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Fourth Sunday of Advent
Today we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ . No matter where we find ourselves this morning -...Read More -
All The Colors of Christmas
We are pleased to share a very special project with you today, that we hope will be useful to you as we enter into these final days of Advent and prepare for the season of Christmas. All The Colors of Christmas is a book that my assistants and I have...Read More -
Ordination Information (Sherry Coman & Jordan Smith)
Watch The Ordination Service The Ordination of Sherry Coman & Jordan Smith will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 2pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Bishop Michael Pryse cordially invites you to gather virtually for the mediated Ordination Worship Service which will be livestreamed on the Eastern Synod Facebook...Read More -
Third Sunday of Advent
Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ . No matter where we find ourselves this morning -...Read More -
Second Sunday of Advent
Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ. No matter where we find ourselves this morning – God...Read More -
Guidelines to Hold Congregational Annual E-Meetings
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has forced congregations to consider alternatives to in person meetings when holding annual and congregational meetings. Whether holding an in person meeting, an electronic meeting, or no meeting at all, this document outlines a number of guidelines and things to consider as congregations plan for those...Read More -
What is BOX? A Resource Introduction
During the very earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly realized the pressing need to share a vast number of resources in the most timely and efficient way possible. In consultation with the National Church, and through their generosity, we started to use a program called 'BOX'. It's been...Read More -
Return to Different
In recent weeks many, but not all, of our Eastern Synod congregations have once again begun to meet for in-person worship. New protocols and procedures have been put in place. It’s felt kind of strange and for those of us who have returned, our experience of going to church feels...Read More -
First Sunday of Advent
Today we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent. Many of us across the Eastern Synod are unable to gather in our usual ways to mark this season of hope-filled anticipation. But we are united, in the one body of Christ. No matter where we find ourselves this morning - God...Read More
Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
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