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
Church House officially opened and dedicated
More than 100 members and friends of the LCANZ gathered in Adelaide’s CBD on Saturday (28 February 2026) to witness the official opening and dedication of the new Church House.
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.
Feb2026
‘Getting together’ in the name of the Lord
Last month, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith and LCA International Mission Program Officer Erin Kerber joined more than 850 delegates and 1,000 visitors in Siassi, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea, for the 35th Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea (ELCPNG).
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.
