Mar2025
‘Messages of hope’ launches ‘Hope for kids’
by Joanne Chamberlain
Lutheran Media and Messages of hope are excited to launch the rebranding of ‘Happyland’ to ‘Hope for kids’. You can find ‘Hope for kids’ on the Messages of hope website, plus new resources, including a free ‘Hope for kids’ show bag and an online Easter Calendar, starting on Palm Sunday.
Mar2025
Church partners launch multicultural youth ministry
by Tim Eckert
In early 2024, our congregation at Glynde Zion Lutheran Church in South Australia initiated a long-term strategic plan and a new mission and vision.
Feb2025
LORDS welcomes junior school building
The brand-new junior school building at LORDS has become a hive of activity after the project was completed in time to welcome students for the start of the school year with the aid of a tailored LLL loan.
Feb2025
LCA welcomes new international mission leader
New LCA International Mission leader Pastor Mark Schultz is excited ‘to see what God has in store’ for the church, as he starts his ‘next adventure’ in ministry. Pastor Mark was installed to his new role by LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith at Mount Barker SA on 23 February.
Feb2025
Lutheran Media celebrates ‘80 years of blessings’
by Joanne Chamberlain
To kick off its 80th anniversary celebrations, Lutheran Media has launched a history book called ‘Lutheran media ministry in Australia and New Zealand: 80 years of blessings’.
Feb2025
Church initiative welcomes new residents
by Nigel Rosenzweig
The Combined Churches Welcome Pack Project, spearheaded by Victor Harbor Lutheran Church and funded by a $10,000 LCANZ Local Mission Seed Fund grant, is a collaborative effort among churches on the Fleurieu Peninsula to welcome the growing number of new residents moving into the area.






