Jun2022
Lutheran Services: Dr Leena Vuorinen Reports
Chair of the Council for Lutheran Services, Dr Leena Vuorinen, presents her first report to Synod.
Jun2022
Crises no Impediment to School Growth
Lutheran School enrolments grew in 2022, prompted by the quality of online learning and spiritual support during times of crisis.
Jun2022
Engaging Young People in our Churches: Workshop
A workshop about engaging with and retaining young people in our churches as it becomes increasingly difficult, was held during the Saturday afternoon session.
Jun2022
Ministry & Mission Report: Synod means “Walking Together.”
Acting Director Kathy Matuschska delivered the Ministry & Mission report, and spoke about Synod meaning “walking together”.
Jun2022
Jun2022
Synod 2022 District Bishop’s Report
Bishop Mark Vainikka reflected on his first 12 months in the role.
Jun2022
Rite of Welcome to New Pastors at Synod 2022
On Friday night at Synod 2022, Pastors Dan Mueller, Reid Matthias, Paul Hage, Kees Sturm, and new graduate Ben Graham were welcomed to the District. Bishop Mark Vainikka received them with joy!
Jun2022
Jun2022
Synod 2022 Welcome to Country
Synod gathered on Friday evening with a welcome, and Welcome to Country by Concordia Lutheran College student Jarkara Tapau.
Jun2022
Welcome, Antioch Lutheran Church!
It is with great joy that Synod has accepted an application for membership from Antioch Lutheran Church.