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15 April 2025
In a message of encouragement shared with the church in the lead-up to Easter, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith says, 'as we follow [Christ's] journey to the cross, we are reminded that he is trustworthy and true and will cleanse us from all unrighteousness ... You and I are the continuing voice of those who sang praises to the Lord of the cross and empty grave. Each year on Easter Sunday, we gather with the joyful shout, "He is risen indeed, Alleluia!"' Read more
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The LCANZ has joyfully welcomed two new pastors: Mark Tung, ordained in Auckland on 6 April, New Zealand, to serve the Mandarin-speaking Botany Lutheran Church, and Maria Rudolph, the church’s first female pastor, ordained in Adelaide on 13 April. She will serve as Associate Pastor at St John’s Lutheran Church, Perth. Read more
Glynde Zion Lutheran Church in South Australia brought Easter joy to more than 400 students and staff at East Torrens Primary School by sharing hot cross buns and chocolate eggs. The simple gifts sparked curiosity, conversation and connection – offering a taste of God’s love and a joyful witness to the school community. Read more
RHYALL 'JIM' KLEIN (28/12/1933–11/04/2025)
Ordained 20 Jan 1957 (St Johns Jindera NSW); served Renmark SA (1957–1960), ELC-PNG Missionary, Menyanya, Awelkon, Mt Hagen Seminary Ogelberg, Mt Hagen (1960–1978), Port Adelaide SA (1978–1986), Onkaparinga SA (1986–1994), Ferryden Park – Adelaide Aboriginal Lutheran Fellowship (1994–1998); retired 27 Dec 1998; died 11 April 2025; funeral to be announced; mourned by wife Noreen, children Richard, Kerri, Kym and Julie and families
Members of Trinity Lutheran Church Ashmore in Queensland are making a bold move for the sake of the gospel and have received an LCANZ Local Mission Fund grant to support them. Trinity is partnering with co-located Trinity Lutheran College to plant a church for students and their families. Read more
Thank you to the many congregations stepping up for child safety by submitting your Round 2 Child Safety Action Plans. Submissions will be listed on the website by the end of April. Congregations yet to submit are still required to complete a plan. Contact Nicole Hall on 0491 011 643 with an update on your progress. Read more
- ALWS 75th Anniversary 2025 (14 April)
- Queensland District (9 April)
- Online Together (SA–NT District) (9 April)
- COMMUNITY CHAPLAIN – FAMILY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE REFUGES
Lutheran Services, Milton Qld
Up to 0.4 FTE; initial four-month period with possible extension - PASTORAL SUPPORT WORKER
Finke River Mission, Hermannsburg NT
Expressions of interest invited from pastors
- WALK MY WAY VOLUNTEERS
ALWS needs volunteer help with registrations and walk marshalling at two major Walk My Way events in May 2025.
If you are interested in volunteering, contact Aaron Glover on 0481 578 850 or aarong@alws.org.au - LUTHERAN EARTH CARE
VOLUNTEER LAY COMMITTEE MEMBER
Committee vacancy for the 2025–2027 synodical term. Enthusiastic members of the LCANZ with a passion for creation care are invited to submit a nomination using the form here and send it to nominations@lca.org.au - COMMISSION ON THEOLOGY AND INTER-CHURCH RELATIONS
Vacancies for two lay members and one pastor member. Please complete the nomination form here and send it to nominations@lca.org.au by Monday 21 April.
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OLD HERBIG FAMILY TREE
170th Anniversary celebrations
27 April 2025
All welcome to 11.30am thanksgiving service at the tree.
Lunch afterwards for descendants only at the Springton Institute.
More details – 0405 587 855
Lunch bookings:
www.herbigfamilytree.com.au
LUTHERAN WOMEN OF NSW & ACT
58th Annual Convention
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Belconnen ACT
3 May 2025
Theme: Walking with Jesus
9am: ‘Cuppa’ and registration
9.45am: Opening devotion
Lunch: $15
RSVP by 18 April to Tanna 0488 700 027
or tandtmac@bigpond.com
SAVE THE DATE
GLYNDE ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH SA
100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
24 August 2025 – dedication of church building
Please visit www.glyndechurch.org for
updates and more information.
ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH
JEPARIT VIC
100TH ANNIVERSARY
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
of church building dedication
Sunday 7 September 2025, 10am
More details to follow.
For information, contact:
Chairman Wayne Werner 0428 972 044
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