first convention as chairman.

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