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2021
October
Anglicans, Lutherans to meet for Assembly in 2022
Lutheran, Anglican Bishops write to the Prime Minister about the climate crisis
September
Telling and Teaching the Truth: The Churchs Obligation to Education about the Ongoing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery
Orange Shirt Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - a day of quiet reflection, learning and participating in a community event
Lutheran, Anglican leaders write to members in advance of upcoming Federal election
August
ELCIC Members Encouraged to Respond with Prayers, Financial Support Following Devastating Earthquake in Haiti
July
Conferral of the Companion of the Worship Arts
June
A letter to the church in advance of Canada Day 2021 encouraging reflection
Supporting Bill C-15, a critical step toward reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
A Renewed Call to Reconciliation
May
Supporting our partners in Jerusalem and the Holy Land; a letter from Anglican, Lutheran leaders
2021 Summer Sermon Series
April
Emergency Appeal to assist with the COVID-19 crisis in India
A joint Earth Day message from Lutheran, Anglican leaders
March
An Open Letter to Members of the Senate on Ending Modern Slavery
Statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
National, Synod Bishops write to the church to express their ongoing concern for domestic violence
February
Updated information on the CLAY 2021 gathering
Luther League Legacy Fund Accepting Applications Until March 1, 2021
January
Lutheran, Anglican leaders encourage observing World Interfaith Harmony Week
2020
December
2020 Christmas Message
End of Year Giving
Stronger Together 2020: Youth Ministry During a Pandemic
November
Ecumenical partners offer Advent message
Lutheran, Anglican leaders lift up National Housing Day
Bishop Ron Mayan, former bishop of the Synod of Alberta and the Territories, dies
Congregations go online for the ELCIC Living our Faith - Bible Book Club
October
Lutheran, Anglican leaders express deep concern for the violent situation unfolding in regard to Mi'kmaw fishing in Nova Scotia
Reformation Day 2020
Supporting students at schools of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land
September
2020-21 ELCIC Canadian Church Bulletins
August
CLAY 2021 Update
ELCIC members encouraged to respond with prayers, financial support following devastation in Lebanon; donations made before August 24 will be matched
July
World Day Against Human Trafficking in Persons, July 30
June
Season of Creation devotions offered by four heads of communion
A letter from Anglican, Lutheran leaders for National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21, 2020
2020 Companions of the Worship Arts Recipients Announced
Summer Sermon Series 2020
National, Synod Bishops acknowledge racisim "within us and within our communities"
Church leaders acknowledge the racism in their midst
May
A sermon from Bishop Susan for May 17
A Thank You from National Bishop Susan Johnson
Supporting the Matching Donations Distribution Model
A public letter on guaranteed basic income
April
For the love of creation - an ecumenical initiative for climate justice
CLAY gathering postponed to 2021
A special children's message for Sunday, April 19
Unconventional outreach through Holy Week
Supporting your congregation during COVID-19 closures
A different kind of Palm Sunday
2020 Easter Message
Palm Sunday message from our National Bishop
Lutherans find new ways to serve community in the midst of COVID-19
A letter to the church as we look towards Holy Week
March
An Announcement on the 2020 National Worship Conference
COVID-19 physical distancing strategies bring about new ways to come together as community
Call for Churches to Do More to Address Anti-Black Racism
ELCIC National Office update
March 16 letter on COVID-19 and communities of the ELCIC
An update from ELCIC National and Synod Bishops on COVID-19 and communities of the ELCIC
A pastoral letter concerning coronavirus (COVID-19) and communities of the ELCIC
February
ELCIC National Bishop encourages members to review Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Letter to PM expresses concern for "Peace to Prosperity" plan presented by the United States administration
January
Seeking a Common Word Launches Joint Canadian-Muslim Dialogue Initiative
Tuesday, January 28: Seeking a Common Word
Ruth Jensen, former Executive Director of Canadian Lutheran World Relief, dies
2019
December
A Christmas Message from Lutheran, Anglican Leaders
October
Order your ELCIC Annual Reports
Has your congregation held a 2019 ELCIC Praise Appeal Sunday?
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2020
September
National Lutheran and Anglican leaders invite reflection, prayers and conversation as Canadians prepare for federal election
A call for prayers as first list of known names of children who did not return home from Residential schools is released
Call for prayers following devastation of Hurricane Dorian
July
2019 ELCIC National Convention comes to a close in Regina, Saskatchewan
Service, mission, theology and unity are foundational, says LWF General Secretary
Delegates pass recommendations from the Joint Anglican Lutheran Commission
Becoming greening faith communities
Delegates to convention approve Reimagining our church: Public Ministry in the ELCIC
Reconciliation with Creation; National Convention presenters challenge delegates to reflect on personal choices and responsibilities
The Call to Journey Faithfully with those who are Dying
Convention font echos land and utilize naturally grown, locally sourced materials
2019 ELCIC In Mission for Others Leadership Award Recipient Announced
Opening worship highlights
ELCIC National Convention to Meet at the University of Regina
Church Leaders Pledge Solidarity in Prayer and Action
June
A Call to Discipleship; an invitation from the leaders of the ELCIC, ACC, TEC and ELCA
Marlin Aadland, first Bishop of the BC Synod, dies
May
Jerusalem and the Holy Land Sunday
March
ELCIC members encouraged to respond through prayers and financial support following the devastation of Cyclone Idai
Standing with our Muslim neighbours
New Eternity for Today App launched
February
Call for images for ELCIC Worship Bulletin Covers
Fulfilling the promise to create a Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise
January
Statement of Support for Indigenous Rights and Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples
Daily Devotions for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - 2019
New Epiphany Devotional Series
2018
December
Office Hours at Christmas
October
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
September
A letter from the National Bishop: We commit to upholding the dignity of all people.
August
Lutheran, Anglican youth from across Canada gather in Thunder Bay
A Shared Ministry experience like no other
July
Convention font echo land and utilize naturally grown, locally sourced materials
June
A letter to the church on World Refugee Day 2018
May
Companions of the Worship Arts announced for 2018
April
Canadian Lutheran, Anglican Leaders offer message for Earth Day
With hearts for Humboldt
February
Lent Devotions offered by heads of Episcopal Church, Anglican Church of Canada, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
January
World Interfaith Harmony Week February 1-7, 2018
2018 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
2017
December
Flat Luther - A study in member engagement at Sherwood Park Lutheran
November
Canadian Lutheran, Anglican leaders lift up National Housing Day; call for reflection, care for our neighbours and prayer
Interview with Don Storch, recipient of the 2017 ELCIC In Mission for Others Leadership Award
October
Live on Reformation Day
Upcoming Reformation service highlights busy year for Montreal Ministry Area
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: October 17
September
Congregational initiative lifts up Season of Creation
August
2018 Companion of the Worship Arts Call for Nominations
July
ELCIC Annual Report now available
Blessing of seeds and trees
Convention closes with a message of liberation
Convention delegates challenged to offer safe spaces in their communities; be engaged in the 94 calls to action of the TRC
ELCIC commemorates 500th anniversary; National Reformation Commemoration worship service ecumenical and outward looking
Opening Worship Highlights
Convention keynote addresses theme and subthemes
Report of the National Bishop to Convention forward looking
June
Planting a legacy for future generations
ELCICs first In Mission for Others Leadership Award recipient announced
ELCIC National Bishop joins with Canadian faith leaders in a call to action to address famine crisis
May
Congregational questionnaire inspires commitments
ELCIC members encouraged to support Stop Famine Together appeal
Creative Commemoration
Montreal Lutheran congregations commemorate Reformation anniversary with several major events
April
From pine cones to planting trees
Lutheran, Anglican leaders issue Earth Day message
Niagara Ministry Area participates in year-long Reformation Challenge project
An Easter message from ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson
March
A call for prayers, solidarity following attacks on Jewish community centres, synagogues and cemeteries in Canada
Remember the Refugees and Migrants; Lutheran, Anglican Leaders issue joint Ash Wednesday message
February
Ministry Areas Hold Joint Worship Services in Honour of the Reformation Challenge
MNO Synod Congregation strives to get involved in all four areas of the ELCIC Reformation Challenge
A message from ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson and ACC Primate Fred Hiltz
January
A call for prayers, solidarity following attack at Quebec City mosque
From 20 books to 2 scholarships
St. Matthew's, Hanover, Ontario sets goals to engage in ELCIC Reformation Challenge
2016
December
ELCIC congregation makes Reformation Challenge a missional priority
Brockton Area Refugee Team engages wider community to reach sponsorship goals
November
Congregation, community come together In Mission for Others
ELCIC members, congregations sponsor over 500 refugees
National Housing Day 2016: A call to prayer
Orders of Ministry Study Guide
Sunday School class inspired by ELCIC Reformation Challenge
October
Lutheran, Anglican leaders reflect on Reformation anniversary; prepare series of Advent devotions
Joint Ecumenical Commemoration of the Reformation in Lund
ELCIC, CCCB release joint material to commemorate 500th anniversary of the Reformation
Bells for Aleppo
August
Gathering brings together almost 1,000 Lutheran, Anglican youth
July
Lutherans, Anglicans name 2016 Companion of the Worship Arts recipients
May
10 Reasons to Attend This Year's Worship Conference
SPECIAL APPEAL: Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief
ELCIC Annual Report Now Available
April
Day of Prayer for Jerusalem and the Holy Land
Joint Anglican-Lutheran youth gathering sells-out
An Earth Day message from Lutheran, Anglican leaders
March
Churches respond to Call to Action #48
ELCIC responds to Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call to Action #48
Highlights from the March 2016 National Church Council Meeting
Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth gathering 2016 registration begins
February
National staff welcome Syrian refugee family to Canada
2015
December
A Christmas Message from National Bishop Susan Johnson and Archbishop Fred Hiltz
November
ELCIC National Office partners with CLWR and LCC to sponsor a Syrian refugee family
ELCIC National Bishop encourages participation in 2016 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
ELCIC National Bishop invites prayers leading up to COP21 meetings; encourages participation in Prayers for Paris
Lutheran, Anglican leaders write to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
October
ELCIC National Bishop encourages members to challenge intolerance and respect the dignity of every human being
September
Open letter from Anglican, Lutheran leaders addresses situation in Pikangikum
Appeal issued to assist with Syrian refugee relief
July
Lutherans look outward as national convention ends
ELCIC convention endorses Welcoming the Stranger, climate justice
Reconciliation is about change: TRC Commissioner addresses Lutheran convention
Convention Bible study links Reformation to liberation
National Bishop Susan Johnson re-elected to third term
National Bishop report highlights church in mission for others
ELCIC 15th Biennial National Convention commences
June
Convention sermon now online
Lutheran, Anglican leaders write to Prime Minister Harper and President Obama; call for review of the Columbia River Treaty
May
Vital and Healthy Parishes consultation builds on gains in second year
National Bishop invites church into prayer for Truth and Reconciliation Commission's closing events
Lutherans, Anglicans to meet in Joint Assembly in 2019
Day of Prayer for Jerusalem and the Holy Land
April
Appeal issued to assist with relief efforts in Nepal
Deadline for Women of Faith Fund Grant Applications is May 1
A Day of Prayer for Vocations to Rostered Ministry
Lutheran, Anglican leaders share Earth Day statement
Justice Tour 2015
ELCIC National Bishop urges Prime Minister to address the issue of sexual exploitation
March
Canada Lutheran wants to hear from you!
ELCIC Praise Appeal - Resources now available
February
February 22 is Diaconal Sunday
Feb 15-22 is Scout-Guide Week
January
Bible study brings scripture alive for Lent
2014
December
Former Synod Bishop named to ELCA position
Peace on Earth: A Christmas Greeting
November
Our Solemn Promise ; Lutherans, Anglicans called to public reciting of the promise to never commit, condone, or remain silent about violence against women .
Lutherans, Anglicans called to lift up National Housing Day: November 22
Lutheran, Anglican leaders offer Advent resource
September
ELCIC members invited to join in prayers of solidarity for churches and communities affected by the Ebola crisis
A Pastoral Message On Climate Change
ELCIC National Bishop encourages members and congregations to make time for intentional prayer, reflection and action for climate justice
August
#CommitToGive
Canadian Lutheran, Anglican youth set to convene in Kamloops, BC for CLAY 2014
ELCIC National Bishop urges Prime Minister Harper to provide leadership to end the crisis in Gaza
July
ELCIC National Bishop expresses deep concern for the people of Mosul; urges Prime Minister call for an end to violence, intimidation and expulsion
ELCIC members encouraged to pray for peace and reunification of the Korean Peninsula on Sunday, August 10
March E-Communique
Emergency appeal issued to support civilians in Gaza region
Church leaders call for action on First Nations Education Act
Eastern Synod Re-Elects Bishop
June
Synod of Alberta and the Territories Re-Elects Bishop
ELCICs national publication honoured with six awards
British Columbia Synod re-elects bishop
Lutherans, Anglicans name 2014 Companion of the Worship Arts recipients
May
ELCIC members encouraged to pray for peace in the Holy Land on Sunday, June 1
First ever ELCIC Annual Report now available
A Message of Solidarity with the Church in South Sudan
ELCIC members encouraged to participate in new Word & Sacrament Ministry Study Guide
Saskatchewan Synod elects new bishop
Celebrating Vocational Sunday on May 11, 2014
April
MNO Synod Bishop Elaine Sauer Re-Elected
Lutheran, Anglican Leaders Offer Joint Earth Day Message
Lutheran and Anglican Leaders Offer Joint Holy Week and Easter Message
ELCIC presents Expression of Reconciliation at TRC event
March
April E-Communique
ELCIC National Bishop invites prayers for Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Highlights from the March ELCIC National Church Council Meeting
Lutheran, Anglican leaders issue a call to peace and prayer for Ukraine
January
February E-Communique
World Interfaith Harmony Week
Celebrating Diaconal Sunday - February 23
ELCIC National Bishop Participates in, Encourages Monthly day of Fasting for the Climate
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: January 18-25
2013
December
A New Year's message of unity
Joy to the World: A Christmas message
ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson Encourages Members of the Church to Pray for Peace in the Middle East this Christmas Season
November
December E-Communique
October
November E-Communique
LWF Delegation's Audience With the Pope Brings Strong Affirmation of Ecumenical Commitment
September
October E-Communique
Highlights from ELCIC National Church Council Meeting
September E-Communique
August
ELCIC National Bishop congratulates ELCA Bishop-elect Elizabeth Eaton
July/August E-Communique
July
Canada Lutheran, Anglican youth lead Parliament Hill event to raise awareness about issues of access to safe, clean water
Canadian Lutherans, Anglicans address homelessness and responsible resource extraction
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America donates $25,000 to assist Alberta flood victims
Canadian Anglicans, Lutherans come together in Ottawa for the love of the world
June
Full communion leaders offer a "Word to the Churches"
Emergency appeal issued to assist those affected by flooding in southern Alberta
May
ELCIC's national publication honoured with five awards at recent Canadian Church Press convention
Joint Pentecost letter from Lutheran, Anglican leaders
April
Share your thoughts on Word and Sacrament ministry within the ELCIC
ELCIC National Office is on the move!
Anglican-Lutheran Joint Assembly to meet in Ottawa
March
March National Church Council Highlights
National Bishop invites church to pray for peace in the Middle East
January
ELCIC members encouraged to prayerfully support the meeting between Prime Minister Stephen Harper and First Nation leaders through prayer
2012
December
Looking back and looking ahead: an Anglican-Lutheran Christmas message
November
Appeal issued to assist Syrian refugees in Jordan
Anglican, Lutheran churches produce Epiphany devotions
October
Responding to Hurricane Sandy
ELCIC Synod of Alberta and the Territories Elects New Bishop
Reformation Day Liturgical Material Available
September
Synod of Alberta and the Territories Bishop announces retirement; Special convention to be held in October
Highlights from National Church Council's fall meeting
National Bishop invites prayers for peace on September 21
August
Connections, networks and links key to growing in faith at 2012 Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth gathering
ELCIC National Bishop congratulates new United Church of Canada moderator on election; lifts up importance of partnership for the two churches
Over 800 Lutheran and Anglican youth to attend gathering in Saskatoon
July
Eastern Synod Meets in Assembly
June
ELCIC 2012 Companion of the Worship Arts Recipient Announced
ELCIC Saskatchewan Synod Convention Meets in Convention
Emergency Appeal Issued to Assist those Affected by Flooding in Thunder Bay
ELCIC Synod of Alberta and the Territories Meets in Convention
May
ELCIC National Bishop calls for prayers for all affected by flooding near Lima, Peru
ELCIC British Columbia Synod Meets in Convention
Lutheran, Anglican leaders visit Jerusalem
A Message from ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson on Structural Renewal
April
ELCIC Manitoba/Northwestern Ontario Synod Meets in Convention
A Letter to ELCIC Members on Structural Renewal
ELCIC's Longest Serving Missionary to Retire
March
Lutheran and Anglican Leaders Offer Joint Easter Message
World Council of Churches General Secretary meets with Canadian Churches
NCC members participate in visioning workshop and consider the future to which God is calling the national expression of the ELCIC
February
ELCIC Members are Ambassadors for Christ: In Mission for Others
January
A Message from ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson
2011
December
National Bishop encourages ELCIC members to take time this Christmas season and consider ways of deepening discipleship
Letter to the Church from National Church Council
Lutheran and Mennonite Leaders meet in Winnipeg
Lutheran-Anglican-Episcopal leadership of Canada, US issue report following annual meeting
ELCIC National Bishop Expresses "Disappointment and Concern" at Government's Decision to Withdraw Canada from Kyoto Protocol
Lutheran, Anglican Church Leaders Celebrate the Heart of Christmas
November
Lutheran Pilot Dies in Colorado Plane Crash
October
ELCIC National Bishop Writes to Prime Minister Harper, urging government to provide resources for the protection of victims of sexual exploitation.
ELCIC National Bishop Urges Government of Canada to "Fully and Effectively" Implement UNDRIP
September
We're stronger together, say Anglican, Lutheran youth coordinators
Highlights from National Church Council's Fall Meeting
August
ELCIC National Bishop Urges Prime Minister to Increase Financial Commitment to Support Relief Efforts in the Horn of Africa
ELCIC National Bishop Expresses Condolences to Jack Layton's Family
Horn of Africa Appeal to the Lutheran Communion; Call for Prayers and Financial Support
July
ELCIC Members Asked to Financially Support Emergency Appeal for East Africa Drought Victims
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Prayers and Expresses Concern for the People of Norway
ELCIC's 13th Biennial National Convention Concludes; Being a Church In Mission for Others Central to Moving Forward
ELCIC National Convention Delegates Approve Structural Renewal Recommendations In Principle
Delegates to 2011 ELCIC National Convention Approve Motions on Unity, Same-Sex Blessings and Qualifications for Ordination
ELCIC National Convention Delegates Approve Social Statement on Human Sexuality
National Bishop Susan Johnson Re-Elected on Second Ballot
Responses to Proposed ELCIC Social Statement on Human Sexuality Mixed but Respectful
ELCIC National Bishop Encourages Love, Renewal and Action in Report to Convention
ELCIC National Convention Commences; National Bishop Reflects on Call to be Disciples
Lutherans Gather for National Convention
Countdown to Convention #5
Countdown to Convention #4
June
Emergency Appeal Issued to Assist those Affected by Flooding in Saskatchewan
Countdown to Convention #3
Countdown to Convention #2
Countdown to Convention #1
May
Emergency Appeals Issued to Assist those Affected by Wildfires in Alberta and Flooding in Manitoba
ELCIC Structural Renewal Task Force Report Now Available; Recommendations Focus on Equipping the Church to be In Mission for Others
April
Pastoral letter marks 10 years of Anglican-Lutheran full communion
Lutheran and Anglican leaders offer joint Easter greetings
ELCIC National Church Council spring meeting highlights; Joint time with ACC Council of General Synod focuses on "growing together"
New ELCIC election resource assists members in engaging in personal and public reflection on important federal election issues
A Letter to the Church from National Church Council
Resources for New ELCIC Praise Appeal Now Available
March
Lutherans and Anglicans Collaborate on Common Mission
ELCIC Congregations Encouraged to Pray for Peace for All People in the Holy Land on March 20
Emergency Appeal Issued for Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Victims
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Prayers and Expresses Concern for Violence in Ethiopia
ELCIC Members Encouraged to Pray for the People of Japan
Lutherans and Anglicans Celebrate 10 Years of Full Communion
Lutherans Worldwide Encouraged to Pray for People in North Africa and Middle East
February
ELCIC Members Asked to Pray for the People of New Zealand Following Severe Earthquake
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Fair Consideration of KAIROS' New CIDA Application
ELCIC Members Asked to Financially Support Appeal for Colombia Flood Victims
New ELCIC Praise Appeal to Celebrate Ministry of the Wider Church
Theme for 2011 ELCIC National Convention Announced
2010
December
Lutheran, Anglican church leaders celebrate gift of music
Structural Renewal Task Force Shares Highlights on Feedback from Online Survey and Synod Conventions
Walk with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land this Advent
November
ELCIC Establishes Women of Faith Fund
Joint Anglican-Lutheran Pastoral Letter Highlights 10th Anniversary of Full Communion; Offers Encouragement and Suggestions for Deepening Full Communion Relationship
October
October November 2010 Issue Of E-Communique
ELCIC National Bishop Encourages Members and Congregations to Observe Reformation Sunday with Special Emphasis
Canadian Lutherans Visit Relief Efforts in Haiti
September
ELCIC's National Church Council Holds Fall Meeting; Focus on Strategic Priorities and Work of the National Office
A Pastoral Letter from ELCIC National and Synod Bishops
Dont miss the September 30 deadline to share your feedback on the Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality
Lutheran Collegiate Bible Institute Announces New President
August
ELCIC Members Asked to Financially Support Emergency Appeal for Pakistan Flood Victims
Youth Gathering Participants Challenged to Share the Seeds of Grace and Mercy Widely
1,000 Lutheran and Anglican Youth Gather in London, Ontario; Youth Challenged to Find Their Place in the Church
Almost 1,000 Youth to be "Hands On " at National Gathering
July
Palestinian Bishop Munib A. Younan Elected President of the Lutheran World Federation; Known as Passionate Campaigner for Peace and Inter-Faith Dialogue in the Middle East
Lutherans Take Historic Step in Asking for Forgiveness from Mennonites; Assembly Participates in Powerful Service of Repentance
Hunger is Not God's fault, It's Our Fault; LWF Eleventh Assembly to Focus on Alleviating Hunger in all Forms
Service, mission, theology and unity are foundational, says LWF General Secretary
ELCIC Saskatchewan Synod Meets in Convention; Delegates Re-Elect Synod Bishop Cindy Halmarson
June
July August 2010 Issue of E-Communique
ELCIC Eastern Synod Meets in Assembly; Delegates Re-Elect Bishop Michael Pryse
A Letter to the Church from ELCIC National and Synod Bishops
National ELW Board Makes Spirit-led Decision
ELCIC Synod of Alberta and the Territories Meets in Convention; Delegates Re-Elect Bishop Ron Mayan
2010 Companion of the Worship Arts Recipient Announced
May
ELCIC Members Encouraged to Participate in World Week for Peace in Palestine Israel May 29-June 4
A Letter to the Church from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson
ELCIC British Columbia Synod Elects New Bishop
April
ELCIC Manitoba/Northwestern Ontario Synod Meets in Convention; Delegates Re-Elect Bishop Elaine Sauer
Letter to the Church from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson
ELCIC Human Sexuality Task Force Releases First Draft of a Proposed Social Statement on Human Sexuality
ELCIC members encouraged to pray for those affected by political unrest in Thailand; ELCIC Global Mission personnel Lori Endress safe
March
ELCIC National Bishop's 2010 Easter Message
New ELCIC National Office Staffing Team Models Effective Partnerships and Focused Framework
NCC Holds Spring Meeting; Spirited Discipleship and Focused Framework Important Agenda Items for a Church In Mission for Others
ELCIC Human Sexuality Task Force Receives Study Feedback, Starts Next Phase
ELCIC National Bishop and CLWR Executive Director Thank Members for their Generosity; An Update on Haiti
March E-Communique
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Prayers Following Chilean Earthquake
February
ELCIC Encourages Congregations to Pray for Peace for All People in the Holy Land on February 28
Women Delegates Urge Lutheran Communion to Address Human Trafficking Issues
January
Lutheran Youth Appreciate Participation but Yearn for Alternative Ways of Being Church; LWF Urged to Integrate Crucial Contribution of Minority Groups
Global Justice Issues as Daily Bread; North American Region Deliberates LWF Eleventh Assembly Focus
First LWF Relief Convoy Arrives in Port-au-Prince, Haiti; DWS Focuses on Assistance for Internally Displaced Persons and Long-term Development Work
North American Lutherans Prepare for Regional LWF Pre-Assembly; Event Provides Opportunity for Contextualized Response to Local and Global Challenges
Haiti: Earthquake Wreaks Unimaginable Suffering and Devastation "So Far No Real Help Is in Sight"
Lutherans Respond to Haiti Devastation with Compassion
ELCIC Responds to Haiti Disaster
January E-Communique
2009
December
A 'Full-Communion' Christmas Greeting
Canadian government cuts to ELCIC's partner KAIROS will result in a devastating impact on human rights work overseas; ELCIC members urged to contact members of parliament and express support for KAIRO
November
ELCIC Group Services President Receives Recognition
LWF Council Unanimously Adopts Statement Asking Forgiveness from Mennonites; Mennonites Welcome Move Toward Reconciliation, Says MWC General Secretary Miller
October
Rev. Martin Junge Named General Secretary of Lutheran World Federation
ELCIC Responds to Southeast Asia Disaster
September
ELCIC Study of Human Sexuality Now Available; Church Members Invited to Participate in Feedback Process
ELCICs National Church Council Meets; Focus on Faith, Future and Feedback
ELCIC Human Sexuality Task Force Releases Study on October 1, 2009
Letter to the Church from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson
2010 Youth Gathering theme announced; "Hands On" event will bring together Lutheran and Anglican youth from across the country
June
Convention Ends with Energetic Worship and Call to Love
Group Services tackles pension deficit ahead of schedule
ELCIC National Convention Delegates Encouraged to be Joyful Witnesses
Lutherans resolve to pray, advocate for peace in the Holy Land
Anglican Leader Encourages Lutherans to Imagine Bold Step Together
ELCIC National Bishop Delivers State-of-the-Church Address to National Convention
ELCIC National Convention Commences; Exuberant Opening Worship Sets Tone for the Rest of Convention
Final preparations for ELCIC National Convention underway at UBC campus
Final Countdown to Convention before the start of the 2009 National Convention
Countdown to Convention E-newsletter
Countdown to Convention E-newsletter
May
Countdown to Convention E-newsletter
Countdown to Convention E-newsletter
Countdown to Convention E-newsletter
Faithful Preparation for Pandemic
April
Joint Anglican-Lutheran Easter Video Message
March
Anglican and Lutheran Leaders Meet In Toronto
ELCIC and CLWR Strengthen Partnership; New Memorandum of Understanding Formally Signed
ELCIC's National Church Council Meets; Focus on Working Towards New Vision
February
ELCIC National and Synodical Officers Meet in Winnipeg for Consultation; Evangelism, Outreach and Stewardship Key to Living Out Call to be a Church In Mission for Others
Lenten Resources Now Available
January
ELCIC and ELCA Bishops Reflect on Recent Trip to Middle East; Amid Darkness Bishops Witness Signs of Hope
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Prayers for Zimbabwe on January 25
Lutheran Bishops Plant Olive Trees, Pray at Israeli Separation Barrier
North American Lutheran Bishops Preach at Middle East Worship
Lutherans Worship at Jesus' Baptism Site, Leaders Meet King
ELCIC and CLWR Issue Appeal to Support Humanitarian Aid in Gaza
ELCIC National Bishop Urges Prime Minister to Reconsider Government's Position on Situation in Gaza and Join in Call for Immediate Ceasefire
ELCIC and ELCA Bishops Prepare for Uncertainty in Israel; Advance Group in Jordan
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza; ELCIC Members Encouraged to Join in Day of Justice and Peace on January 4
2008
December
ELCIC Announces New Mission in the World Partnership with ELCA; ELCIC/CLWR Seek New Ways to Support Volunteer Placement Program
Christmas Touched by the Spirit of Full Communion
November
ELCIC Seeks Nominations to Put Forward to Search Committee for Lutheran World Federation General Secretary
Lutheran and Anglican Bishops remind Minister Finley of Election Promise on Housing
October
ELCIC Conference of Bishops and ACC House of Bishops Hold Joint Meetings; Commitment to Partnership and Deepening of Full Communion Relationship Expressed
Announcing Food for Life: Recipes and Stories on the Right to Food; Upcoming Events Highlight Ecumenical Response to Global Hunger and Celebrate Lutheran Communion
September
The 2008 Federal Election; Addressing Critical Issues of Housing and Poverty
National Design Competition Ends Soon
Classes Resume at Luther College High School in Regina After Tuesday's Closure
Canadian Lutherans and Anglicans Lead Ecumenical Walk of Witness Event in Ottawa; Congregations and Members Asked to Pray and Take Action on September 25 to Raise Awareness of Urgent Need to Eliminate
GHDA Issues Appeal to Assist Storm-Ravaged Haitians; Region Devastated Following Four Storms in Three Weeks
Highlights from the Second and Third Day of NCC Meetings
Highlights from the First Day of NCC Meetings
Staff from National Offices of Anglican Church of Canada and Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada Meet; Discussions on Putting "Meat on the Bones of This Relationship" Tops Agenda Items
2008-2010 ELCIC National Youth Project Calls on Youth to be Leaders in Congregational Efforts to Become Greener Churches and Greener Communities
August
2008 Canadian Lutheran Youth Gathering Concludes; Youth Sent Forward With Call to be Leaders in their Communities and a Light of Christ in the World
2008 Canadian Lutheran Youth Gathering Commences
Over 1,000 Youth Travel Lightly to Whitehorse to Take Part in 2008 Canadian Lutheran Youth Gathering; Service, Advocacy and Prayer Expected to Light-Up Whitehorse More Than Ever
Laila Schultz, Wife of Retired National Bishop Raymond L. Schultz, Dies
July
ELW Quadrennial Convention Commences; Attendees Encouraged to "Be Bold"
Eastern Synod Assembly 12th Biennial Convention Officially Opens
June
LWF Council Calls for Urgent Peace Building Process in Zimbabwe; LWF Member Churches Asked to Pray for Zimbabwe on July 6
ELCIC / ACC 2008 National Worship Conference Begins
LWF General Secretary Welcomes Canadian Government Apology to First Nations
ELCIC Saskatchewan Synod Convention Commences
ELCIC National Bishop Calls for Prayers as Prime Minister Set to Issue Formal Apology to Residential School Survivors
Synod of Alberta and the Territories Convention Commences
May
Your Donations to GHDA's Burma Appeal Will Go Further Following Government's Announcement of Matching Emergency Relief Funds
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Papa New Guinea Mourns Loss of Bishop; ELCIC National Bishop Expresses Condolences
GHDA Issues Appeal to Assist with Relief Efforts in Burma; Forwards $10,000 to Assist With Immediate Efforts
Commissioning of Frances Schmidt, ELCIC Missionary for Peru, takes place in Winnipeg on May 10, 2008; All are invited to combined ordination / commissioning service
April
Lutherans in Canada support first geriatric care centre in West Bank; Canadian funding to ease medical crisis in Palestinian Territories
Synod Convention Season Now Open!
ELCIC Congregations and Individuals Encouraged to Celebrate GHDA Sunday on May 4
Preparing to Travel Light! - An Update on the 2008 Canadian Lutheran Youth Gathering
Letter to the Church from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson
March
A Joint Easter Greeting from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson and ACC Archbishop Fred Hiltz
Highlights From the Fourth Day of NCC Meetings
Highlights From the Third Day of NCC Meetings
Highlights From the Second Day of NCC Meetings
Highlights From the First Day of NCC Meetings
ELCIC National Bishop and ACC Primate Urge Canadian Government to Address Homeless in Canada; Congregations and Members Called on to Advocate for Affordable Housing Solutions
February
Teresita Valeriano Named LWF Regional Officer for North America
ELCIC Seeks Two Representatives for KAIROS Program Committees
Global Increase in LWF Churches' Membership Pushes Total to Over 68.3 Million
January
Communique Special - Lutheran Office for World Community Newsletter for Partners Provides Resources for Lent, Updates and News
E-Communique from the ELCIC - January/February 2008
ELW Continues Search for Viable Path to Long-term Sustainability
Praying Together for Christian Unity Throughout a Century of Changes
ELCIC/ELCA Long-term Missionary in Papua New Guinea, Bonnie Weppler, to Resign in 2008
2007
December
Theme for 2008 Meeting of LWF Council Announced
A Joint Christmas Greeting from ELCIC National Bishop Susan C. Johnson and ACC Primate Archbishop Fred Hiltz
Important Information Regarding the ELCIC's Continuing Education Plan
November
ELCIC Congregations Urged to Mark World AIDS DAY; Appeal Issued to Support HIV/AIDS Prevention Work
Joint Anglican-Lutheran Commission Meets in Toronto; Much to Rejoice as Churches Work Collaboratively in Mission and Ministry
Christ Meets Humanity Where People Struggle for Justice and Peace
ELCIC Accepting Donations to Assist with Relief Efforts in Bangladesh
October
New ACC Primate makes traditional visit to Lambeth; Full Communion Relationship with ELCIC on Agenda
GHDA Issues Appeal to Assist with Relief Efforts Following Flooding in Uganda
On Turning 60, WCC Invites New Perspectives on the Future of the Ecumenical Movement
Ordination, Consecration and Installation of New ELCIC National Bishop a Joyous Celebration
Highlights from the Third Day of the ELCIC's National Church Council September Meeting
September
Highlights from the Second Day of the ELCIC's National Church Council September Meeting
Highlights from the First Day of September NCC Meetings
Deepening Full Communion: Lutheran bishops for Anglican dioceses?
Job Posting for Lutheran World Federation Regional Officer for North America
August
GHDA Issues Appeal to Assist with Relief Efforts Following Severe Flooding in Colombia
GHDA Issues Joint Appeal with CLWR to Assist with Relief Efforts Following Sever Earthquake in Peru
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GHDA Issues Joint Appeal with CLWR to Assist With Relief Efforts Following Sever Flooding in Southeast Asia
July
LWF Dismayed by Vatican Document Despite Significant Ecumenical Results; General Secretary Noko Affirms Lutheran Churches' "Understanding to Be Fully Church"
June
Lutheran World Federation Regional Officer for North America, Kathy J. Magnus, Announces Early Retirement
Eleventh Biennial National Convention Concludes; Delegates Sent Forth With Ingredients for Grace
Anglican Church of Canada's General Synod Commits to Pastoral Care of Same-Sex Couples
Blessing of Same-Sex Unions Defeated at General Synod of ACC
Motion to Encourage Synods to Develop Ways to Best Minister to People Living in Committed Same-Sex Relationships Defeated
International Partners and Special Guests Address Delegates at the Eleventh Biennial National Convention of the ELCIC
Strength in Togetherness for the ELCIC's Global Hunger and Development Appeal
ELW/ELCIC Breakfast Highlights New Resources and Current Visioning Process
Rev. Susan Johnson Elected as National Bishop of the ELCIC
Update on the Election of a New ELCIC National Bishop
ELCIC Renews Commitment to Evangelical Declaration
ELCIC's Mission in the World Luncheon Highlights the Work of Skills and Gifted People of Faith
Bishop Fred Hiltz elected Anglican Primate
Bishop Fred Hiltz Elected Anglican Primate
ELCIC Congregations Encouraged to Go Green
ELCIC's Eleventh Biennial National Convention Officially Opens
ELCIC Participates in Ceremony to Reaffirm Aboriginal-Church Covenant
ELCIC / ACC Celebrate Six Years of Full Communion
Augsburg/Anglican Book Store Merger Almost Complete
Final Preparations for the ELCIC's National Convention Under Way at University Campus
Lutherans Prayerfully Prepare for Eleventh Biennial National Convention
Global Religious Leaders Call On G8 To Honour Commitments to Millennium Development Goals
Online Resources for ELCIC National Convention
"From the Waters of Creation" Now Available Online
May
Communique from the Anglican-Lutheran International Commission
ELCIC Participates in Ceremony to Reaffirm Aboriginal-Church Covenant
Hymn Competition Winner Announced
Convention Notes: ELCIC and ACC Joint Day on June 21, 2007
April
Hundred Years After Mission Conference Gave Impetus to Start of Ecumenical Movement, Kobia Calls for Ecumenically Responsible Evangelism
An Easter Message From ELCIC National Bishop
Raymond Schultz
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