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Announcements
February 15, 2026
Flowers are placed on the altar by the Startin family in loving memory of Alan – husband, father, grandfather, friend.
Together in Prayer: A churchwide gathering for Tumbler Ridge, BC: All are invited to join ELCIC National Bishop Larry Kochendorfer this afternoon from 3:00 -3:30 pm PST for an online dedicated time of prayer and worship in response to the devastating and heartbreaking news from earlier this week in Tumbler Ridge, BC. In this time of grief and sorrow, we come together as a church family for an online service of prayer, lifting up all whose lives have been so deeply affect by the events in Tumbler Ridge. As part of the gathering, you are invited to share your prayers. These prayers will be gathered and shared with the community of Tumbler Ridge as a sign of our care and support. Please see the poster that follows. Click here for the Zoom link and to submit your prayer offerings.
Tonight: Being Lutheran Today: Our next session in the Being Lutheran Today series happens this evening Sunday, February 15th at 5 pm. All are welcome to attend. Just let Pastor Eric know you will be attending so we can order enough pizza. Child minding included.
Ladies Lunch this Tuesday: The ELW Women’s Group are planning another luncheon for this Tuesday, February 17that 12:15 pm. We are going to Sun Star Restaurant, at 631 Lougheed Highway (in the Ramada Inn). Please let Linda Berry know if you are able to come or if you need a ride (604-937-7349). We always have a great time and it is a good chance to visit with each other. All welcome & we hope you will join us!
Notice of Annual Congregational Meeting: Our Annual General Meeting is taking place next Sunday, February 22ndas close to noon as possible. Please save the date, and plan on attending as you are able. Additionally, all are invited to bring something to contribute to our potluck lunch, that we will enjoy immediately following the service and before the AGM meeting begins. The AGM documents will be distributed electronically next week. Please let Sherry in the office knows if you would prefer a printed copy instead.
Soup & Sing: On Wednesday, February 25th, we will again be offering Soup and Sing, where we gather for a meal of soup and bread followed by Holden Evening Prayer Service at 6:45 pm. There is a sign-up sheet available on the Ushers should you wish to bring soup or contribute bread on each of the successive midweek Wednesdays that precede Holy Week. During Holy Week we will be offering Soup and Sing on Maundy Thursday instead. All are welcome to attend one or both events of these weekly events as you are able.
Daily Devotional Survey: The devotional booklets Eternity for Today and Christ in Our Home are no longer being distributed through the mail slots. They are instead available to be picked up on the literature table at the front entrance of the church. Please help yourself to the available devotional material there. We would also like to know how many people are actually using the material so that we can ensure our subscription is accurate. Please sign your name on the sheet available on the ushers table if you would like a copy of either devotional as they become available.
All are Invited to WDP service:World Day of Prayer is an international, ecumenical movement which enables us to hear the thoughts of women from all parts of the world: their hopes, concerns and prayers. For 2026, a committee of Christian women from Nigeria wrote the service. Included are stories from three women who describe their personal journeys and how their faith in God kept them motivated to persevere. We will be watching the World Day of Prayer video on Tuesday, March 10th at 1 pm, followed by refreshments. All are invited to watch the video, stay for refreshments & then join in and enjoy the conversation afterwards.
Bishop Larry Reflects on Solidarity Visit : ELCIC National Bishop Larry Kochendorfer reflects upon his recent solidarity visit to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land. Watch the full video here.
Prayer Service for Peace in Ukraine: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (1110 Gladnwin Drive, North Vancouver, BC) is hosting a prayer service marking the 4th year of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Sunday, March 1 at 2 pm. See the poster that follows. If you wish to carpool to this event, please call the office.
Installation of Rev. Erik Parker: Rev. Erik Parker will be installed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on Sunday, March 1st at 2 pm. All are welcome. See the poster that follows.
Lenten Resources:
Prayer Vigils for Climate Justice: Each Tuesday evening during Lent, 5:00-5:30 pm, , the ELCIC and its synods are hosting a Prayer Vigil for Climate justice. Feb. 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31. Please register here to join the vigils live and/or to receive a link to the recording. See the poster that follows.
Global Systemic Carbon Fast: The World Council of Churches (WCC) invites you to participate in a Global Systemic Carbon Fast: a faith-rooted journey through Lent. For more information, please click here.
Next Sunday: Conversations Across the Church – February 22: The next in the series of conversations across the church with Bishop Larry Kochendorfer takes place on next Sunday, February 22. Join Bishop Larry to reflect on the 40th anniversary of the ELCIC which we are celebrating this year. You can register here.
Youth Justice Camp: BC Synod is hosting a Youth Camp later this year from August 10-14 at Loon Lake Lodge in Maple Ridge. It is open to all youth ages 11 to 18. If you are interested in helping in any capacity with this event, please contact the synod office at bcsynod@elcic.ca.
Singing in the Lutheran Tradition: A LTS Course: Our Saskatoon Seminary is hosting a Zoom Based Course exploring Lutheran Hymnody and its role in shaping faith. It will run Mondays, 5:00–8:00 pm | Jan 5–Feb 13and Mar 9–Apr 20. This course is open to everyone. For more information and to register contact Colleen Walker, Registrar at colleen.walker@saskatoontheologicalunion.ca
2026 LWF Peace Messengers Training: If you are an ELCIC member between the ages of 18 and 30 years, consider applying for the LWF Peace Messengers Training offered by Lutheran World Federation to empower and equipe young people to act as peace multipliers and create more peaceful and just societies. For information click here.
‘Every Square Foot Counts’ – Educational Opportunities for Congregations:
This month’s blog post is “Tell Your Story: Communication Strategies for Church Building,” which invites congregations to reflect on how their buildings are seen and understood by their neighbourhoods. Read post here.
ignYte Return it Express Account: You’re invited to support our ignYte Youth Ministry with your recyclables. See the instructions on the bulletin board.
Compassionate Justice and Creation Care:
Climate Conversation Equipping Events: The Local and Congregational Engagement working group of For the Love of Creation is offering training events for people engaged in climate justice. If interested, hold the dates: Thursday, February 26 at 9:30 am-11:30 am(register here) or Wednesday, March 4 at 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.(register here). For more information, please send an email to pgehrs@elcic.ca.
Climate Justice in Court Webinar: Join Citizens for Public Justice (CPJ) for Climate Justice in Court: civil society and climate advocates driving change through the legal system on February 17, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. EST to learn how Canadians are fighting back against deregulation and unchecked economic development. To join this Zoom webinar, please register here.
Decolonizing Ourselves: Learning Through Story: Come hear traditional storytellers Louise Halfe, Dr. Kathy Walker, and Simon Bird share creation stories that are relevant to decolonization today. Held online over two evenings, Tuesday, February 17 and Thursday, February 19 at 7:00 p.m. CST (please check this time in your time zone). For more information and to register, please click here.
Celebrate Love with Thursdays in Black: On Valentine’s Day – celebrated on February 14 in many countries – the World Council of Churches Thursdays in Black campaign is celebrating love with a new set of ready-to-send social media cards. For more information and to download these resources, please click here. For more information on the Thursdays in Black campaign, please click here.
February is Black History Month
February is Black History Month – a time where we recognize and give thanks for the history, heritage and contributions of People of African Descent in Canada and other places around the world. Please take note of the following resources available for your use:
