On Sunday morning, the 2025 ELCIC National Convention concluded with a closing worship service.
Rejoicing in Hope: unexpectedly
The final Rejoicing in Hope thematic presentation of the 2025 ELCIC National Convention concluded with a Bible study session, presented by Emily Savage, Vice-President, The Canadian Council of Churches and member at St. Philip’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Toronto.
Rejoicing in Hope: with Lutheran unity
Rev. Sonia Skupch, Regional Secretary, Latin America and the Caribbean & North America, The Lutheran World Federation, delivered the fourth Rejoicing in Hope thematic presentation on Saturday afternoon, as part of the 2025 ELCIC National Convention.
Rejoicing in Hope: in the ELCJHL
Rev. Dr. Imad Haddad, Bishop-elect, Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land (ELCJHL), addressed delegates at the 2025 ELCIC National Convention, as he delivered the third Rejoicing in Hope thematic talk on Saturday afternoon.
ELCIC honours National Bishop Susan Johnson with farewell ceremony at convention
On Saturday night, delegates, visitors and special guest attending the 2025 ELCIC National Convention celebrated and honoured the legacy of outgoing National Bishop Susan Johnson.
Rejoicing in Hope: in full communion
Dr. Betsy Miller, Ecumenical Officer for the Moravian Church’s Northern Province, delivered the second Rejoicing in Hope thematic talk on Saturday morning.
Rev. Dr. Larry Kochendorfer to serve as the next ELCIC National Bishop
Delegates at the 2025 ELCIC National Convention have elected Rev. Dr. Larry Kochendorfer to serve as its fifth National Bishop.
Rejoicing in Hope: amid struggles
Rev. Vincent Solomon, Indigenous Ministry Developer, from the Diocese of Rupert’s Land (Anglican Church of Canada), delivered the first Rejoicing in Hope thematic presentation of the 2025 National Convention on Friday afternoon.
Facing Today – Dreaming for the Future kicks off at National Convention
A three-year church engagement project officially launched with two hour-long sessions on Thursday and Friday of 2025 ELCIC National Convention.
Ben Johnston-Urey presented with 2025 ELCIC Leadership Award
On Thursday evening, the ELCIC Leadership Award was presented to Ben Johnston-Urey of the Synod of Alberta and the Territories.