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Stand firm in the faith
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FEATURES
CONTENTS
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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“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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media
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.
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EDUCATION NEWS CANADIANLUTHERAN.CA
The Canadian Lutheran
CANADA Through the Valley
“ — REV. WILL WEEDON
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TOP
IN REVIEW: TOP GUN
GUN
STILL FLYING HIGH
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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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