The Delegate Daily
The Official Delegates Report
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Daily Agenda
Wednesday, May 6
7:30 am
8:30 am
8:50 am
9:45 am
10:00 am
11:00 am
Breakfast
Devotions
Essayist
Recess
Business Session 6
- Resolutions Committee 2
Door Prizes
Closing Service
ADJOURNMENT
Election Results
BOD - Directors at Large
Rev. Don Schieman,
Mr. Robert Klages,
Mr. David Faerber,
Mr. Kent Schappert,
Mr. Reg Tiegs
Talking with God
In today’s essayist presentation,
we learned that prayer is a form
of two-way communication which
can only begin in the loving heart
of God. He who created us for a
relationship with Him and with
others did not abandon us when
sin entered creation. He promised
to restore the relationship which
existed in the beginning and gave
us His Son Jesus Christ. Therefore, God is the one who restores
communication through Jesus. Christ is in our midst through
Word and Sacraments.
Pray continually. Speak with God. Not only in words, but also
through living a life expressing the presence of God in your heart.
Loving our Neighbours
Mill Neck Deaf Ministry in NY provides employment services
for deaf students who have graduated from their academic
programs. Among the many services that their ministry provides
are: monetary grants, support for after-school programs, and
sign language summer camps for hearing impaired children. The
organization’s motto says it all: “For the deaf, by the deaf, with
the deaf.”
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all
circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ
Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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Volunteer Thank You
Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make
this convention possible:
Your Local Arrangements Committee:
- Stephen Klinck (chair)
- Rev. Rick Frey
- Rev. Andy Schroth
- Doris Schaeffer
- Rev. Robert Krestick
- Bob Reid
- Rev. Dr. James Keller
- Audrey Weber
- Darryll Holland
- Josh Gajdos
- Rev. Paul Zabel
- Rev. Larry Gajdos
- Ilene Fortin
Bible Translation Update
Lutheran Bible Translator’s Rev Mike Kuhn joined
us in convention sharing with us some of the work the
Lord has been doing through him. He shared some of his
unique challenges including working around a population
consisting almost completely of Muslims. He invites
everyone to join him in the ministry through financial,
personal and especially prayer support so that the lifesaving Word of God may reach every corner of the earth.
We also want to thank our pages for the past few
days:
- June Millard
- Gerta Stephan
- Glenn Kahle
- Eva Becht
- Lesley Kahle
- Paul Otterman
- Katie Kahle
- Daniel Mellecke
- Marg Letter
- Adelma Mellecke
- Lilly Hill
- Doris Schaeffer
We would also like to thank those who volunteered
with Welcome and Hospitality:
- Catherine Allen
- Ruthann Moore
- Melva Bowman
- Kim Pape
- Darla Budan
- Jane Ryan
- Wilma Campbell
- Julie Ryan
- Jane Ford
- Udi Scott
- Rev. Rick Frey
- Leo Tobi
- Jamie Hill
Thank you to many others who worked so hard
these past days:
Convention Photographer: Chris Bruer
District Communications Committee: David Zakel,
James Gerber, Joshua Gajdos, Paul Beckett, Rev.
John Makey, Rev. Joel Kuhl (resigned)
Assistant Secretary: Darla Budan
Convention Office: Marjorie Wilde and Ilene Fortin
Please deposit your lanyard, name tags,
feedback and expense forms in the boxes
provided in the convention hall.
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Reports from Synod
President: Rev. Robert Bugbee (on Monday) shared with
us the continued growth of Christ’s church in the mission
fields of Cambodia, Ukraine and other parts of the world.
Missions: Dr. Leonardo Neitzel expressed his gratitude
to God and the East District members for their continuing
support of mission endeavours, both here in Canada and
abroad. He urged the delegates and guests to always seek
out opportunities to spread the Good News of our Lord
Jesus Christ and His work of Salvation.
Financial Stewardship: Dwayne Cleave gave a synopsis
of the financial blessings of the synod in relation to the
current economic environment. He outlined that even
with the current struggles out west and within the general
economy, God continues to bless his church.
Communications: Mathew Block reminded us that the
new tools we have in the internet age can be used to inreach to our own congregations, and also to start building
relationships through outreach to our neighbours.
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Jubilarian & Memorial Service
The Order of Service was conducted by Rev. Dr. James Keller. Rev. Nolan Astley preached about the word
‘abide’ and how, although it has many meanings, it carries with it a permanence as we abide in Jesus, the Vine.
Anniversary Celebrants:
25 Years:
Rev. Richard French
Rev. Warren Hamp
Rev. Jack Hetzel
Rev. Les Hohner
Rev. William Kramer
Rev. Gary Kuenzel
Rev. Duane Peters
Rev. Mart Salumae
Rev. Paul Schallhorn
Rev. Frank Silver
Rev. Roland Syens
Rev. Paul Williams
Deacon Stan Diehl
In Memory of:
Rev. Matthias Krey
Rev. Howard Kuhl
Rev. Mel Murray
Rev. Harold Patzer
Rev. Aaron Rubach
Rev. Roy Wicke
Lois Juritsch (Rev. Richard Juritsch)
Marilyn Koehler (Rev. Wilbur Koehler)
Edna Rubach (Rev. Aaron Rubach)
Esther Tepker (Rev. Erwin Tepker)
40 Years:
Rev. Gilvan de Azevedo
Rev. Dieter Kays
Rev. Robert Krestick
Rev. William Mundt
50 Years:
Rev. Robert Cole
Rev. Konstantin Hahn
Rev. John Kiifner
Rev. Paul Pollex
Rev. Lester Prusha
60 Years:
Rev. Wilbur Koehler
Rev. Marcus Kuehn
Rev. Roland Miller
Rev. John Obeda
Rev. Gerald Scholz
Rev. Lloyd Wentzlaff
Say Cheese!
63 Years:
Rev. Richard Wukasch
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From the Breakout Sessions:
Joyfully in Mission: ‘Mission’ means so much more than foreign locations
or door-to-door evangelism. ‘Mission’ as described in the Bible involves
sharing the Gospel in word and deed. Christ calls His redeemed people to
be His ambassadors, pointing others to Him.
To be joyful in mission involves first receiving and knowing well the
Gospel ourselves, then relaying that message with trust and joy. We can
do so joyfully, having the confidence and hope to proudly bear the name of
Jesus.
Abuse Prevention: In a PowerPoint presentation, Ken Hall from Robertson Hall Insurance (used by Erb and
Erb) explained that cases of abuse, especially those involving children, are not just the perceived big city, big
congregation problems. In fact, cases of abuse more often occur in small and rural congregations. Responsibility
falls on church councils to implement and follow abuse policy guidelines, which include: required background
checks, determining who may be placed in positions of trust, etc. A Supreme Court of Canada ruling in 1999
made not-for-profit organizations responsible for abuse which happened to children in their care. A 7-point abuse
policy checklist of essentials was provided, and point #3 - Screening was expounded. Discussion went into ‘Who
needs to be screened,’ and ‘types of criminal record checks and re-checks.’ Many resources and helpful tips were
explained, and many handouts provided.
Business
- Minutes for May 3rd and 4th, adopted.
- Resolutions: 15-1-03; 15-1-04; 15-1-05; 15-1-07
were adopted.
- Resolution 15-2-01b was referred back to
committee
- Greetings were received from Canadian Lutheran
World Relief, Concordia Lutheran Mission Society,
Concordia University of Edmonton, Lutherwood and
Lutheran Bible Translators of Canada
Report From Synod: Continued
Worker Benefits Plan: Dwayne Cleave outlined the
challenges facing the plan and included a summary of
the switch in types of pensions and how the ABC crisis
may affect the pension plan for the East District.
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