New Communications leadership begins at LCC

WINNIPEG – The month of November marks a meaningful moment in the life of Lutheran Church–Canada (LCC) as we joyfully welcome our new Director of Communications, Dr. Tasheney Francis. With a warm spirit, a collaborative heart, and a passion for faithful storytelling, Dr. Francis steps into this role eager to learn our stories, share God’s Good News, and embrace the weight and privilege of this office:

“With deep reverence and gratitude, I step into the role of Director of Communications, seeking God’s guidance in every task. I ask for your prayers as I learn, listen, and grow into this work.

My calling is simple and weighty:

• to help amplify the voice of God to His people,

• and to help amplify the voice of God’s people to the Synod.

May every word and effort honour Christ and strengthen our life together as a confessional Lutheran body. Thank you for welcoming me into this ministry. May the Lord bless our shared work for His Church.”

— Dr. Tasheney Francis, LCC Director of Communications

From her first day in the office, Dr. Francis has been listening—learning the rhythms of the church, meeting ministry leaders, and getting to know the people who make this community feel like home. She has been assessing our communication tools, exploring fresh ways to connect, and imagining how our story might shine even more brightly within our church walls and beyond them.

She is quick to remind us, however, that communication is never the work of one person. It is a shared ministry.

Her hope is that the whole church works together—offering ideas, sharing events, supporting communication initiatives, engaging with released materials, sharing them widely, and providing constructive feedback. In partnership with her, we can ensure that our message remains clear, welcoming, and joyfully Christ-centred.

As she begins this journey, Dr. Francis invites every member to help shape how we celebrate our mission, nurture connections, and reach our neighbours. Whether through sharing stories, photos, and video footage of church activities, spreading the word about ministries, responding to surveys, or simply offering encouragement—each of us has a part to play.

This is a beginning—a chance to grow together in how we communicate and how we live out our calling as a Lutheran community rooted in grace, Together One.

May God bless this new season of teamwork, creativity, and connection.

We want to hear from you!

In just 10 minutes, you can shape the way we connect by filling out this survey: Scan, Share and Strengthen Our Church!

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