Every year during this time, Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) launches its Gifts from the Heart campaign.
CLWR, ELCIC launch emergency appeal for the crisis in Gaza
The ELCIC joins with Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) in responding to the crisis in Gaza, where a massive humanitarian emergency is unfolding.
CLWR, ELCIC launch emergency appeal for crisis in East Africa
The ELCIC joins with Canadian Lutheran World Relief in an emergency appeal to help with the crisis in East Africa.
ELCIC, CLWR launch emergency appeal following deadly earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) joins with our partner Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) in calling for prayers for those affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria and to give generously to support their urgent humanitarian needs.
Over 33 million affected by catastrophic flooding in Pakistan
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada joins Canadian Lutheran World Relief in asking its members to consider donating to those suffering from catastrophic flooding in Pakistan.
“Your faith has been a light for so many” – CLWR executive director praises ELCIC members
Rev. Dr Karin Achtelstetter, Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) executive director, addressed convention delegates on Friday afternoon, sharing an update on CLWR’s ongoing work throughout the COVID pandemic and the recent war in Europe.
Over 50 million affected by the Sub-Saharan hunger crisis
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada joins Canadian Lutheran World Relief in asking its members to consider donating to those suffering from hunger in sub-Saharan Africa.
A Statement from the ELCIC’s National Church Council on Ukraine
The ELCIC’s National Church Council met virtually from March 4-6, 2022. As part of their work, they issued the following statement.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) joins the World Council of Churches, The Lutheran World Federation, and the Canadian Council of Churches in calling for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and global solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
