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Task Force: Resumption of In-Person Worship
In a recent letter to the clergy, members and partners of our synod, Bishop Michael Pryse wrote, “For almost three months now we have been physically distancing from one another for the love of our neighbour. That same motivation needs to be paramount as we plan for the future. I...Read More -
Letter from Bishop Pryse regarding the reopening of our congregations
Dear Colleague and Partners, Grace and peace be with you! In the most recent series of meetings that I have convened with the rostered ministers of our synod, we have discussed potential scenarios by which in-person worship might begin in our churches as provincial restrictions begin to be lifted. Many...Read More -
Summer Sermon Series
Bishop Susan Johnson ELCIC Synod Bishops and Assistants to the Bishops have committed to preparing sermons for congregational use through the summer: June 14 to September 13. The sermons will be provided in both PDF and video format. Details on how to access the sermons will be shared shortly! If...Read More -
Women of Faith Fund
The Women of Faith Fund (WOFF) will not be receiving applications for the current year (2020) due to our unprecedented pandemic situation. The WOFF will receive grant applications for the final year of the fund until May 1, 2021. Please visit the elcic.ca website for funding guidelines and application forms.Read More -
Generous Giving Practicum 2020 POSTPONED
Because of the continuing uncertainty about the resumption of large gatherings, we have decided to postpone the event. We have booked space at Geneva Park and plan to offer the practicum on October 12-14, 2021. Most of our presenters have already agreed to participate in the re-scheduled event. We chose to look...Read More -
Letter to Congregations Inviting Communication with Members of Parliament in Support of the Charitable Sector
Dear Friends and Colleagues: Bishops and treasurers of the ELCIC’s synods and national church have written to The Hon. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development, to encourage action by the Canadian government to sustain the charitable sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are attaching copies of the ELCIC...Read More -
Eastern Synod Council Calls New Assistants to the Bishop
On Thursday April 23, 2020 the Eastern Synod Council issued calls to the Rev. Christie Morrow and the Rev. Adam Snook to serve as Assistants to the Bishop of the Eastern Synod. Pastor Morrow will be serving the synod on a 50% basis with primary responsibilities in the areas of...Read More -
Camp Lutherlyn Update
The days are getting warmer. The sun is out more frequently. Seedlings are growing. It’s almost summer! And yet, we are in an extraordinary time. The other day I saw a sign in someone’s window and it said:I have hope • Because the trees are still standing tall• Because the...Read More -
For The Love Of Creation – An Ecumenical Initiative For Climate Justice
As churches in full communion, we share a deep concern for the care of creation and for addressing the climate crisis. We are now delighted to partner with other churches and faith-based organizations to mobilize Canada-wide education, reflection, action and advocacy for climate justice, under the banner For the Love...Read More -
Trinity Village Needs Help
On April 14th Trinity Village Care Centre was declared on outbreak due to Covid-19. Like many other long-term care homes, we are faced with the difficult task of managing resident care, distressed families, and scared staff. We had several staff leave due to fear, choosing another workplace under the 1...Read More
Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
Member church of the Lutheran World Federation