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ALC

18
Aug2025

Have you thought about being a Christian counsellor?

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As rates of mental distress continue to rise in Australian communities, the need for well-trained and faith-aware counsellors is greater than ever. In response, Australian Lutheran College is partnering with the University of Divinity to offer a Bachelor of Counselling qualification.

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15
Aug2025

New ALC library dedicated and open for visitors

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Members of the Australian Lutheran College community and LCANZ leadership were among those who celebrated the dedication of the college’s new library in the Adelaide CBD last week. And the college is keen to welcome people from across the church to visit the new premises.

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01
Aug2025

Ministry enrolments boost continues at ALC

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There has been an influx of new students enrolling at ALC in 2025, with many embarking on a pathway to pastoral ministry. In Semester 2, up to 20 people seeking to enter ministry studies in the LCANZ may join the 18 students who began studies in Semester 1.

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07
Jul2025

Classes a joyful chance for growth

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More than 20 people from around the LCANZ took part in ALC’s winter classes in Melbourne recently, with 19 students participating in the ‘Preaching the Word’ intensive during the ‘joyful and uplifting’ event.

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03
Jul2025

ALC leaves campus, new library opens

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Australian Lutheran College’s (ALC) library has reopened at its new Adelaide CBD premises at 22 Pulteney Street, while ALC staff have completed their move off of the college’s former North Adelaide campus, ready to relocate to the new Church House at 139 Frome Street, Adelaide, this year.

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17
Jun2025

Opening pathways to follow the call

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The changes in Australian Lutheran College’s learning model and the widening of ordination pathways are making studying to become a pastor more accessible and appealing, say members of the current student cohort.

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