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14 April 2026
The mission to share the good news of the gospel with everyone – regardless of what language they speak – is an ongoing worldwide challenge. That mission, including making sound Lutheran teaching accessible to different cultural groups in Australia and New Zealand, is gaining momentum through a dedicated Chinese-language translation and media project supported by the LCA Local Mission Seed Fund.
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Across our Australian Lutheran school communities, Easter was marked with faith‑filled learning, reflection and storytelling, as students of all ages engaged deeply with the Easter message of hope and new life in creative and meaningful ways. Read more
Almost 500 people gathered in the SA town of Point Pass on 11 and 12 April to celebrate
Immanuel Lutheran Church’s 150th anniversary, marking the occasion with a thanksgiving service, historic musical performances and the launch of a book on the history of the church. Read more
Through a partnership between LCA International Mission and Wycliffe Bible Translators, the LCANZ supports Hanna Schulz, who serves with local PNG communities as they engage with Scripture. Hanna says, Easter is a reminder that God brings new life even when the way ahead is unclear. Read more
The Church House Exhibition Centre, which will highlight the stories of our LCANZ, is set to open in the coming weeks in time for South Australia’s History Festival and will be open for individual and group visits and tours. Email exhibitioncentre@lca.org.au to inquire, make a booking or express an interest in volunteering. Read more
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What if the next faithful step for your church doesn’t begin with a new program, but with prayerful imagination and courageous trust? Join the LCA District Mission Directors at the April EMMY on Tuesday 21 April. The theme is 'Prayer that Fuels Mission'. Read more
What does it look like to walk alongside someone in faith? The April–May edition of The Lutheran explores mentoring in all its forms through real-life stories from our Lutheran family that share wisdom, offer encouragement and reflect life together in Christ. Subscribe today or click here for a sneak peek.
The 2027 Lutheran Media calendar competition is now open! Send in YOUR best original photographs that capture the beauty of Australia and New Zealand! There's prize money for the top three photos (as judged by a professional photographer). Find out more: lutheranmedia.org.au/calendar-competition/
The LCA has updated its Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) Policy and procedures following the Special Convention of General Synod in October 2025. The updated policy and procedures are available here.
Church workers, including pastors, employees and volunteers in churches are required to sign the revised LCA Standards of Ethical Behaviour and Code of Conduct. If you hold one of these positions and are yet to complete this document, please do so as a matter of urgency. You can find the form here.
- Queensland District (8 April)
- Australian Lutheran College (31 March)
- Lutheran Education Australia
(30 March) - LCNZ Te Ōriwa (The Olive Tree)
(30 March)
- HEAD OF RISK
LLL Australia, North Adelaide SA
- LAY POSITION VACANCY
Commission on Theology and Inter-Church Relations - EXHIBITION CENTRE VOLUNTEERS
LCANZ Church House, Adelaide SA
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