Synod Youth Gathering (ELCIC)
May 3-5, 2024
Kuriakos is excited to host this year's regional Youth Gathering for the ELCIC.
The theme is "Breathe", with Keynote Speaker Rev. Mick Macintyre, where we will explore what it means to take a breath before we take action in our world, and discover the power of God in this space.
More information is available from the Synod or from your church... but we encourage you to gather your group, and we're looking forward to seeing you here!
Weekly Bible Studies
Jesus, Authority and Signs of the End
September 21 to October 26
Thursdays at 9am
With leadership by Rev. Kate Zaiser
Based on Matthew 21-25, we'll explore Jesus's teachings in Jerusalem. It's a great opportunity to learn more about the Word of God and connect with others in the Kuriakos community. We meet every week on Zoom for an hour of lively discussion and fellowship. Don't miss it!
Weekly Bible Studies are hosted on Zoom. Register through the link above.
Some Past Bible studies are available as videos on our YouTube channel.
All Bible Studies are free to attend.
Suggested donation of $50/series to Kuriakos or your local Lutheran Bible Camp.
Campfire & Carols
December 18, 7pm
Get into the Christmas spirit by singing along with Kuriakos!
We'll join each other from our homes and share some of our favourite hymns and songs.
Keep your Christmas songbook handy! Guest leaders and song requests are welcome.
SESSIONS
Introduction to Leadership
Faith & Leadership
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Thinking Outside the Box
Time is Money
Child Development
Inclusion
Impact
Mentoring
Lead On!
Summer CampS
Age 8-16
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Age 6-11
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Virtual Resources
Backyard CampOut
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We will have our check-in all together on August 16th at 6:30pm before our evening Campfire... and you can all share what you and your family did for your campout!
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Deadline is October 20
Young Adult Leadership Development Program
January - May 2022, 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 7-8:30pm
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another". - Proverbs 27:17
Join a group of young leaders (18+) for monthly virtual gatherings. As this is a community learning environment, we do ask that you register, and make every effort to attend all sessions, however there is no fee for this program. Each session will include a lesson and discussion on a different aspect of leadership and faith development. With special guests and professional speakers on a variety of topics, we're excited to learn and grow together.
Family Getaways
Family Getaways I + II
Aug 2-4 + 4-6, 2021 - DATES LIKELY TO CHANGE - AUGUST PLAN TO BE ANNOUNCED BY JUNE 15. Look at Community Camping instead!
Family Getaway III
Aug 8-10, 2021 - DATES LIKELY TO CHANGE - AUGUST PLAN TO BE ANNOUNCED BY JUNE 15. Look at Community Camping instead!
This program is planned specially for families with busy summer schedules. Supervised activities for children are provided each morning and, and family activities each afternoon, allowing parents to enjoy a vacation and enjoy camp with their family.
For the fullest experience, stay for the
week. If you're short on time, try just 1-2 nights. Choose camp
accommodations or bring your own RV/tent.
Click here for more information on What to Expect at
Family Camps.
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
July 19-23, 9am to noon
age 6-11, older kids and adults encouraged to volunteer
$5/day ($25 for the week)
"JESUS MEETS" - Campers will explore how and where God meets us, through crafts, games, skits, and songs.
A daily themed snack is included!
Download the Registration Form
Please contact the church to register.
403-340-1022
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
(Monday July 5th/ Friday July 9th) (Tuesday July 6th/ Saturday July 10th) (Wednesday July 7th/ Sunday July 11th)
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9:30-10:00 am Worship 9:30-10:00 am Worship
10:00-10:30 am Bible Study 10:00-10:30 am Bible Study
2:00-3:00 pm on-site Afternoon Activities 2:00-3:00 pm on-site Afternoon Activities
3:30-4:30 pm online Afternoon Activities 3:30-4:30 pm online Afternoon Activities
7:30-8:00 pm Campfire Worship 7:30-8:00 pm Campfire Worship
8:00-8:30 pm Bible Study 8:00-8:30 pm Bible Study
Sing-along
4th SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 7PM
We host a monthly Virtual Sing-Along.
Join us as a family to worship together.
This informal gathering is a chance to request favourite hymns or camp songs. Bring your piano, guitar, flute... and jump in to share a song of your choice, or ask if somone else knows the one you love!
Next Sing-Along: May 23
NEW - Sign in 10 minutes ahead for "Fellowship Time"
Thursdays at 9am
Threads of awe and compassion woven through the fabric of humanity
Awe is an experience of wonder that often has qualities of vastness or reverence to it. Compassion is a process of noticing suffering and taking action to alleviate suffering. Come explore how awe and compassion weave through Christianity and other spiritual and religious traditions. In this 4-part series, participants will explore awe and compassion in sacred texts and traditions while also reflecting on personal experiences and practices.
Rev. Daranne Harris is a theologian-scientist who brings together the heart and science of compassion. This calling reflects her pastoral heart and doctoral research on how experiences of awe relate to the practice of compassion. In 2019, she founded Catalyzing Compassion, which offers compassion education and brings together a community to advance the practice of compassion for self and others.
Thursdays at 9am
In this 4-week study, we will explore what it means to live as Baptised people. We will look at a Lutheran understanding of baptism, and discover ways to affirm and celebrate our baptism in our everyday lives, on special occasions, and in different seasons.
Renew Spiritual Retreat for Women
April 9-11, 2021 | ages 16+ | Suggested donation of $50
You're invited to connect on Zoom and make space for a personal retreat at home. This is a weekend for women to come together to be renewed - in their faith, in their life, in their relationships.
Breath, Laughter, Colour, and Movement. Join in as we explore a number of different prayer practices with Rev. Bev Swanson, Hannah Rude, Susan Freeland (certified Laughter Yoga Instructor), and Kendra Freeland.
Between sessions, take time to relax, reflect, pray and engage in personal retreat practices.
This weekend runs at a slower pace than many of our retreats, with an intentional focus on rest and spiritual renewal; however we will still have lots of fun, laughter, worship, and growth.
Praying in Colour is led by an experienced facilitator. For a preview and some great resources, look at prayingincolor.com
Thursdays at 9am
In this Lenten devotional, the words of scripture and the poetry of Emily Dickinson will be our guides. Each week, biblical texts and Dickinson’s poems throw light on each other, pointing toward simple, powerful practices you can try yourself, with your family or friends, or in concert with your congregation.
Rev. Sean Bell will lead us through reflection and discussion on these texts and poems.
Hello, my name is Sean Bell and I’m the Chaplain of Luther College at the University of Regina. Luther College is both a High School and University Campus in Regina. I grew up in Southern Alberta and have been involved with many Lutheran ministries: attended CLBI ('94 to '96), was a camp counsellor at Kinasao ('95 and '97), served as the director of Mulhurst ('02 and '03), was ordained as a Pastor ('09), and served two Alberta parishes ('09 to '19). I look forward to going on this exploration of poetry and themes of Lent with you!
Faith, Grief, & COVID-19
Wednesday evenings 7-8:30 pm, January 20 to February 10
A facilitated discussion through Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries
Visit their website for more information
With Pastor Doug Heine of the ELCIC Alberta Synod CARE Team
This conversation is based on a resource that addresses the questions so many of us are facing during this pandemic: How do we understand and process grief as people of faith? How can we support vulnerable and grieving members of our community while practicing physical distancing? Where can we find hope and joy in this season?
Four short films feature insights from a panel of experts with knowledge and experience in the fields of counselling, psychology, theology, and palliative care. These films are followed by discussion and sharing.
