Mission & Ministry Leaders

by Douglas Sia

The mission to share the good news of the gospel with everyone – regardless of what language they speak – is an ongoing worldwide challenge. That mission, including making sound… Read more

by Brian Shek

Earlier this month, Chinese Lutheran pastors and ministry leaders from across Australia and New Zealand gathered in Brisbane for the 2026 Chinese Ministry Summit.

by Jill Lange-Mohr

Living Faith Lutheran Church Greater Geelong Vic is beginning a new chapter in youth ministry, building on the momentum of 21 students who were confirmed last year. The congregation is creating new opportunities to encourage young people in their faith.

Members of the LCANZ Western Australia District recently gathered at Rockingham–Mandurah Lutheran Church for the 2026 Mission and Ministry Fest, a weekend of encouragement, learning and fellowship centred on faith and mission.

More than 120 people gathered in Duncraig, Perth, Western Australia, last month as Grace Chinese Lutheran Church celebrated Lunar New Year with worship and a shared meal – a joyful milestone for this Local Mission Fund-supported ministry.

Your international aid agency, Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS), wants to say Asante – thank you in Swahili. Throughout March, ALWS is hosting Asante celebration events across the country, featuring international guest Mary Obara, who leads program work in Kenya and Somalia.