Feb2026
Is your Safe Church training up to date?
As 2026 begins, now is a timely opportunity to review Safe Church requirements and ensure that you – and members of your congregation – are compliant.
Nov2025
‘Being a light in the darkness’
For Liz Ewers, the LCANZ’s Safe Church Support Partner, working with children has been more than a career – it’s been her lifelong calling. Guided by her faith and decades of experience in early childhood education and care, Liz is helping LCANZ congregations make our churches safer places for all.
Oct2025
Safe Church training brings congregations together
Participants from across the LCANZ have shared positive feedback about the live online Safe Church training format, highlighting how the delivery model makes the training more accessible and flexible. Many have also enjoyed completing the training together in group settings.
Aug2025
Have you thought about being a Christian counsellor?
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.
Jul2025
Classes a joyful chance for growth
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.
Jun2025
Not all ministry looks the same
by Bethany Marsh
‘Ministry’ is probably not the first word people typically associate with Professional Standards. However, to Dave Biar, who recently retired after 12 years as a Professional Standards Officer for the LCA, that’s how it should be regarded.
