Apr2024
An Anzac Day message from Bishop Paul Smith
by Bishop Paul Smith
Anzac Day is about remembering and giving thanks for members of the armed services who have served our country. We acknowledge with a mixture of gratitude and regret the extraordinary price paid by tens of thousands of Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women and their families.
Apr2024
North Adelaide properties listed for sale
The church’s North Adelaide properties – occupied by Australian Lutheran College (ALC) and the LCA Churchwide Office – were listed for sale in early April. There has been considerable interest in the sale from local and national media outlets, as well as from prospective buyers.
Apr2024
General Synod delegate details and fees reminder
If your LCANZ parish has not yet submitted your General Synod delegate details and paid your delegate fee, please do so as soon as possible as these are now overdue.
Apr2024
Sharing the Easter experience with the community
Rather than waiting for members of their local community to come to their churches over Easter, Lutherans in Canberra have brought Holy Week to life for those they live and work alongside – in a local park.
Apr2024
Nominations for church governance bodies now open
Nominations for positions on the boards, councils, commissions and committees of the LCANZ for the next synodical term are now open. Governance body members who wish to continue in their role also need to submit a nomination, as reappointment is not guaranteed.
Mar2024
Domestic violence report group appointed
The LCANZ is continuing its efforts to prevent domestic and family violence (DFV) among its members, in the wake of the release of a report which finds that some religious beliefs about gender can be used to justify DFV.