If we were attending a leaders’ retreat and it was announced that instead of the planned program we were to be silent for the whole weekend, my wife Ruth and… Read more
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Night terrors
All 75 were nestled in their beds, visions of Vegemite sandwiches dancing in their heads. When all of the sudden, with a shriek and a shrill, the fire alarms went… Read more
Suomi Conference welcomes new executive officer
Rev Ian Vainikka has been installed as executive officer of the Suomi Conference. The Suomi Conference was established in 1968 as the result of a meeting between Finnish pastors serving… Read more
Significant contributions from quiet achievers
The Australia Day 2015 Honours List recognised eight people with some connection to the Lutheran Church this year—some for their significant contribution to the church and to their local congregations;… Read more
Sanctuary to Asylum Seekers
RESOLVED: that Synod encourages congregations and individuals, and affirms those who are already active in their support, to welcome new arrivals from refugee backgrounds to their communities and that they… Read more
Convention delegates get ready
‘It’s time to get ready’ is the message coming from the LCA national team—it’s time to get ready for the 18th LCA General Convention of Synod. Throughout March, Convention delegates… Read more
