Category: Missions
The Love of Christ in Action: Deaconesses of Cambodia
by M.L. Smith “Let your light so shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). The love of Christ is not only proclaimed with words but demonstrated through works of mercy,…
Where Christ Serves
by M.L. Smith “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” – Matthew 20:28 To many, worship is often seen as something we do—our offering, our praise, our devotion. But the Divine Service…
Our Work in Costa Rica: Rooted in Christ, Growing by Grace
by M.L. Smith Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) began its mission presence in Costa Rica in 2005, recognizing a growing need to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to Central American communities both within and beyond Nicaragua’s borders. The first steps were taken when Rev. Pedro Quintero,…
Mission and Vocation: Where has God called you to serve?
by Jacob Quast The mission of the Church remains forever the same: to share the Great Evangel (Gospel), the message of Jesus Christ crucified for sinners. This is accomplished by individual Christians through their many and varied daily vocations. The word “vocation” in English originates…
Pan de Vida: Nourishing Bodies and Souls in Nicaragua
by M.L. Smith Pan de Vida: Nourishing Bodies and Souls in Nicaragua In the heart of Nicaragua, a country where economic challenges weigh heavily on many families, hope shines brightly through the Pan de Vida (Bread of Life) Feeding Program. Supported by Lutheran Church–Canada and…
Apologetics and Evangelism: Two Sides of the Same Coin
by Jacob Quast In our previous two articles concerning missions, we have explored the foundation for the Mission of the Church: truth and love, recognizing that the Church in Mission reaches out with the truth of Jesus Christ and Him crucified, while also serving her…
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