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
Why pancakes on Shrove Tuesday?
by Anne Hansen
Lutheran Tract Mission has many tracts explaining the traditions and foods of Lent and Easter. Search the categories ‘Food’ and ‘Lent/Holy Week’ to share the different meanings behind certain traditions.
Jan2026
Held by hope this Lent
by Anne Hansen
To help individuals, congregations, and school and aged-care communities explore the hope that is found in Jesus Christ, Lutheran Tract Mission has prepared a free Lenten devotional entitled ‘Hope for Our Future’.
Mar2024
Why we do what we do in our Lutheran worship
by Christine Matthias
The booklet ‘Why we do what we do in our Lutheran worship’ was created by Grow Ministries to grow understanding of the elements of worship. It goes into detail and explains the different parts of Lutheran worship and provides the biblical foundation.
Feb2024
Reflecting Jesus during Lent
by Anne Hansen
Lutheran Tract Mission has many resources for the Lenten season to help you understand and focus on the cross during this time.
Feb2024
Midweek Lenten services resources available now
by Libby Krahling
Lent is a significant season of the Church Year as we prepare for Easter. Midweek Lenten services are held in many congregations as a time for special study and meditation on the suffering and death of our Lord.






