Feature Stories

by Julie Scholz

Members of St Paul Lutheran Church Blair Athol in suburban Adelaide are keen to strengthen relationships with those around them, especially the children and families of the co-located school and playgroup, as well as the wider community.

by Bishop Paul Smith

In a message of encouragement shared with the church in the lead-up to Easter, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith says, ‘as we follow his journey to the cross, we are reminded that he is trustworthy and true and will cleanse us from all unrighteousness …’

by Joanne Chamberlain

Joanne Chamberlain from Lutheran Media visited a farm in the Murraylands region of South Australia to hear the story of Alex, a local farmer whose property was devastated by a flood in 2022. Hear Alex’s story of faith and resilience.

by Pastor Richard Fox

Glynde Zion Lutheran Church in South Australia brought Easter joy to more than 400 students and staff at East Torrens Primary School by sharing hot cross buns and chocolate eggs. The simple gifts sparked curiosity, conversation and connection – offering a taste of God’s love.

by Tala Aufai

Members of Trinity Lutheran Church Ashmore in Queensland are making a bold move for the sake of the gospel and have received an LCANZ Local Mission Fund grant to support them. Trinity is partnering with co-located Trinity Lutheran College to plant a church for students and their families.

by Ron Asquith

The people of Wodonga Lutheran Parish in Victoria have a vision of being ‘a welcoming, compassionate and growing church in which Christ’s love inspires transformation and growth … with a faith that endures forever’.