2027 Convention of General Synod
The LCA's 22nd Regular Convention of General Synod will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in Queensland from 1 to 4 October 2027. Information on delegate fees, key deadlines and planning for delegates has now been released to help congregations and parishes prepare for the gathering.
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ACTION STEP Remind your treasurer to consider Convention (and General Pastors Conference) costs when preparing the 2027 budget.
MORE INFORMATION Visit the 2027 Convention of General Synod page.
QUESTIONS Email the Secretary of the Church soc@lca.org.au or call us on 08 8267 7300.
Help visitors find your church
The LCANZ has launched an enhanced ‘Find a Church’ search tool on the LCA website, making it easier than ever for people to connect with Lutheran congregations across Australia and New Zealand. As part of the upgrade, we’ve also introduced a new ‘Find a Worship Service’ feature that enables people to search for worship opportunities in their area. Because these tools are used regularly by people looking for a local church, it is important that your congregation’s details are accurate and up to date. Please take some time to check them now.
ACTION STEP Visit the FInd a Church page and check it is working for your congregation/s and that the details are correct. If they are not, they will need to be updated in LAMP2.
MORE INFORMATION Visit the LAMP2 page for information about logging in and updating your congregation's details.
NEED HELP? Email lamp2@lca.org.au or call 08 8267 7300.
LCA Levy - a thankyou and a reminder
Thank you to the many parish leaders who have paid the LCA Funds Levy invoice for this year - and a reminder to those still to do so. This annual levy, which is charged per communicant member aged 18 and older, supports the work of the LCANZ, including active and retired pastors and their families, and the ministries of the church. The total amount payable by parishes, which are responsible for collecting the appropriate amounts from their individual member congregations, is calculated from the previous year’s statistics as loaded in LAMP2, at $40 per member.
ACTION STEP Thank you for the payment of your levy by 31 October 2026.
MORE INFORMATION Visit the LCA Levy webpage.
QUESTIONS Email accounts@lca.org.au or call us on 08 8267 7300.
Code of Conduct update
A churchwide update on the progress of the Code of Conduct was issued by Assistant Bishop Stephen Schultz on 18 August. The next step for the General Church Board and College of Bishops is to review and revise the Code of Conduct and implementation plan based on the feedback received. The revised document and plan will then be circulated to pastors and members of the LCANZ for further consultation and feedback. Regardless of whether you have signed the Code of Conduct or not, there is no further action required of you at this time.
MORE INFORMATION Read the update from the Assistant Bishop.
QUESTIONS Email codeofconduct@lca.org.au or call us on 08 8267 7300.
Insurance: valuation and renewal programs
The LCA valuation program for churches for 2026 is about to commence. The exercise will be undertaken by our appointed valuer, Aon Commercial Risk Solutions. If your church was not valued in 2024 or 2025, your church may be revalued later in 2026 or in early 2027. Accurate disclosure of building values is essential to ensure appropriate insurance coverage and to mitigate the risk of under-insurance. Failure to provide correct valuations may result in a substantial reduction in claim payments or, in some circumstances, the denial of coverage altogether.
The LCA Insurance Program for 2026 – 2027 was successfully renewed on 25 June 2026. The LCA Insurance team is now busy working through the process of issuing renewal invoices to individual clients. We expect invoices to be issued to all clients by the end of August or early September 2026. Please be assured that your insurance coverage remains in place during this time and there is no impact on your existing cover while invoices are being finalised.
Springtime is manse inspection time
Regular inspections of your manse are an important part of responsible property stewardship and help ensure that the home remains safe, functional and well maintained for your pastor and their family. You are encouraged to arrange periodic inspections, in consultation with the pastor and their family, to identify any maintenance issues early, address potential safety concerns, and plan for future repairs or improvements. These inspections should be conducted respectfully and collaboratively, recognising that the manse is both a church-owned asset and your pastor’s home. Maintaining a regular inspection schedule supports the wellbeing of all those living in the manse while protecting the long-term value and condition of your property.
Starting in 2026 we are sending a dedicated eNews to congregation leaders quarterly. Here are the links to the editions published so far.
The eNews is being sent to chairpersons, secretaries, treasurers and active pastors who are recorded in LAMP2. If you did not receive the Winter 2026 edition, please complete and return the LAMP2 form so you can be added to the mailing list.
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