Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

Member church of the Lutheran World Federation

Homepage

Homepage
Eastern Synod of the ELCIC

The Eastern Synod is one of five synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, consisting of 176 congregations and approximately 50,000 baptized members from Sault Ste Marie, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Contact Us
Bishop’s Table
Reconciling In Christ

The Eastern Synod is a member of Reconciling In Christ (RIC) which advocates for the acceptance, full participation, and liberation of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions within the Lutheran Church. To learn more or to find an RIC congregation near you, please click the button below.

Find A RIC Church Near You
Pathways
Pathways for Ministry

Your Eastern Synod Team is committed to providing wrap-around love and accompaniment to Congregations, Ministry Areas and Communities in transition.

Take The First Step
Benevolence
Our Benevolence Story

Our Benevolence Story is new resource highlighting the ways your benevolence offering supports the work of ministry in four key areas: The Wider Church, Martin Luther University College, Congregations and Leaders. This new resource is available in a wide variety of formats to support a variety of distribution methods.

Our Benevolence Story
previous arrowprevious arrow
next arrownext arrow

Treasurers/Financial Info

View All

Resources

View All

From The Bishop’s Desk

Think Again

I picked up a new book. I could only read a few chapters at a time without....well....thinking. Adam Grant's Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know, a...
Read More

Spotlight

CLWR: Gifts From the Heart

Give Gifts from the Heart this Christmas! Canadian Lutheran World Relief’s new Gifts from the Heart catalogue has something to inspire and delight anyone on your list this year. It’s...
Read More

Spotlight

2026 Compensation Schedule

The 2026 Compensation Schedule for Rostered Ministers, Pastoral Supply and Interim Pastors for 2025-2026 is now available. 2026 Compensation ScheduleDownload
Read More

Latest News

View All

Upcoming Events

View All

See The Latest On Social Media

Facebook Posts

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

7 days ago

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
Rounding out 2025 with a few highlights from our #EasternSynod life together in ministry!St. John’s, Mahone Bay NSSt. Mark’s, Kingston ONSt. Michael, Montreal QCSt. Paul’s, Richmond Hill ONGrace, Eganville ONResurrection, Halifax NSSt. Luke’s, Ridgeway ONSt. Peter’s, Zurich ONZion, Lunenburg NSZion, Sault Ste Marie ON#myELCIC ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

2 weeks ago

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
Merry Christmas from the team at CLWR! We’re so grateful for your partnership over the last year. Wishing you the hope, peace, joy, love and faith that the Christmas season brings now and in the year to come. ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

3 weeks ago

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
Our Eastern Synod life together during #Advent4! Please share your congregational photos in the comments – we would love to see! St. James, Perth East ONMount Calvary, Upper Northfield NSSt. John’s, Montreal QCSt. Philip’s, Etobicoke ONSt. John’s, Arnprior ONMount Zion, Waterloo ONSt. John’s, Mahone Bay NSSt. Matthew’s, Hanover ONZion, Massey ON#myELCIC ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

3 weeks ago

Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
A Thrill of Hope: A Christmas Greeting from Bishop Carla BlakleyDear friends,As the familiar words of O Holy Night return each year, they name something many of us feel deeply: weariness, yes — and also hope. Christmas arrives not because everything is resolved, but because light still finds its way into the world, often quietly, often unexpectedly.In the Eastern Synod, I see that light in you. In the care you show one another, in the courage it takes to keep showing up, and in the countless ways you build community, even when the road feels uncertain. This season reminds us that new beginnings are possible, and that hope is not naïve — it is necessary.This Christmas, my hope for you is simple and heartfelt:+ A thrill of hope: the sense that something new can still emerge, even in complicated times.+ A steady light: moments of clarity, kindness, and peace that guide your days.+ A deep joy: found not in perfection, but in connection, belonging, and love.May your holiday season be filled with warmth, rest, and meaningful moments around tables, in quiet reflection, and in the presence of those who matter most to you. You are not alone, and what you do — often unseen — makes a difference.Together we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. Joy to the world!! With gratitude and Christmas wishes,Bishop Carla Blakley and the Eastern Synod Staff#myELCIC #christmas2025 #ohholynight ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email