Jun2019
Bishops urge sensitivity when speaking of faith
In messages to their districts, LCA bishops have reflected on how Christians can respond to questions about freedom of speech, particularly that involving matters of faith.
Jun2019
New LCA Secretary has vulnerable at heart
Dr Nigel Long’s appointment as LCA Secretary of the Church was announced last week. Concern for the vulnerable and disadvantaged led him to apply for the role.
May2019
Bishop says ‘true reconciliation is a gift from God’
As National Sorry Day (Sunday 26 May) and Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) approaches, LCA Bishop Henderson encourages all Australians to show each other Jesus’ reconciling love.
May2019
United across nations to work for justice
I have been working as an intern at the Lutheran Office for World Community (LOWC) in New York since February.
May2019
Lutheran Nurse of the Year award launched
The Lutheran Nurses Association of Australia (LNAA) has established a Lutheran Nurse of the Year award. The recipient will be announced each year on International Nurses Day (12 May), beginning next year.
Apr2019
100kms for 100 kids
Most Walk My Way participants found treading one course in the ALWS community event enough of a challenge. But Pastor Peter Hage now has three 25km treks under his soles – and is eyeing off a fourth.
Apr2019
Lutheran named on Royal Commission panel
LCA member Andrea Mason OAM has been named as a Royal Commissioner for Australia’s Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.
Apr2019
Pastors lead the way
Twenty-three LCA pastors, including three bishops, are among more than 280 people who will walk up to 26km in an Australia-wide effort to support refugee chlidren to go to school.
Apr2019
New South Wales bishop installed
Pastor Robert Bartholomaeus has been installed as bishop of the LCA’s New South Wales district by LCA Bishop John Henderson.
Mar2019
Half-century up for Lutheran sports club
Members of the unique Adelaide Lutheran Sports Club are this month celebrating 50 years since its genesis in the now-defunct United Church Football League in South Australia.
