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4 August 2026
After a season of prayer and discernment, Our Saviour Lutheran Church Aberfoyle Park in suburban Adelaide began to see its congregation and school not as separate ministries but as partners in God's mission. Supported by the LCANZ Local Mission Fund, the community is discovering how relationships, presence and everyday acts of care can open doors for sharing Christ's love. Read more
Our Saviour Aberfoyle Park is one of many congregations supported through the Local Mission Fund. Feel inspired by Our Saviour's story? With just over two weeks left to apply for 2027 funding, now is the time to consider what God may be calling your congregation to do next and bring your mission ideas to life. Find out more and apply
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The 2026 Australian Census will be held next week on 11 August. Bishop Paul Smith encourages LCA members to see the Census as an opportunity for Christian witness by accurately recording their faith and Lutheran identity. Learn how to ensure 'Lutheran' is included in your Census response and why it matters. Read more
Join an ALWS Walk My Way in Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra or Cairns this August and September. Walk with friends, family or colleagues and help refugee girls in Kenya and Somalia stay in school and reduce their risk of child marriage. Enjoy a fun community event while making a life-changing difference. Find out more
A generous bequest from Alf and Charlotte Stiller is helping preserve Lutheran heritage for future generations. More than $1 million has been distributed through the Alf and Charlotte Stiller Fund to support 25 restoration and maintenance projects at historic Lutheran buildings across Australia. Read more
The August–September edition of The Lutheran is out now! In this edition, discover how congregations, ministries and individuals across the LCANZ are using digital tools to learn, worship, connect and share the gospel. You’ll also find thoughtful reflections on what it means to live faithfully in a digital world. Subscribe or click here for a sneak preview.
The LCA website now includes an enhanced ‘Find a Church’ tool and a new ‘Find a Worship Service’ feature. Information is drawn directly from LAMP2, so now is a great time to check that your congregation's details and worship service information are correct. If updates are needed, simply update your record in LAMP2. Read more
Lutheran Tract Mission (LTM) offers a range of resources to support congregations, families and individuals preparing for confirmation and first communion. During the refurbishment of LLL and LTM systems, a selection of resources remains available to order, with the full range expected to return in October. Read more
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