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The LCA’s Victoria–Tasmania District has elected Pastor Brett Kennett as its next bishop. Currently serving as the District’s Pastor for Congregational Support, Bishop-elect Brett will succeed Bishop Lester Priebbenow, who has served in the role since 2017.

Young people across Lutheran churches, schools and ministry communities are already using their gifts in many ways. From worship and youth ministry to camp leadership and international service, five young people share how their faith has grown and where they see God at work in their lives.

Have you visited the Church House Exhibition Centre yet? If not – and you live in or near Adelaide or will be in the SA capital soon – why not book a tour or plan a visit to this beautiful showcase of inspirational stories about Lutherans in Australia and New Zealand.

Lutheran World Federation General Secretary Rev Dr Anne Burghardt and Regional Secretary for Asia Rev Dr Rospita Siahaan have completed a six-day visit to Australia, meeting with church leaders, worshipping with congregations and learning about the breadth of LCANZ ministry in Central Australia.

by Nikki Spaans

Formerly known as Jalal Fellowship of Peace, Sydney-based congregation Jalal Evangelical Lutheran Fellowship has become part of the LCANZ.

If you are on the Roll of Pastors (currently in active service), on the Roll of Lay Workers, or an employee paid through LCA Payroll, you and your immediate family members can access the LCA’s Church Worker and Family Wellness and Support Program.