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3 March 2026
More than 100 members and friends of the LCANZ gathered in Adelaide’s CBD on Saturday (28 February 2026) to witness the official opening and dedication of the new Church House. During the service, Bishop Paul Smith highlighted the Scripture verse inscribed on a plaque unveiled at the opening: ‘Do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus’ (Colossians 3:17). He described this verse as both a blessing and a commission for the ministry that will occur from Church House. Read more
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LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith has shared a brief prayer guide and worship resources in response to the escalating conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran. Encouraging members to ‘seek peace and pursue it’, Bishop Paul calls the church to pray for leaders, civilians, soldiers and all affected by the conflict. Read more
More than 200 people – mostly from Central Australia and Australia’s Top End – gathered at Alice Springs Lutheran Church late last month to witness the installation of Pastor Stephen Radke as the first-ever assistant bishop for the Northern Territory in the LCA’s SA–NT District. Read more
Leaders of the Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA) and the Uniting Church in Australia (UCA) recently met in Melbourne as part of their ongoing LCA–UCA ecumenical dialogue. The dialogue has released an integrated study guide to accompany its shared statement on the Eucharist. Read more
The Hope for kids Easter calendar invites children and families to journey through Holy Week, beginning on Palm Sunday. This free online resource includes downloadable PDFs with Bible readings and age-appropriate activities, making it ideal for congregations, children's ministry leaders and home use. Click here to go to the calendar.
More than 120 people gathered in Duncraig, in Perth, Western Australia, last month as Grace Chinese Lutheran Church celebrated Lunar New Year with worship and a shared meal – a joyful milestone for this Local Mission Fund-supported ministry. Two people were baptised during the service after regularly attending worship at Duncraig. Read more
Jodie Hoff was installed as executive director of Lutheran Education Australia last month in Adelaide at St Paul Lutheran Church Blair Athol. In her address, she shared her hope that Lutheran schools continue to be communities where students, staff and families ‘know they belong – just as they are’. Read more
This month, ALWS is hosting Asante celebration events across Australia. featuring international guest Mary Obara, who will share powerful frontline stories of hope among refugees, families and children. Find an event near you and hear firsthand how your Lutheran kindness is changing lives in Kenya and Somalia. Read more
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- Queensland District (Special Edition)
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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
From early 2026, the Church House exhibition centre
will feature displays reflecting our Lutheran heritage,
current ministries and service and future directions.
We need volunteers for this exciting new space.
If you are interested, email exhibitioncentre@lca.org.au
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