Archbishop Vince Balabis was deposed because of the heretic teachings of his communities and pastors under his management. But since he admited his fault, he will be continue serving in IOLC as a pastor in his community without a chance for episcopacy.
Soon will be elected new archbishop for the management of the church. God bless us!
The Most Reverend Father Vince renamed the IOLC to International Orthodox Lutheran Church. He was not agree with the name “Independent” because Christians always depend of the Gospel as minimum. Since IOLC joined Synod of the ECAC, We became more dependent of more people, and it’s the best way – not to separate but connect.
“International” is the best shows of our Church – we are around the World, and all together!
In the short name of our Church still will be no changes – we are IOLC!
Today was elected the first archbishop of the IOLC! The Most Rev. Vince was elevated to an archbishop by proper selection of other bishops. It’s also first bishop from the Philippines.
We wish the best in the time of the office of new archbishop!
The Right Rev. Evgeny became an auxiliary bishop since IOLC received new leader, and took position of the bishop in the Russian Lutheran Church Abroad.
Wish him the best in the new place!
