Mar2026
Conflict in the Middle East: a message from Bishop Paul Smith
by Bishop Paul Smith
LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith has shared a brief prayer guide and worship resources in response to the escalating conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran. Encouraging members to ‘seek peace and pursue it’, Bishop Paul calls the church to pray for leaders, civilians, soldiers and all affected.
Mar2026
First assistant bishop for the Northern Territory installed
More than 200 people – mostly from Central Australia and Australia’s Top End – gathered at Alice Springs Lutheran Church late last month to witness the installation of Pastor Stephen Radke as the first-ever assistant bishop for the Northern Territory in the LCA’s SA–NT District.
Feb2026
The great story of death and life
by Paul Smith, LCANZ bishop
As we enter the season of Lent, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the meaning of Ash Wednesday and the journey toward Good Friday and Easter – the great story of death and life.
Dec2025
Gladsome cheer
by Bishop Paul Smith
Bishop Paul Smith has shared a Christmas message for the church, reflecting on the deep and lasting joy of Christ’s coming into a world that longs for peace. ‘Now let us all with gladsome cheer follow the shepherds, and draw near.’
Dec2025
A prayer following the Bondi Beach attack
by Bishop Paul Smith
This ‘season of joy’ has also become a season of sorrow, as we have been confronted by the horrific news of the mass shooting of families gathered for a festival of their Jewish faith in Sydney’s Bondi Beach.
Dec2025
Because we bear your name December 2025 – January 2026
by Paul Smith, LCANZ bishop
I firmly believe that in their deepest souls, young people yearn for a religion that gives them meaning and purpose in life. Young people are showing an ever-increasing commitment to service and charity.
