Apr2021
Lay preacher training designed to support congregations
Following a request from the LCANZ College of Bishops, Australian Lutheran College (ALC) has developed an online Lay Preacher Training module to support congregational lay preachers.
Apr2021
Chance to discover God’s call
Are you looking to discover what your future ministry, vocation or service in the church might be? Or perhaps you know somebody who is. If so, Australian Lutheran College’s Discover program may be a great way to explore your options further and to discern your calling.
Feb2021
Festival of Learning a first for ALC
Open to anyone, anywhere, Australian Lutheran College’s (ALC) Festival of Learning (15–19 February) used a hybrid approach to bring people together on campus and online, with the majority favouring a remote learning experience.
Jan2021
Lutheran study centre opens in Indonesia
A long-held hope of the Lutheran churches of Indonesia has been realised with the opening of the Luther Study Centre (LSC) in Pemetangsiantar in North Sumatra.
Nov2020
ALC becomes a calling body
The Australian Lutheran College (ALC) Board of Directors is now a calling body of the LCA/NZ. The General Church Board (GCB) approved the change, which is purely procedural, after a request by the ALC Board earlier this year.
Nov2020
Learning festival for anyone, anywhere
by Merryn Ruwoldt
The 2021 Festival of Learning is an initiative of Australian Lutheran College (ALC) which brings learning to members and friends of the church in an easy, accessible and affordable way.
Nov2020
Discover God’s call – no matter who you are
by Pastor James Winderlich
The only attribute defining a ‘typical’ student in Australian Lutheran College’s Discover program is a willingness to complete theological study while engaging in a local ministry to explore God’s call. The first student cohort includes women and men, young and old, and full-time and part-time.
Nov2020
Tangara is back!
Tangara magazine has a rich history in the LCA, dating back to 1968. And now the student magazine of Luther Seminary and later Australian Lutheran College is back after an 11-year hiatus.
Oct2020
Discover God’s call – no matter who you are
by Pastor James Winderlich, Principal of ALC
Australian Lutheran College (ALC) launched Discover in 2020. The only attribute defining a ‘typical’ Discover student is a willingness to complete theological study while engaging in a local ministry to explore God’s call. Recognising the whisper of the Holy Spirit is just the start.
Aug2020
Sustaining worship in challenging times
In partnership with the LCA SA–NT District’s mission department, Australian Lutheran College (ALC) is conducting a research/training project in worship design and leadership, supported by an LLL mission grant.
