Story of the Week

by by Vicki Houlbrooke

As new churches open and others are renewed through local mission, the season for some churches comes to an end. It’s a difficult time.

by Hannah Fuller

Hannah has been passionate about youth ministry since attending a camp while at primary school. Now 21, she’s a youth coordinator and graduate of LYQ’s Luminate leadership development program.

by Andreas Mayer

A missional community works among its local community and social networks to sow the gospel, reap the harvest and engage converts in discipleship.

by Abdalle

Abdalle is a Somali refugee welcomed by ALWS partner Lutheran World Federation (LWF) in Djibouti. Despite her suffering, she fosters two orphaned children.

by Nicholas Williams

The son and grandson of award-winning musicians Warren and Gus Williams, it’s no surprise Nicholas Williams loves singing. Nicholas, 26, also loves serving his community.

by LCA Communications

A chaplaincy vacancy at a nearby public school has been a God-given opportunity for one New Zealand congregation to connect to its local community.