After 18 years of service leading the ELCIC as national bishop, Rev. Susan Johnson has announced she will be retiring at the conclusion of her current term, which coincides with the 2025 National Convention.
Longtime Canada Lutheran editor recognized with lifetime achievement award
On Friday, September 27, Rev. Kenn Ward was presented with the Canadian Christian Communicators Association (CCCA) Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with Canada Lutheran – the official magazine publication of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada.
National, Synod Bishops invite continued prayer and advocacy in advance of October 7 anniversary
A letter from National and Synod Bishops of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) invites members of the church to join the leaders “in prayer and concern” for all who have been impacted in the last year by the war between Hamas and Israel.
ELCIC task force undergoes name change
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada’s Task Force on Addressing Ableism has officially changed its name to the Task Force on Ability and Inclusion, through a motion passed at the September 2024 ELCIC National Church Council meeting.
September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Members of the Evangelical Lutheran Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) are invited to observe September 30 as Orange Shirt Day, which marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Living Out God’s Grace & Unconditional Love
This summer, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada unveiled its new logo and tagline.
Back to school: ELCJHL students and teachers return to class
As students close to home return to classrooms this fall, they may be mostly concerned with adjusting to new teachers, classes or catching up after summer vacation.
Ecumenically Collaborative
ELCIC participation in 2024 Synod of the Canadian District of the Moravian Church’s Northern Province
Rev. Trish Schmermund elected as new Synod Bishop for Alberta and the Territories
Delegates to the Synod of Alberta and the Territories Assembly have elected Rev. Trish Schmermund to serve as their next bishop.
Rev. Carla Blakley to serve as next Bishop of the Eastern Synod
Delegates to the Eastern Synod Assembly have elected Rev. Carla Blakley to serve as their next bishop.
