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January 17, 2012

PRAYERS:  (View District Prayer Calendar here) Bryans family . . . Please keep the Bryans family in prayer following the peaceful passing of Mrs. Ruth Bryans, mother of Pastor Robert Bryans (vacancy pastor at Emmanuel-Beamsville). Loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Visitation at L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St., St. Marys, today (Tuesday, Jan 17) from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 115 Cambria St., Stratford on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 11:00 am with Rev. Timothy Teuscher officiating. Interment in St. Marys Cemetery. Memorial donations to LWML, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church-Stratford, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca . Rev. Wayne Geick and family (Augsburg) . . . While the Geick family was in Pittsburg last week to attend the funeral for Pat’s mother, Pastor Wayne Geick fell victim to a heart attack. Pat writes, “We are home now and will be busy getting the proper doctors that he needs. Praise God that the stent worked! Please ask for healing and God's strength as we approach the days ahead!” Memorial Service . . .   (Jan 21) A memorial service is planned for LAMP Missionary Pilot, Steven Dreher, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 108 David St., Mitchel, ON, on Sat., January 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm. Host Pastor: Rev. Gerry Luck. LAMP executive Ron Ludke will be present to participate in the service. All friends of LAMP in southwestern Ontario are invited to join this special service. Steve Dreher served 13+ years as LAMP missionary pilot before his untimely death on Nov. 10th in an airplane crash in Colorado. For more information, contact Pastor Ted Radke, LAMP Board of Directors, at 519 348 4363 or at ted.radke@sympatico.ca Mission Prayers — http://lutheranchurch.ca/missions.php ANNOUNCMENTS:  (Event details here) Notice of Meeting (US citizens in Canada) . . .    (Feb 15) In order to assist the pastors and church workers of our East District who are currently United States Citizens, have been U.S. Citizens, or who have family members who currently are or who have been United States citizens to comply with the U.S. Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative now being pursued by the U.S. Government — a meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 15th beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church-Kitchener. Mrs. Christine Stranz, a Senior Tax Manager from BDO Canada and a United States Tax Group Practice Leader, will be present at this meeting to provide the steps and to give advice as to how best to comply with this Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative that is now being required of all present and former U.S. Citizens. All pastors and church workers who are currently or who have been US citizens are strongly encouraged to attend!!   Looking for ‘Delta Chi’ Nominees . . .   (before Jan 18) Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines, has the privilege of recognising the significant contribution of servants of God in LCC each year. The highest and most distinguished award is called “Delta Chi”, meaning “Servant of Christ”. Normally awarded at the Call Service in May, the Delta Chi Medal is presented to an individual, either clergy or lay, whose life exemplifies service to Christ in his/her everyday living and vocation. Any member of LCC may nominate for this award. Please send nominations to the seminary, c/o Linda Lantz at Concordia@brocku.ca before January 18th, 2012. Seminars — January 20, 21, 22  . . . Watch for a trio of Seminaries by Rev. Christian C. Tiews to be held Jan 20, Jan 21, and Jan 22, 2012 sponsored by Resurrection Lutheran Church and Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary in St. Catharines. Seminar topics are (respectively): “Proclaiming Christ in a Moralistic Therapeutic Deistic Culture”; “Does Christ have a place in a Whatever Society?” and “Looking for Luther...in Ontario?” Visit www.lcceastdistrict.ca/events2012.htm for dates, locations and more details or contact by email at Pastor Kurt Lantz or 905-688-1226.   ATTN: Campus Ministry Partners & Campus Students . . .  I invite you and all your students to the upcoming conference at Brock University, St. Catharines, ON.  Rev. Christian Tiews of Grace Lutheran Church, Tulsa, OK, will be presenting "Does Christ Have a Place in a Whatever Society?" (see notice above) Poster and Agenda at http://www.lcceastdistrict.ca/events2012.htm . The conference is free, aside from lunch. I hope you can come. Pastor Lantz EDLYA Winter Retreat . . .  (Jan 27-29) Once again it is time for the winter retreat :) This year it will be held Jan 27-29 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Fonthill, Ontario. Our guest speaker is Pastor Kurt Lantz, and our topic is “Private Confession and Absolution.” This retreat will also be featuring Muffin Mania - show off your baking skills and bring a dozen (or more) of your most scrumptious muffins. We are also hoping to have some winter fun, weather permitting, so please bring your winter gear and your toboggans if you have the room. Also, please bring your skates for some on-ice fun following lunch on Sunday. Register at www.edlya.com. New: HLMS Annual Meeting . . .   (Jan 29) All are cordially invited to the 29th Annual Meeting of the Haiti Lutheran Mission Society on Sunday January 29th, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. in Christ Lutheran Church, Russell Ave., St. Catharines. Pictures of the Lutheran Churches that were rebuilt in Haiti with Canadian donations will be displayed. Refreshments will be served. Download a poster here.   Reminder: Convention Workbook Reports . . .    (due Feb 1) Who: All District departments, District committees, LCC Synod, Auxiliaries, LSO’s, Institutions of Higher Learning (CLTS, CLS, CUCA) What: The Convention report explains activities and changes within your department, committee, or organization during this past triennium and outlines expectations and plans for the next triennium. Your reports will help guide and form convention overtures and direct future District policies. Where: submit your report to info@lcceastdistrict.ca or by mail to the District office Reminder: Convention Lay Delegate Credentials . . .   (past due) We’re still missing lay delegate credentials for over twenty congregations. Your lay delegate provides your congregation’s voice and vote during the District convention. We encourage you to submit your authorized lay delegate name as soon as possible. Thanks. Notice: Nominations for Circuit Counsellors still open . . .   (due Feb 1) Nominations are still allowed for Circuit Counsellor up until February 1, 2012. Nominations for all other positions are now closed. If your congregation has not yet submitted a Circuit Counsellor Nomination, you may still do so using the attached form. The Social Ministry Committee needs your help . . . Anticipating the re-design of the District’s website, the Social Ministry Committee (Dept. for Outreach) solicits your suggestions as we compile a list of available resources & speakers for:    1.  Sanctity of life    2.  Relief and refugee issues    3.  Youth / young adults    4.  Marriage / family    5.  Institutional and community outreach    6.  Special needs    7.  Health issues Please forward your suggestions to any member of the Social Ministry Committee: Paul Otterman (ottermanpl@linetap.com); Norm Sonnenberg (normsonnenberg@hotmail.com); Rev. Siem Manna (smanna@rogers.com); Bill King (marleneking@sympatico.ca) Chocolate, Wine & Roses . . .   (Feb 10) Wondering what to do for Valentine’s Day? How about an evening of Fine Dining and Music at Hernder’s Estate Wines (1607 8th Avenue St. Catharines / www.hernder.com ), Friday, February 10th, 2012 @ 6:00pm. Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary presents “Chocolate, Wine & Roses.” Musical presentations by CCMA winner, JUNO nominee and vocalist Tara Lyn Hart.  www.TaraLynHart.com. Tickets are $30 each or 2 for $50, for the full event, or $15 each for entertainment only (at 7:30pm). Please contact Linda at the Seminary 905 688-2362 ext. 22 or concordia@brocku.ca for more details. Reserve your ticket today. Proceeds from the dinner theatre and silent auction go to CLTS, St. Catharines. There will be a silent auction again this year. If you have anything to donate, please bring your items in to the seminary or contact Linda to arrange for pick up. Items should be at the seminary no later than February 3rd. This may be your last chance to hear Tara Lyn Hart entertain at the seminary’s dinner theatre as Tara will be joining her husband Perry on vicarage this coming year. 2012 Annual Meeting & Mission Festival (CLMS) . . .   (Feb 12) Concordia Lutheran Mission Society will hold its annual meeting at Christ Our King Lutheran Church-Mississauga between 2:40 - 3:00 pm on Feb 12th to provide brief update on the Societies activities and cover financial reports, new projects and Board election results. A Mission Festival Service with Rev. Dr. Ralph Mayan will follow at 3:00 to 5:00 pm focusing on the theme, “Healing in Nicaragua through Children’s education.” Chicken & roast potato dinner to follow. Guests are asked to bring a table-ready dessert. Contact coklutheran@christourking.ca or 905-822-8931. See bulletin HERE. Confirmand Retreat – Fisherville . . .    (Feb 24-26) Trinity Lutheran Church in Fisherville is hosting their annual Confirmand Retreat under the theme, “So Now What? The Six Chief Parts and your Life!” Register before February 15th at $35 per person (after Feb 15th at $40 per person). Click HERE to see schedule and brochure. Deadline: Applications for Vicar or Intern . . .    (Mar 1) All applications for Vicar or Intern must be at the District Office by March 1st. New: Confirmand Day at the Sem . . .     (Mar 12) Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines, is planning another visit for confirmation classes for Monday, March 12, 2012. Pastors please bring your classes. The contact person is Rev. Dr. Jim Keller here at the seminary (905-688-2362 at ext 26; email jkeller@brocku.ca). The day’s events include: Chapel service @ 10:30; a tour of the seminary; lunch on us; and a swim at Brock’s pool.  Higher Things Youth Retreat . . .  (Mar. 16, 2012) St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mount Forest is hosting a Higher Things Retreat again this year. Guest Speaker, Rev. William Cwirla, explores the intersection of science and faith. This year’s topic is “Believing in an Age of Skepticism.” Download an info packet at www.lcceastdistrict.ca/events2012.htm or www.higherthings.org/retreats/ucevents.html  or register online at www.higherthings.org/retreats . Contact: email Rev. David Saar or call 519-323-4844. Retired Pastors’ Gathering . . .  (June 1)   Retired Pastors mark your calendars for June 1st when we’ll meet in Canada's Railway Capital at the historic station, 750 Talbot St., St. Thomas. The usual meal (roast beef), a brief meeting, and several optional tours available. RSVP info to follow in the spring. Click HERE for more details. Older Adults Ministry Event . . .   (June 20)   The Ninth Annual Older Adult Ministry EVENT will take place in Stratford on June 20, 2012. Complete information is included on the District web calendar. The event is for anyone over 55, but primarily for leaders of Seniors' Groups in congregations and pastors emeriti. Congregational Anniversaries in 2012 . . . (anniversary events are scheduled throughout 2012, check here for more) 100th Anniversary — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Stratford 100th Anniversary — Christ Lutheran Church, St. Catharines 150th Anniversary — First St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hanover CONVENTION NOTES: 2012 East District Convention . . .   (May 6-9, 2012) Location — Blue Mountain Resort, Collingwood, ON   Host Circuit — Hanover Host Parish — Christ Our Hope, Collingwood, ON Host Pastor — Rev. Ken Maher Theme —  “Jesus Lights the Way” John 8:12 Essayist:  Dr. Carl Fickenscher, Assoc. Prof. of Pastoral Ministry and Missions; Dean of Certification & Pastoral Education, Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN  (see bio here) Topic — “Nurturing the faith in the home.” Milestone Dates:      ~   Past Due — Lay Delegate Credentials not already submitted, should be sent to the District office as soon as possible. ~  Feb 01, 2012 — Nominations due for Circuit Counsellor only. (all other nominations are closed). ~  Feb 01, 2012 — Workbook Reports due (from all District departments & committees, auxiliaries, LSOs)  (send to District Office) ~  Mar 10, 2012 — Overtures due   (send to District Office in triplicate) CALLS:  Rev. Michael Meleg, Pembroke, ON (Christ-Petawawa) TO St. Peter's-Port Colborne/Faith-Dunnville Accepted   Installation: Feb. 12, 2012 —      3:00 pm @ St. Peter’s, Port Colborne. Meal to follow.      7:00 pm @ Faith, Dunnville. Refreshments to follow. Members of this new dual parish are pleased and excited to welcome one and all to the installation of their new pastor. LCC and LCMS Clergy are welcome and encouraged to attend one or both services (red stoles). Rev. Gregory Lucido, Marietta, GA (Military Chaplain) TO Messiah Lutheran Church, Waterloo, ON Considering . . .

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