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Virtual Camino de Santiago Walk
In this time of Covid-19 virus restrictions and lockdowns, where religious and social gatherings have been curtailed or cancelled, it has been difficult for churches to maintain a “sense of community” that is so important to the well-being of parishioners and those they serve. At St. John’s Lutheran Church in Petawawa,...Read More -
Luther Board Appoints Rev. Dr. Kristine Lund As New Principal-Dean
Dear Friends, I am absolutely delighted to announce that The Rev. Dr. Kristine Lund has been chosen to lead Martin Luther University College as our Principal-Dean; the first ever woman to serve in this position! While fulfilling this role in an interim capacity for the past year, she has shown herself...Read More -
Worship Resources for Holy Week & Easter
Friends in Christ, Once again, the Task Force for the Resumption of In-Person Worship has been collaborating with worship leaders across the Eastern Synod to develop resources to support your ministry during Holy Week and the Season of Easter. Today, we are pleased to share another robust collection with you! Worship Resources...Read More -
Pandemic Anniversary – Prayer for Home Use
The following resources has been adapted by Rev. Eric Dyck, St. John's Montreal, as a resource to guide our time of fasting and prayer on Thursday, March 11, 2021. Pandemic Anniversary - PrayersDownloadRead More -
1492 Land Back Lane
Many of us are aware of the occupation by Haudenosaunee land defenders at 1492 Land Back Lane at Caledonia, Ontario. People living on or near the Haldimand Tract are encouraged to become informed about the history and the issues. These are complex, but researching this story with care can help...Read More -
Thursdays in Black
Dear members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, We write to you today out of ongoing concern for domestic violence in our country and within our church. Especially troubling is the recent rise in domestic violence. The realities of the COVID-19 pandemic have made those living in difficult and...Read More -
What Has COVID-19 Taught Us?
You are invited to attend the following Zoom event: What has COVID-19 taught us about the determinants of health for First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and how are we called to respond? Date: Saturday March 27, 2021 Time: 10:00 – 11:45 am EDT In this event we explore our...Read More -
Eastern Synod & Luther Celebrate Major Gift
The Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and Martin Luther University College (Luther) are pleased to announce the gift of a Synod-owned, century old home in Waterloo, Ont., to Luther. “We are deeply grateful to the Synod for this generous gift,” said Rev. Dr. Kristine Lund, the...Read More -
The View From Here
The View From Here: Songs and stories of Black resilience, triumph and innovation. Description Multidisciplinary artist Andrew Craig presents a program of music and stories chronicling the past, present and future of the Black experience in Canada. Followed by Q&A. For artist details, visit www.culchahworks.ca Presented by: Martin Luther University College The Eastern Synod of the Evangelical...Read More -
Luther League Legacy Fund (LLLF)
Have you heard of the LLLF? This is an Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) grant and bursary program. These bursaries are awarded to help support young leaders within the church and the world and also those who are providing leadership opportunities for youth and young adults. Deadlines for application are March...Read More
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