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19 March 2024
In a message of encouragement shared with the church in the lead-up to Easter, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith reminds us that 'We are made people of hope by the cross and empty grave of our Lord Jesus Christ. But this hope is not simply being positive or wishful thinking. This is living by faith in the one who takes the sin of the world upon himself and, therefore, puts us right with God by his own death as the sinless one.' Read more
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As we embark on bringing love to life at the LCANZ synodical convention this year, we are inviting members to join a new churchwide program of offering pastoral care to our sisters and brothers in Christ. Consider applying to be a pastoral carer. You will receive full training. Applications close 31 March 2024.
We also invite you to watch a video from the College of Bishops presenting a message of hope in times of change, uncertainty and anxiety, and share it with others who are seeking guidance and hope as we prepare for the General Synod and the decision on the Way Forward proposal. Please find a time to show this during or after a worship service.
Pastor Richard Schwedes will be the next bishop of the NSW–ACT District of the LCANZ. Pastor Richard, who will also have oversight of the Lutheran Church of New Zealand, was elected during the district’s 40th Convention of Synod at Wagga Wagga NSW earlier this month. He will succeed Bishop Robert Bartholomaeus, who is retiring. Read more
In order to maintain its support of the LCA in a changing regulatory environment, LLL is returning to Religious Charitable Development Fund status. LLL customers have been sent a letter or email detailing how this status transition will affect them. Read more
Lay delegate assistance
The General Church Board recognises that some parishes financially struggle to send a lay delegate to General Synod and has earmarked limited funding to assist in some cases where the parish is unable to cover expenses. Applications for assistance must be made on the Lay Delegate Assistance application form and received no later than 31 October 2024. Applications and inquiries should be directed to: synod@lca.org.au
Parish General Synod fees due 31 March
Parishes, please remember to pay your General Synod delegate fee by 31 March. The fee, which covers Convention administration and running costs, is $550 (plus GST if appropriate). The fees are charged on a per-delegate basis to parishes whether or not their delegate(s) attends Convention. If your parish did not receive a notification letter or invoice, or if you need more information, please email synod@lca.org.au
Reminder: lay delegate details and proposals due 31 March
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LCA Vic Tas 2024 District Convention of Synod
Dates: 12–14 July 2024
Location: Good News Lutheran College, Tarneit Vic
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