First West Region Pastors’ and Deacons’ Conference

CALGARY, Alta. – The West Region had a Pastors’ and Deacons’ conference from September 29 to October 2, hosted by Foothills Lutheran Church. Rev. Dr. Stephen Pietsch from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, was the main speaker for the event, presenting to the 76 attendees. Dr. Pietsch spoke on a variety of topics relevant for ministry today. Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) President Timothy Teuscher also presented on two aspects of the topic of “Together One.” Breakout sessions on a variety of topics were also offered, led by pastors, deacons, professors, and chaplains from the region. This was the first regional conference to be offered since the restructuring of LCC.
Rev. Jonathan Kraemer
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