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by Angela Schilling

Supported by LCA International Mission, a recent workshop led by Angela Schilling of Lutheran Archives brought together participants from across Malaysia and Singapore to learn how to care for church records, archives and heritage.

The LCA’s 22nd Regular Convention of General Synod will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in Queensland from 1 to 4 October 2027. Information on delegate fees, key deadlines and planning for delegates has now been released to help congregations and parishes prepare.

A summary of feedback received on the LCANZ Code of Conduct is now available. The General Church Board and College of Bishops will now review the feedback as they revise the Code of Conduct and implementation plan, with further consultation to follow.

Australian Lutheran College (ALC) ran a series of intensive learning opportunities at LCANZ Church House in the Adelaide CBD during July, bringing together students and other participants from across the church for face-to-face learning and fellowship.

The LCANZ Season of Creation (1 September and 4 October) resources for 2026 are available now on the Worship Planning Page, and congregations are encouraged to begin this season of prayer and action for the environment with a special service.

The LCA website now includes an enhanced ‘Find a Church’ tool and a new ‘Find a Worship Service’ feature. Information is drawn directly from LAMP2, so now is a great time to check that your congregation’s details and worship service information are correct.