On Saturday, September 16th, the food bank and community lunch program run by the Wesley Mimico United Church (WMUC) returned to the basement of Martin Luther Church (MLC) after the summer, welcoming people of all ages, races and economic circumstances. The…
Our Congregational Newsletter for October and November 2017 is ready to download and read. In This Issue: Pastor Dr. Christian Ceconi writes “Celebrating like never before!” • Renovation Update • Thanksgiving Food Drive • Christmas Play: Call For Volunteers •…
Come and Be a Part of the Reformation Events in Toronto leading up to Octobers end! You will have the chance to celebrate inspiring events and services around the commemoration of Reformation in Toronto. Make sure you don’t miss them!…
Since January 2017, four members of the Martin Luther Church congregation are being trained as lay preachers: Friedrich Brunzema, Tanya Zielke, Iris Schweiger and Katja Brittain, whose interview follows below. 1) How long have you been coming to the MLC?…
Psalms. Their origins date back thousands of years in the history of the Jewish, Egyptian, Christian communities. Liturgically, however, the old songs have not lost their power over all this time – we too, dear congregation, have paid homage to…
We cordially invite you to a New–in-Canada information session on Friday September 8, 2017 from 7 to 9 pm in Martin Luther Church. Experts will give tips and insights in living and working in Canada: How does the tax work…
What have 19 volunteers done so far? Logged almost 200 hours of work Ducts are installed Walls painted Flooring installed Lights mounted Office staff and furniture moved back upstairs What do we still want to do? Completion of room below offices…
Here is our Congregational Newsletter for August and September 2017. Ready to download and read. In This Issue: Pastor Dr. Christian Ceconi writes “With God’s Grace in Our Hearts and Hands” • Back of Church Renovation • Summer Camp 2017:…
Since January 2017, four members of the Martin Luther Church congregation are being trained as lay preachers: Katja Brittain, Tanya Zielke, Iris Schweiger and Friedrich Brunzema, whose interview follows below. 1) How long have you been coming to the MLC?…
On Tuesday June 5, 2017, we arrived in the historic town of Wittenberg, Germany. With the beautiful market square in the background, we made our way to our tent and introduced ourselves to the other congregation members from South Africa…
The back office hasn’t had a renovation since the 1980s, so it was ample time that the back office got a refresh with new paint, flooring and most importantly new ductwork. The ductwork was done very quickly in June and…
Since January 2017, four members of the Martin Luther Church congregation are being trained as lay preachers: Katja Brittain, Friedrich Brunzema, Tanya Zielke and Iris Schweiger. Iris kindly consented to be the first interviewee for this news feature: 1)…
Fundraising Update Fundraising for Martin Luther Church's renovation project has made great progress so far thanks to the generosity of congregation members and friends of our church. As of July 2017, we have met 90% of our fundraising goal of…
Summer is a special time at Martin Luther Church. The basement is alive with the daycare children all day. Our Canada Summer Job interns Jenny and Nicholas are working on special projects. Volunteers and local construction businesses are helping to…
The camp team is busy preparing an exciting and fun-filled program including celebration of worship, adult, youth, and children bible studies including crafts and activities, a zip line, a beach day, a night on a deserted island and much more!…
This year, our outdoor service is on Sunday, June 18th at 11:00 am. It will take place at Sidrabene Retreat Centre (5100 Appleby Line, Burlington, ON, north of 407) because Camp Edgewood is unavailable. We invite you to join our…
When: Tuesday June 13th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Where: George R. Gauld Junior School, 200 Melrose St. (located near Royal York Road and Lake Shore Blvd West) A NEW LOCATION Come join the community for an evening of…
Here is our Congregational Newsletter for June and July 2017. Ready to download and read. Lots of information! In This Issue: Vicar Catharina Klein writes "A Different Perspective on Things", Confirmation on Pentecost, Party in the Park, Church Picnic, Lutheran Table…
Martin Luther Church is pleased to introduce our new vicar, Catharina Klein, who arrived in Toronto late April 2017 from Germany and will serve in our church for one year. Prior to joining our church, Catharina (better known as Thara) served…
Erik, Holden, Thomas and Willem will be confirmed during the joint service on June 4 at 11:00 am. Please come in large numbers to the Pentecost service and let the confirmands experience being part of a joyous faith community. The…