Together in the Storm
by Mathew Block In June and July, the area of Manitoba where I live suffered two serious instances of flooding. The first storm centered on the town of Minitonas about twenty minutes away, causing serious damage there, though floodwaters hit homes on the edge of…
More Than a Jungle Adventure: Rainforest Falls VBS Points Children to God’s Promises
Lethbridge, AB—It’s not every day that you find a waterfall in the middle of a Lutheran sanctuary. For one week this July, Immanuel Lutheran Church was transformed into a rainforest adventure for more than 115 children. But beneath the decorations, games, crafts, and activities was…
Young Adults Gather at Camp Lutherland for Fellowship, Instruction, and Encouragement
Ontario—Sixteen young adults from Lutheran Church–Canada congregations across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba gathered at Camp Lutherland at Pasqua Lake, Saskatchewan, August 5–9 for a retreat focused on vocation, fellowship, and life together in Christ. Hosted by Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary and Camp Lutherland, the retreat…
At Camp Lutherland, Children Ask Big Questions About God
Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan—At Camp Lutherland near Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan, summer camp is about more than outdoor activities, games, and time with friends. It is also an opportunity for children to hear the Word of God and ask questions about the faith. During the camp sessions,…
IMPACT Youth Gathering
From June 27-30, youth, volunteers, and leaders from across BC and Alberta gathered at Pines Bible Camp near Grand Forks, BC for the Impact Youth Gathering. The theme verse for the weekend was John 15:5: “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides…
Domestic Missions: One Year of Serving and Equipping Youth and Families Across Lutheran Church–Canada
One year ago, Lutheran Church–Canada welcomed Deacon Samantha Neeb into a newly established role focused on strengthening family ministries across the synod. The position was created in response to Resolution 22.3.03, to provide and create resources, training, and support to all youth, young adult, and family…