Category: Stories
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ILC welcomes Tanzanian Lutheran diocese into membership
GERMANY – On February 27, 2019, the International Lutheran Council (ILC)) welcomed the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania – South East of Lake Victoria Diocese (ELCT-SELVD) as a Recognized Organization observer member. Their acceptance was formally declared in Wittenberg, Germany following a decision of the ILC’s Executive Committee. “We are so joyful that we have been accepted as…
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Christ the King-Memphis bakes for Tanzanian missions
Christ the King Church in Memphis works hard to fund raise for their trip to Tanzania every two years. Mike and Cindy Jergensen lead the efforts with the help of many who are working toward their first or next trip. The group partners with Bishop Makala of South East of Lake Victoria diocese to evangelize…
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Reformation Day ceremonies in South East of Lake Victoria Diocese
Reformation Day was celebrated in many ways in the SELVD. In the previous post we discussed the opening of the new headquarters now located at Bushushu. The joyous celebration continued with installation of a new district pastor, consecration of two deaconesses and confirmation of students.