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Ukraine Aid Fund: As of April 13, 2022 the people of LCC have raised $386,718.12 for emergency relief in Ukraine (so far!)
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The most powerful weapon is not nuclear: Jesus and the War in Ukraine
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Rev. Roland Syens served as an LCC Missionary Pastor in Ukraine from 1993-2005. He connects daily with our Ukrainian pastors as they struggle, with broken hearts, to care for their families, congregation members, and others during the Russian-imposed war on Ukraine. In his article, he answers the question: Where is God in all of this?
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“Not-Just-Communications” LCC/LLL-C Internship 2022
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CANADA - Exciting News! LCC and Lutheran Laymen’s League of Canada are teaming up again to offer a paid, part-time internship opportunity for the second summer in a row.
Last year the internship was primarily focused on the area of communications. This year we would like to offer more flexibility to potential applicants. For the summer of 2022, the internship will focus on inspiring young people to consider their gifts and how they might be used in service of God’s people. If you are interested in serving the church in any way at all—whether it be in communications, graphic design, donor retention, office management, or even through music or art—we would love to hear from you!
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Director of Communications, here! Recently, we established a group on LCC's Servant Leader Network to talk about resources. I would love to see this group become a reference point that LCC folks can have in their back pocket when issues and opportunities come up! Say your muslim friend is starting to ask you questions about who WE say Jesus is... You can hop on over to the "Apologetics: Talking with Muslims" Topic to quickly find resources that your fellow LCC members have found helpful. This group will also give Synod a better idea of the disparities out there in the realm of resources, so that we can take advantage of the opportunity to create new resources! Group members can add any new "Topics" to the group if you would like to see more resources in that area, or simply see what resources are currently available.
For those who aren't familiar with Servant Leader Network... it is basically social media but specifically for Lutheran Church–Canada members to foster communication across all 3 regions. It was developed by Rev. Michael Schutz, and many groups in synod are currently using it for discussions at the circuit level or to create other groups like the Lutheran Music Group, LCC's Communications Community, and the 2022 Synod Convention Discussion Forum.
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Busy first quarter of 2022 for the NYG team!
The LCC National Youth Gathering team has been busy this year, starting off 2022 with three virtual events for leaders and youth, and holding an in-person committee meeting in Winnipeg!
For example, the March Round Table was hosted by the NYG team for youth leaders on responding faithfully and in love to questions around gender and identity. This short time together only scratched the surface of this important topic, but a resources list was provided and there was good, supportive conversation about Law and Gospel and their importance in youth ministry.
Read the full article on CanadianLutheran.ca for details about upcoming events and don't forget to register for the NYG by April 29, 2022.
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Remember Lutheran Church–Canada's mission and ministry partners in prayer.
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 MISSIONS IN NICARAGUA!
Rev. Rufino Quintero Lainez is a pastor serving the community of Jinotepe. Prayer: Heavenly Father, as Your Son sent forth His Church to make disciples of all nations, we lift up before You Rev. Lainez, asking You to sustain him by Your Spirit and bless his labours for the sake of the Gospel; Lord in Your mercy, C: Hear our prayer.
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 These weekly sermons, written by various LCC pastors, are primarily intended for congregations without a pastor and for those unable to provide online services during exceptional circumstances. Each written sermon is accompanied by the Collect of the Day, appointed Scripture Readings, suggested hymns, and prayers. The Scripture Readings are from the Three-Year Lectionary Series of the Lutheran Service Book (LSB). The suggested hymns are taken from Lutheran Service Book: Hymn Selection Guide – (OT) are hymns that fit with the Old Testament Reading, (E) the Epistle, and (G) the Gospel . |
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THIS SUNDAY: The Resurrection of Our Lord / Easter Day – ‘No Body Found’
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The Workbook for the 2022 Convention is now available for download. Per the LCC Handbook, “Any Member and any lay delegate to the Convention wishing to express comments on reports and overtures appearing in the Convention workbook may submit these at least seven (7) weeks prior to the Convention to the secretary, who shall transmit them to the appropriate convention committee for consideration.” Responses and comments to reports and overtures can be directed to Grace Henderson at convention@lutheranchurch.ca. Deadline for responses: April 22, 2022.
An Open Group on LCC’s Servant Leader Network has been established for anyone interested in discussing the business facing LCC related to the upcoming Synodical Convention. More details on our website.
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Calls/Transitions updates can be accessed any time at www.canadianlutheran.ca/calls-transitions/
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Rev. Brian Dunlop · Faith (Desboro, ON) · Holy Trinity/Hope (Inglis/Grandview, MB) · CONSIDERING · April 10, 2022
Rev. Michael Schutz · Concordia (Penticton, BC) · Holy Cross (Kitchener, ON) Associate Pastor · CONSIDERING · March 29, 2022
Rev. Fred Rink · Bethlehem (Vancouver, BC) · Calvary (Thunder Bay, ON) · CONSIDERING · March 29, 2022
Rev. Vince Moore · Christ (Fort Saskatchewan, AB) · La Ronge Lutheran Fellowship (La Ronge, SK) · DECLINED · April 10, 2022
Rev. Aaron Astley · Christ Our Saviour/Redeemer (Grimsby/Hamilton, ON) · Lutheran Church of the Redeemer (Winnipeg, MB) · CONSIDERING · March 14, 2022
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Prayer Requests
Please remember in prayer the family and friends of Rev. Deane Edward Detlefsen who passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Pembroke Regional Hospital at the age of 86 years. Pastor Detlefsen served multiple parishes including: Bruno-Humboldt, SK; Luseland-Kerrobert, SK; Oyen, AB; Moosomin-Broadview, SK; and Pembroke (Locksley), ON, in addition to numerous vacancies and other positions in several provinces across Canada.
Prayer for Ukraine:
Heavenly Father, God of all concord, it is Your gracious will that Your children on earth live together in harmony and peace. Defeat the plans of all those who would stir up violence and strife, war, and bloodshed, and, according to Your will, end the current conflict that now rages in Ukraine. Protect those who are suffering and being displaced from their homes. Bring a restoration of calm and security, and heal the wounds that have been inflicted.
We especially commend to Your care and keeping our Lutheran Church–Canada missionary in Ukraine, Rev. Oleksiy Navrotskyy and his family; Bishop Alexander Yurchenko; and all the pastors and members of the congregations of the Synod of Evangelical Lutheran Churches in Ukraine. Preserve them from all harm and danger. Grant them an extra measure of Your Holy Spirit at this time that they would remain steadfast in the one true faith in Him who is Lord and Saviour of all. In the midst of this conflict, empower them to reach out to others with the precious Gospel of God’s peace and love in Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
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 EDMONTON - Lend a hand at LCC’s Convention!
When more than 500 lay persons, pastors, and deacons of Lutheran Church–Canada meet in Edmonton, June 10-13 there will be many opportunities for members of Edmonton area congregation to serve — everything from greeters to drivers and on-site volunteers. It will be a wonderful chance to show some Alberta hospitality! If you live in the Edmonton area and have some spare time that weekend and want to meet and greet fellow Lutherans from across the country go to www.ServeLCC.ca , check out what’s available, and sign-up!
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WEST - The Rock Lutheran Inner City Society has reopened!
The Rock Lutheran Inner City Society has reopened its doors for guests to come enjoy a warm breakfast complete with the pancakes, oatmeal, toast and coffee. The Edmonton and Strathcona Food Banks continue to bless us with bread, eggs and a few other items to support our breakfasts, but we will be in dire need of other products shortly. If you are able to help us continue serving this warm delicious breakfast, the items most needed include: Pancake Mix; Coffee; Powdered Milk; Jam; and Brown Sugar. All donations, be it product or monetary, are always so appreciated! The Rock Board thanks you for your continued support. Phone: (780) 426-1122 Email: info@therockedm.ca
WEST - Walnut Grove Lutheran Church is hiring!
WGLC is seeking a Manager of Youth & Young Adult Ministry (MYYAM). The MYYAM will provide support and resources for Youth & Young Adult Ministries within the church with the goal of helping people develop toward full Christian maturity and training them for effective discipleship. This position would be 16 hours per week (approx. 50% for Young Adult Ministry and 50% for Youth Ministry) including 6 -10 p.m. on Tuesdays for Young Adults and 5:30-9:30 p.m. on Thursdays for Youth. Compensation is $18.75/hr. For more info and the full job description, email admin@wglc.org.
WEST - Seeking Director Christian Education/Director Parish Services!
Immanuel Lutheran (Lethbridge, AB) urgently seeks a called full-time permanent DCE or DPS to enhance our Family and Youth Ministry! The successful applicant will be strong in the Word, have proven leadership skills, a record of being a self-starter, a proven ability to work collaboratively with others, as well as a record of creative, energetic, and effective results. We offer a competitive salary based on Lutheran Church–Canada guidelines, as well as assistance with relocation. Please direct questions and/or apply by May 6th to admin@immanuellutheran.ca.
CENTRAL - Lutheran Foundation Canada hiring a Planned Giving Gift Coordinator
If you are passionate about mission and ministry and looking to serve the Lord, consider this exciting and rewarding opportunity by applying to Lutheran Foundation Canada. If not for you, please consider those who might be suited to such a career, and let them know. For a detailed job description, Click Here.
NATIONAL - LWMLC looking for Seminar Committee Members
Lutheran Women’s Missionary League–Canada (LWMLC) would like to hear from you as they search for women to produce a seminar planned for 2023. Work with other Lutheran women from across Canada to develop a theme, Bible studies and other resources. No experience is needed, just a desire to expand on God’s Word and share it with other women. Some travel could be involved. If this interests you, please contact Annette Borchardt.
NATIONAL - CLWR is hiring a Senior Policy Analyst
CLWR is searching for a Senior Policy Analyst to join our team. The position is for a 2-year term with the possibility of an extension. More information can be found Here.
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EAST - April 29-30, 2022
The LWMLC LAURENTIAN DISTRICT CONVENTION “TASTE AND SEE” (Psalm 34:8) will be online April 29-30 with FREE registration for all. Opening Service with Pastor Bryan King, St. Luke, Ottawa on Friday night. Saturday agenda includes Bible study with Pastoral Counsellor Bill Stanfel and presenter Pastor Ron Mohr, Executive Director of Lutheran Bible Translators of Canada. For more information, click Here.
WEST - June 2-4, 2022
The LWMLC ABC District Hybrid Convention will be held June 2-4, 2022. We encourage anyone interested to register. Information including registration details can be viewed Here.
NATIONAL - July 15-19, 2022 Registration Extension: April 29, 2022
The 2022 National Youth Gathering will be in Winnipeg from July 15-19, and registration is available now until April 29, 2022. The theme is “In Not Of,” based on Philippians 3:20. If you are a youth leader or a youth (between grades 7 to 12 in June 2022), please plan to join us! As well, anyone who has been out of high school for a period of one year prior to the NYG is able to volunteer as an iBod, and we welcome exhibitors, too. For more info, visit https://lccnyg.ca/registration/.
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Forgetting to change beneficiaries on non-probated assets is very common. Upon life’s milestone events - the passing of a spouse or loved one, separation, divorce, marriage, or re-marriage – individuals are encouraged to update their Will to make sure the beneficiary designations are current and still valid. However, updating just your Will is only half the task, as the Will only covers those assets likely to be listed on a future probate submission. Very often there are other assets that have their own beneficiary clause, not covered by the Will – life insurance, company pensions, RRSP, TFSA, RIF, and others – and these too need to be updated and made current.
Not surprisingly, the courts assume that having considered your new circumstance, the choice was yours to make as to which beneficiary designations you wanted to update. They therefore tend to uphold the “wrong” designations unless there is compelling evidence that would clearly indicate otherwise, however changing your Will is viewed as insufficient evidence. Litigation on this issue varies by province and based on what evidence is presented. To avoid litigation on your estate, and acrimony between your loved ones, be diligent in properly taking care of such matters.
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Christ’s Resurrection Is the Firstfruits of the New Creation
The Lord has promised to “create new heavens and a new earth” (Is. 65:17), in which His people shall abide in peace and joy. That new creation has begun in the bodily resurrection of Christ Jesus. All the baptized belong to that new creation. Reborn of water and the Holy Spirit, they are “the offspring of the blessed of the Lord” (Is. 65:23). The Lord rejoices and is glad in them; He hears and answers their prayers. For “if in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied” (1 Cor. 15:19). But Christ Jesus has been raised, “the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Cor. 15:20). We may be “perplexed about this” (Luke 24:4), perhaps even frightened and brought to our knees, because it seems like an “idle tale” (Luke 24:11). But faith clings to the Word of Christ and finds His resurrected body — not in the tomb, but in His Holy Supper.
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