Oct2019
Free to walk the rugged path
#youngSAVEDfree In this monthly column we hear from young people in our church about the ministries and mission they are part of – and how we in the LCA can better engage with youth in our communities. When Ben Schubert decided it was time to take a step back from the youth ministry roles he’d… Read more
Aug2019
They’re still out there
Is the belief that we’re losing young people from our LCA/NZ congregations at a faster rate than ever backed up by facts? We asked Western Australia’s Pastor Matthew Bishop to look at what the statistics tell us.
Jul2019
School chaplaincy: ‘rarely easy, never boring’
Being a Christian chaplain in a government school means you can’t explicitly preach the good news about Jesus to students. But that suits Sharon Salomon just fine, because there’s no rule against living the gospel!
Jul2019
Young people are still part of the story
Although our church pews are filled with fewer young faces these days, young people like sisters Josephine and Greta are still sharing the good news of Jesus with others.
Sep2018
Dirt and sweat make beautiful ministry
It was dirty, sweaty, smelly and noisy – and yet for our Lutheran Youth of Queensland (LYQ) team it was probably one of the most beautiful ministry experiences of the year.
Jul2018
Free to follow a passion
#youngSAVEDfree In this monthly column we hear from young people in our church about the ministries and mission they are part of – and how we in the LCA can better engage with youth in our communities. Growing up in a Christian household, Thomas Schubert has always seen faith as a natural part of his… Read more
Jul2018
A special chance to grow
It’s time to apply to participate in the 2019 Grow Leadership program, which is run by Grow Ministries and LCA International Mission and will prepare 12 young adults to be future leaders in the LCA.
Mar2018
Free to encourage others
Moving out of home can be a daunting time. Having been through the experience herself, Naomi Schultz is committed to encouraging other young Christians and believes congregational support is vital.
Nov2017
End of the school year
Dear pastors and caring members of the LCA, The end of the school year signifies a time of change for many young people in our communities through transition to further education, part time or full time work and or change of living arrangements. It is a time when they will be tested in terms safety… Read more
Sep2017
Free to answer the call
In his teens Paul Rohrlach didn’t think he ‘could ever be a leader for anything’. Now, at 24, he’s been a church synod delegate and is chairperson of his congregation.
