Caring Ministries
At the heart of Christian living is care and compassion for one another, and not only for those who are our family and friends. Jesus says that if we do something kind for 'even the least of these' – meaning the people who are overlooked, vulnerable, on the fringes of society, unlovely and unloved – we are doing that for him (Matthew 25:40). Our Lutheran ministry of care is founded on God's love for us, which is the heartbeat of our compassion for others.
We support and encourage Christian care in all its forms in Lutheran aged care, retirement living and community services. We have a network of service providers, so you're sure to find the right care for you or your loved one.
As family, friends and faith communities, it is important to consider ways that older people can contribute to the mission of the church and derive spiritual enrichment and growth to the end of life’s journey.
Lutherans have a long tradition of supporting their local communities in times of need and sharing the gospel through practical means, such as feeding the hungry and caring for those in need. Access our range of community care resources.
Our LCANZ congregations are invited to choose one Sunday every year to focus on the vulnerable people in our midst, and the individuals and organisations who care for them. By taking the time to acknowledge, pray for and bless these people and places, we trust that the Spirit of God will inspire and sustain us in our all our ministries of care.
The LCANZ assists chaplains in Lutheran aged-care and community services to deepen their faith and grow in their understanding of the ministry of care in Lutheran communities. We have developed an accreditation process for lay chaplains. Grants are also available for chaplains, pastoral carers and anyone who provides a caring ministry in a Lutheran congregation or aged care or community service.
Webinars and teaching videos
In recent years we have run conferences and webinars to encourage and equip people across the church who are engaged in caring ministries. If you are interested in learning more, take a look at these resources featuring people already working in the area of Christian service.
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