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Gifts to fellow pastors reflect God’s love
When Pastor Matt Anker, the LCA/NZ’s Assistant to the Bishop – International Mission, called on Lutheran pastors in Australia and New Zealand to support their brother pastors in the Philippines, he says the response was ‘breathtaking’.
God’s word brings life in PNG
The opening of a new biblical translation and literacy training centre in Papua New Guinea’s Gulf Province is cause for great joy, says Bible translation advisor and LCA/NZ member Hanna Schulz. The centre’s name – ‘Oroi’io Madei’ – can be translated as either ‘Word of Life’ or ‘Living Word’.
Workers needed at Hermannsburg
The LCA’s Finke River Mission (FRM) urgently needs workers to fill a range of positions at Hermannsburg (Ntaria) in the Northern Territory.
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Prayer call for Myanmar
Members of the LCA/NZ are being urged to pray for peace in Myanmar, where the military staged a coup d’etat and took control of the country last month. LCA International Mission works closely with churches in Myanmar and Pastor Matt Anker says, ‘Please join us as we pray for a peaceful resolution’.
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Stamps make a world of difference
Who would have thought the once-popular children’s pastime of stamp collecting was still alive? Well, not only is it still going strong, but it continues to make a world of difference to communities around the globe through the LCA’s Stamps for Mission program, which has raised almost $446,000.
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God multiplies our gifts
Lutheran Women of Australia President Wendy Habel says that when we give to the Lord’s work – no matter how much or little – God multiplies our gifts. ‘We are all special in God’s sight, not because of our talents but because we are filled with the Spirit, which is how we serve God’s purpose.’
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Ordination joy despite lockdown
Despite a COVID-19 lockdown forcing a last-minute change, Stanley Roberts was ordained in unique circumstances as a Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) at Papunya in the NT. With LCA/NZ Bishop John Henderson unable to travel due to the snap lockdown, Stanley was ordained by another SMP.
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God’s creation is blooming marvellous
When the first flush of spring and summer flowers bloom, who doesn’t want to stop and smell the roses? And so a rose garden planted as a heartwarming invitation to a suburban church has become a chance to witness to the beauty of God’s creation among its local community.
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Christmas without all the trimmings
For many churches around the LCA/NZ, COVID-19 gathering and health restrictions may mean they are unable to host the large Christmas services or be involved in the big community events they usually do. Instead, faith communities have come up with new and innovative ways to worship.
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