Congregation Leaders

The LCA website now includes an enhanced ‘Find a Church’ tool and a new ‘Find a Worship Service’ feature. Information is drawn directly from LAMP2, so now is a great time to check that your congregation’s details and worship service information are correct.

by Tanya Leech

Could you be featured on the LCANZ’s Facebook or Instagram? We’re looking for people to take part in our People Like You series, ideas for Flashback Friday and photographs of church altars to showcase congregations from across Australia and New Zealand. 

Women discerning a call to pastoral ministry, preparing for ordination or serving as pastors are invited to gather this September for a time of encouragement, worship and shared fellowship. Registrations are now open for the 2026 Gathering of Women in Pastoral Ministry.

Thank you to parishes who have paid the LCA Funds Levy invoice for this year. This annual levy supports the work of the LCANZ, including pastors and their families.

LCA congregations in Australia are invited to take part in the five-yearly National Church Life Survey. The LCA has participated since the survey began and fully funds participation, meaning there is no financial cost for parishes or congregations.

by Jodi Brook

Across the LCA, congregations are discovering new ways to serve their communities and share the hope of Christ. Expressions of interest are now open for the 2027 Local Mission Fund grants, with applications closing on 20 August 2026.