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Stand firm in the faith

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W W W.C A N A D I A N L U T H E R A N . C A Volume 37 Number 4

July/August 2022

DEPARTMENTS table talk regional pastors

Stand firm in the faith Cover Design by Alex Steinke, Featuring Artwork by Harrison Avery Prozenko, and Photo Submissions from attendees of the 2022 LCC Synod Convention.

president’s PONDERINGS

NEWS SECTIONS International news

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national news

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west region

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central region

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east region

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mission news

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education news

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announcements

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in review: top gun supplement

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TABLE TALK

STANDING TOGETHER

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by mathew block

page six page nine page twelve

“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.

And above all these things put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”

— Colossians 3:12-15 — THE CANADIAN LUTHERAN | july/august 2022

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Stand Firm

by Timothy Teuscher

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in the Faith

" We need Pentecost to come to us today.

(And the wonderful and amazing thing is that it can and it will.)

Rev. Dr. Timothy Teuscher is President of Lutheran Church–Canada. This article is adapted from his sermon at the opening worship service of LCC's 2022 Synodical Convention.

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STANDING FIRM

IN THE FAITH: Martin Luther at theDiet of Worms

BY JOHN A. MAXFIELD

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WE IN LUTHERAN CHURCH–CANADA

“Stand Firm in the Faith”

AS WE PROCLAIM

THE FREEDOM OF EVERY CHRISTIAN TO CONFESS JESUS CHRIST AS LORD, TO THE GLORY OF GOD THE FATHER, OUR CONSCIENCES CAPTIVE TO THE WORD OF GOD IN DEFIANCE OF EVERY HUMAN TRADITION AND AUTHORITY THAT DISTORTS OR OBSCURES THE GOSPEL...

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FC Ep. Rule and Norm 1

free bound by the Scriptures to the Word of God.

sola scriptura

REV. DR. JOHN A. MAXFIELD IS ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AT CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY OF EDMONTON. THIS ARTICLE IS ADAPTED FROM HIS PRESENTATION AT LUTHERAN CHURCH– CANADA’S 2022 SYNODICAL CONVENTION. THE CANADIAN LUTHERAN | july/august 2022

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Stand Firm in CHRIST’S ARMOUR

by Thomas M. Winger

“Be watchful,

, be manly, be strong” — 1 Corinthians 16:13.

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Do not be afraid, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” Then Elisha prayed and said, “O Lord, please open his eyes that he may see.” So the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw, and behold, the mountain was full of — 2 Kings 6:16-17

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Grant peace, we pray, in mercy, Lord; Peace in our time, O send us!

For there is none on earth but You, None other to defend us.

Let yourselves be clothed with the full armour of God so that you may be able to stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle

— LSB 778

rulers, against the authorities, against the world powers of this darkness, against the spiritual this reason take up the full armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and so, having accomplished all things, to stand. Stand, therefore…

—Ephesians 6:11-14

“For this reason take up the full armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and so, having accomplished all things, to stand.”

—Ephesians 6:13

Rev. Dr. Thomas M. Winger is President of Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary in St. Catharines, Ontario.

This article is adapted from his presentation at Lutheran Church–Canada’s 2022 synodical convention.

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

Korean Lutherans elect new president SOUTH KOREA

President Schüler reelected in Brazil BRAZIL

ILC News

ILC News

Finnish bishop receives honorary doctorate

USA

ILC News THE CANADIAN LUTHERAN | july/august 2022

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CONVENTION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

Gathering together

Rev. Dr. Timothy Teuscher

Stand Firm in the Faith

Rev. Michael Schutz

EDMONTON

Elections 16

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Resolutions Board of Directors:

Commission on Constitutional Matters and Structure (CCMS):

Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR):

Commission on Nominations and Elections (CNE):

Commission on Adjudication (COA):

RESOLUTION 22.1.01...........................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.02............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.03...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.04...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.05...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.06...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.07...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.08...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.09...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.10...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.11..........................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.1.12...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.13A............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.1.14...........................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.1.15...........................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.2.01...........................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.2.02A.....................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.2.03A.........................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.2.04B.........................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.2.05C.....................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.2.06........................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.2.07............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.2.08...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.01...Not considered (time constraints) RESOLUTION 22.3.02......Not considered (time constraints) RESOLUTION 22.3.03A.......................Adopted as amended RESOLUTION 22.3.04....Not considered (time constraints) RESOLUTION 22.3.05...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.06...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.07A............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.08A............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.09...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.10...............................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.11..........................................Adopted RESOLUTION 22.3.12..........................................Adopted

The official Proceedings of the 2022 Convention will be published in September. All delegates, advisors, and members of Commissions shall be sent a link to the electronic copy. Printed copies will be available on request. The Proceedings include the convention minutes, resolutions, election results, sermons as well as other reports presented at Convention. This is a valuable resource for sharing information in congregations! NOTE: The Proceedings will also be available on LCC's Website in a digital format via:

www.lutheranchurchcanada.ca/synod-convention-2022

CONVENTION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

Welcoming New Members EDMONTON

LCC declares fellowship with the Lutheran Church in Norway and Iceland

EDMONTON

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CONVENTION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

Missouri North: New book tells the story of Lutheran Church–Canada

EDMONTON

Missouri North: The History of Lutheran Church–Canada

Together, One: Advancing the Mission & Ministry of LCC

EDMONTON

The Canadian Lutheran

www. lutheranchurchcanada.ca/purposepriorities-planning

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NATIONAL NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

LCC/LLLC interns announced for summer 2022 CANADA

FIND

lcc ON social

Erika Schroth-Gajdos

Andrew Hayes

Sabbath Conference EDMONTON

Deacon Amanda Hastings

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WEST REGION NEWS ALBERTA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

Multiple baptisms in Edmonton!

EDMONTON

Rev. Jonathan Kraemer

This is the feast LACOMBE, Alta.

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WEST REGION NEWS ALBERTA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

THE OPEN DOOR from the regional pastor | rev. robert mohns “Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut. I know that you have but little power, and yet you have kept My Word and have not denied My name.”

~Revelation 3:8b~

NOTE: This column is adaped from Rev. Robert Mohns' sermon at the 2022 LCC Synod Convention.

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Lord, open now my heart to hear, And through Your Word to me draw near.

Let me Your Word e’er pure retain, Let me Your child and heir remain.

Your Word inspires my heart within; Your Word grants healing from my sin; Your Word has power to guide and bless; Your Word brings peace and happiness.

~LSB 908~

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WEST REGION NEWS ALBERTA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

St. Peter’s Oyen closes OYEN, Alta.

Rev. Robert Mohns

Road to Easter: A family event

RICHMOND, B.C.

Samantha Neeb, Youth Director

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WEST REGION NEWS ALBERTA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

LWMLC Board of Directors

LWMLC ABC District holds convention

RED DEER, Alta.

Karen Hildebrandt

SHARE YOUR STORIES Contact Michelle Heumann, Regional News Editor | regionaleditor@lutheranchurch.ca |

WEST REGION Contact Rev. Robert Mohns, Regional Pastor | rmohns@lutheranchurch.ca | 1. 855. 826. 9950 |

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CENTRAL REGION NEWS SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA, AND NW ONTARIO - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

Pastor Julien celebrates ordination anniversary

Q U ’ A P P E L L E C I R C U I T, Sask.

Joyce Julien

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CENTRAL REGION NEWS SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA, AND NW ONTARIO - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

A TEMPORARY

TRIBULATION from the regional pastor | rev. david haberstock to life. I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that

NOTE: This column is adapted from Rev. David Haberstock's sermon at the 2022 LCC Synod Convention.

the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. The one who conquers will not be hurt by the second death.”

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~Revelation 2:8-11~

CENTRAL REGION NEWS SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA, AND NW ONTARIO - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

REGINA

Rev. Paulo Brum

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CENTRAL REGION NEWS SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA, AND NW ONTARIO - MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

Young adults’ retreat

WINKLER, Man. Les Miserables Rev. Alex Klages

What is Regional News? a retreat or special event hosted by an LCC organization or by the circuit, or other church involvement in the community.

Regional News can ALSO be something unique that your congregation is doing for its members, like hosting a hiking club, mentoring younger members into leadership positions, or preserving a heritage church building. Sharing our news is one

www.canadianlutheran.ca/editors-and-submissions

SHARE YOUR STORIES Contact Michelle Heumann, Regional News Editor | regionaleditor@lutheranchurch.ca |

central REGION Contact Rev. david haberstock, Regional Pastor | dhaberstock@lutheranchurch.ca | 1. 800. 663. 5673 |

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EAST REGION NEWS ONTARIO, QUEBEC, AND ATLANTIC CANADA • MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

Pentecost at l’Ascension in Montreal

MONTREAL, QC. Église évangélique luthérienne de l’Ascension

Liturgies et Cantiques Luthériens

Rena Detlefsen Lutheran Service Book

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EAST REGION NEWS ONTARIO, QUEBEC, AND ATLANTIC CANADA • MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

LOOKING DEEPER from the regional pastor | rev. marvin bublitz

NOTE: This column is adapted from Rev. Marvin Bublitz' sermon at the 2022 LCC Synod Convention.

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You were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience... But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved—and raised us up with Him and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.

see Revelation 3:1-6 Father forgive them. I have made them worthy, worthy to have their name written in the Lamb’s book of life.

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EAST REGION NEWS ONTARIO, QUEBEC, AND ATLANTIC CANADA • MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

Mission Walk in Simcoe for LWMLC convention

Carla Maffett, Kathy Waslowski, Eva Becht, Ruth Ann Misener, Karen Campbell, Janie Buchner, and Audrey Weber.

Photo: Tim Goodale.

SIMCOE, Ont.

Ruth Ann Misener

ST. CATHARINES, Ont.

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EAST REGION NEWS ONTARIO, QUEBEC, AND ATLANTIC CANADA • MICHELLE HEUMANN, EDITOR

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Snyder welcomes new pastor

Back: Rev. Dr. Harold Ristau, Rev. David Hamp, Rev. Rob Bryans, Rev. David Zakel, and Rev. John Makey.

Front row: Rev. Kurt Lantz, Rev. Saulo Bledoff, and Rev. Dr. John R. Stephenson.

Jim Priebe, Chairman

SHARE YOUR STORIES Contact Michelle Heumann, Regional News Editor | regionaleditor@lutheranchurch.ca |

EAST REGION Contact Rev. marvin bublitz, Regional Pastor | mbublitz@lutheranchurch.ca | 1. 855. 893. 1466 |

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MISSION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

in Canada

Grade 8 Mission Trip with BC Mission Boat Society

KYUQUOT, B.C.

Elena Nast, Middle School, Vice-Principal, Hope Lutheran Christian School, Port Coquitlam THE CANADIAN LUTHERAN | july/august 2022

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EDUCATION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA

The Canadian Lutheran

CANADA Through the Valley

“ — REV. WILL WEEDON

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IN REVIEW: TOP GUN

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STILL FLYING HIGH

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by Ted Giese Top Gun

Top Gun: Maverick

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Top Gun: Maverick

Top Gun

Top Gun: Maverick

Top Gun: Maverick

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Rev. Ted Giese is lead pastor of Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Regina and a film reviewer for Issues, Etc.

TRANSITIONS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA/CALLS-TRANSITIONS

Rev. Saulo Bledoff

Rev. Kai Buck

Gifts of Securities "Just as you excel in everything, in faith, in speech, in complete earnestness and in your love for us, see that you also excel in this grace of giving." 2 Corinthians 8:7

Rev. Walta Clericus

Rev. Darren Dressler Rev. Airton Glitz,

Giving is a word we hear often in our treasures. As Christians we are aware

Rev. Kyung-Hyun (James) Kim

Rev. Melvin Knoll Rev. Dr. John Maxfield

Rev. Christopher McLean

However, if the securities are donated

Rev. Neil Stern

Rev. Dr. Forrest Stroup St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (Oyen, AB)

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PRESIDENT’S PONDERINGS

GRACE by president timothy teuscher

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The official Proceedings of the 2022 Convention will be published in September. All delegates, advisors, and members of Commissions shall be sent a link to the electronic copy. Printed copies will be available on request.

The Proceedings include the convention minutes, resolutions, election results, sermons as well as other reports presented at Convention. This is a valuable resource for sharing information in congregations! NOTE: The Proceedings will also be available on LCC's Website in a digital format via the QR code or the link below:

www.lutheranchurchcanada.ca/synod-convention-2022

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