LCANZ Bishop

by Bishop Paul Smith

In the lead-up to Christmas, Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the New Zealand and Australian tradition of Christian churches working together to proclaim the holy birth of the Christ-child.

‘Joy, O joy, beyond all gladness!’ These are astounding and inspiring words from the rarely sung chorus of the Christmas hymn in our Lutheran Hymnal and Supplement (LHS) 32, written by 17th-century hymnwriter Christian Keymann.

by Bishop Paul Smith

At the heart of our witness as Lutheran Christians is the call to pass on ‘what is of first importance’ – that is, the good news of what God has done for us – says LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith in a message to the church ahead of Reformation Day on 31 October.

‘Concordia’ is the name of our Lutheran college in Highgate in suburban Adelaide, South Australia. It is where delegates from across our church, including those from across the Tasman Sea, gathered for the 21st Convention of our General Synod in early October.

by Bishop Paul Smith

Our Lord Jesus entered into a ‘space between the places’.

by Bishop Paul Smith

This week our pastors from Australia and New Zealand have met at Concordia College, Highgate in South Australia, for their General Pastors Conference.