Winter 2026 Quarter
The checklists below were relevant for the Winter Quarter 2026. They will be updated shortly for the Spring Quarter 2026 and you will be advised via Congregation Leaders eNews. If you did not receive the Winter edition, you might not be on our mailing list. You can sign up for Congregation Leaders eNews here.
The annual checklists (above) have been compiled by the SA-NT District and have been kindly made available here for use by church councils in other Districts also. Some items might need to be modified to align with the requirements of your congregation's local jurisdiction.
August 2026
Fire safety
- Have your fire extinguishers and other fire equipment been serviced?
- Are there any things you need to do around your properties to get ready for the summer fire season?
Evacuation plans
- Update and publicise your evacuation plans
CCLI
- Complete CCLI quarterly report (if you are using the quarterly reporting model)
Safe Church
- Review volunteer and staff compliance for Safe Church, background checks and referees
Child Safety Standards
- Review Child Safety Standard 7 - More information
Help visitors find your church
The LCANZ has launched an enhanced ‘Find a Church’ search tool, making it easier than ever for people to locate you and find your worship places and times. These tools are used regularly by people looking for a local church, so it is important that your congregation’s details are accurate and up to date. Take some time to check them now.
Theme and logo unveiled for Synod 2027
The theme and logo for next year’s 22nd Regular Convention of General Synod in Brisbane have been unveiled, with ‘Open Arms’ and its tagline, ‘Receiving Abundantly – Sharing Generously’, celebrating God’s abundant gifts and the church’s calling to receive them with gratitude and share them.
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General Synod 2027: what you need to know
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.
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Code of Conduct update
A summary of feedback received on the LCANZ Code of Conduct is now available. The General Church Board and College of Bishops will now review the feedback as they revise the Code of Conduct and implementation plan, with further consultation to follow.
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Help visitors find your church and worship services
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.
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Can you see yourself on our social media?
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.
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Registrations open for women in pastoral ministry gathering
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.
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