May2023
Synod offering supports FRM hymnbook project
by Rob Borgas
The offering from this year’s LCANZ Convention of General Synod in-person meetings is contributing more than $30,000 towards a Finke River Mission (FRM) project producing, revising or reprinting Lutheran song and hymnbooks in Central Australian Aboriginal languages.
Jan2023
Farewell (and thank you), Tim!
by Chris Guntner
After 12 years of outstanding service, Tim Stollznow steps down as FRM Board chair.
Dec2022
Synod offering to support FRM hymnbook project
The offering from February’s LCANZ Convention of General Synod will go to supporting a Finke River Mission (FRM) project revising and reprinting Lutheran song and hymnbooks in Central Australian Aboriginal languages.
Oct2021
Records still changing lives
by Rachel Kuchel
There are myriad stories contained in Lutheran Archives records – stories that have impacted many lives. One such story is that of the historic 1982 handover of five land titles for the former Hermannsburg Mission lease to five Aboriginal clans.
Sep2021
Records continue to change lives
by Rachel Kuchel
There are myriad stories contained in Lutheran Archives records – stories that have impacted many lives. One such story is that of the historic 1982 handover of five land titles for the former Hermannsburg Mission lease to five Aboriginal clans.
Feb2021
Ordination joy despite lockdown
Despite a COVID-19 lockdown forcing a last-minute change, Stanley Roberts was ordained in unique circumstances as a Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) at Papunya in the NT. With LCA/NZ Bishop John Henderson unable to travel due to the snap lockdown, Stanley was ordained by another SMP.
Sep2018
Mission board recognises late pastor’s service
The Board for the LCA’s Finke River Mission has paid tribute to the ministry of the late Pastor Max Stollznow.
Aug2017
Uni in the bush
by James Winderlich
Incredible things happen daily in the LCA. One such story involves a unique partnership between remote Lutheran congregations, Finke River Mission and Australian Lutheran College.
Jul2017
Central Australia choir story now a feature film
by LCA Communications
One of the greatest-ever Central Australian stories will soon be told at the Melbourne Film Festival (MIFF). The feature documentary is about the Central Australian Aboriginal Women’s Choir, whose magnificent voices… Read more
Mar2017
Strong love, strong culture
by Helen Beringen and Rob Borgas
An amazing strength of character shines through the diminutive Daphne Puntjina. She has a strong love for God and for her Central Australian community. This white-haired grandmother may be 73 years old, but age hasn’t wearied her spirited love and support for her community.
