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Adelaide’s Northern Zone gathers to encourage, connect and look ahead
Nearly 50 ministry and congregation leaders from across the Northern Zone gathered at Good Shepherd Lutheran, Para Vista, to reconnect, celebrate what God is doing in their communities and discern what may be needed next. From youth and multicultural ministry to stronger lay leadership and new ways of building community, the afternoon highlighted the opportunities God is placing before our churches and the importance of continuing to support and encourage one another. Read more ...
2026 District Pastors' Conference
From 26–28 August the pastors of our district came from far and wide across South Australia and the Northern Territory to come together at ‘The Ark’, Salisbury to hear and share what’s happening in our church, engage in discussion on current topics, and to share some good coffee and conversation. Read more ...
Spiritual Leadership
Evie Stevens, principal of Good Shepherd Lutheran School, Para Vista, and Pastor Michael Dutschke share how prayer, discernment and spiritual authority shape their leadership. Reflecting on their partnership as ‘co-leaders and co-warriors’, they share how they listen to Jesus and pray for their school and congregation.
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Winter intensives held in Adelaide
Australian Lutheran College (ALC) ran a series of intensive learning opportunities at LCANZ Church House in the Adelaide CBD during July, bringing together students and other participants from across the church for face-to-face learning and fellowship. Read more ...
2026 Blueprint Ministry Grants
Grants of up to $1,500 are available to support Children, Family, Youth and Young Adult Ministry in congregations, parishes and groups across our District. Funds can be used to support existing ministries or new initiatives, including resources, training, coaching, Mainly Music and Messy Church. For more information contact Jeanette on 08 8267 5211 or admin@blueprintministries.org.au
Applications close 1 November 2026.
Nepal flood disaster: support needed Severe flooding in Nepal has caused widespread devastation, with more than 150 people reported dead and hundreds missing. ALWS is working with Lutheran partners, including LWF, to assess needs and develop an emergency response. As a church, we pray for all those affected by this disaster, for those still unaccounted for, and for emergency workers and aid agencies responding to the crisis.
The NCLS surveys are on their way to your parish/congregation!
We encourage parishes/congregations to set aside a date in October for the surveys to be completed. The surveys are to be completed by members aged 15 years and older and takes around 20 minutes to complete. Each member is asked to complete the survey once only. The results of these surveys provide valuable insights that can help congregations as they plan and shape their ministry and mission into the future. For more information, please visit https://2026ncls.org.au/run-the-survey/ or contact the District Office.
NOTICEBOARD
Handmade Collective is a group of local Adelaide Christian songwriters creating music and resources to serve the church and support congregational worship.
As well as writing and recording music, Handmade Collective plays for congregations. Visit www.handmade-collective.com to see where they’ll be playing next and to get in touch if you’d like them to come and play at your church.
Our Saviour Aberfoyle Park invites all congregations, families, and friends to join on 12 September in ALWS Walk My Way. Enjoy a sausage sizzle, walk around the Happy Valley Reservoir, spot some kangaroos … and raise funds to support refugee girls in Kenya and Somalia to stay in school and reduce their risk of child marriage. The congregation with the most entrants will win a special pink WMW cap donated by the LLL, which will go on display at the new Church House Exhibition Centre.
Have you ever thought about those ‘other’ characters in stories in the Bible? The ones on the edges of familiar tales – and some not so familiar. Onlookers, the third book in Valerie Volk’s Bystanders / Witnesses series, brings to life another set of interesting people. The stories may be fiction, but they leave the reader wondering. For more information visit www.valerievolk.com.au
The LCANZ Mission Directors are holding monthly online conversations in Explorations in Mission and Ministry (EMMY). You are invited to join for shared reflection, story-telling, and encouragement.
📅 Tuesday 22 September
All Ages on Mission: Passing Faith Forward
When generations serve together, something beautiful happens. Young and old alike are shaped by shaped faith and purpose. In this session, we'll explore how intergenerational ministry deepens discipleship and strengthens mission across all ages.
🕧 12pm (ACST) & 6pm (ACST) repeated session
🔗 Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3605615625?omn=83256189035
Meeting ID: 360 561 5625 | Passcode: EmmY
📅 20 October – The front door of grace: hospitality as mission
General Synod 2027: what you need to know
The LCA's 22nd Regular Convention of General Synod will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in Queensland from 1-4 October 2027. Information on delegate fees, key deadlines and planning for delegates has now been released to help congregations and parishes prepare for the gathering. Read more ...
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