Nov2022
Prayers and Music for the floods in NSW and Victoria
As record-breaking floods are decimating homes and livelihoods in northern and western New South Wales, especially in the Forbes region, and many communities in Queensland, NSW, ACT, Victoria and South Australia face ongoing cleanup after floods and storms, congregations are asked to pray for all affected by natural disasters. The Commission on Worship provides this… Read more
Feb2022
Pray for the Situation in the Ukraine
Message from LCA Bishop Paul Smith Witnessing to the gospel: responding to the situation in Ukraine Friends in Christ, What do we do when we are confronted with the news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? Our primary calling is to join in prayer to commend to our Lord this situation of conflict in Ukraine. Russia’s… Read more
Feb2022
Christian Care Calendar for 2022
The Committee for Care Ministries has released a handy yearly planner for 2022 showing Sundays which are especially appropriate for congregations wishing to celebrate Christian Care Sunday, as well as other events celebrating those who serve our community and highlighting the needs of the vulnerable in our communities and around the world. Click these links… Read more
Jan2022
Harvest Thanksgiving Resources 2022 now available!
Harvest Thanksgiving Resources for Year C are now available on the Seasonal Resources page here.
Oct2021
The Elements of Worship Video Series
The Commission on Worship has created a series of short videos with accompanying fact sheets as a guide to the key elements of worship. They have been prepared with a service preparation focus, but could easily be used in wider teaching. Under each video, you will see a link to a fact sheet, and links… Read more
Aug2021
Why we do the things we do in our Lutheran worship
Grow Ministries and the Commission on Worship have produced an excellent booklet explaining Lutheran Worship. In clear, simple language, each part of the worship service is explained, along with passages from scripture showing the Biblical basis for what we do. Perfect for family discussions, Confirmation classes and for every member of our congregations wanting to… Read more
Jun2021
Advice on Sustainable Use of Communion and Other Materials in Worship
In line with previous Church resolutions (2013 Convention of Synod) with its direction that we should act to protect Earth’s resources through the sustainable use and recycling of communion and other materials, the Commission on Worship offers the following suggestions: • Congregations are encouraged to contact their local council for advice on recycling communion cups… Read more
