Young people across Lutheran churches, schools and ministry communities are already using their gifts in many ways. From worship and youth ministry to camp leadership and international service, five young people share in the October–November edition of The Lutheran how their faith has grown and where they see God at work in their lives. Read more

If you'll be attending the LCA's 22nd Regular Convention of General Synod next year, now is the time to start planning and making bookings where possible. Our new travel and accommodation guide webpage includes information on travel, transport and accommodation. Visit the webpage or download our printable infographic.

In the October–November edition of The Lutheran, we celebrate the faith, gifts and leadership of young people across the LCANZ. Discover how God is at work through young people in congregations, schools, camps and communities, and be encouraged by the relationships that help nurture faith across generations. Subscribe today

Featuring beautiful photography, daily lectionary readings and key verses to inspire you each month, Lutheran Media's free 2027 Bible calendar is here to help you begin each day with the hope and joy of God's word. Bulk calendar orders are also available to share with your congregation, school or community group. Order your calendar

The next EmmY session, 'The front door of grace: hospitality as mission', is happening on Tuesday 20 October 2026. Hospitality is more than being friendly – it’s a reflection of God’s heart. The session will explore how genuine welcome, belonging and inclusion can become powerful expressions of the gospel. Find out more

Almost 5,000 people follow the LCA’s Facebook page, which shares uplifting daily doses of information and inspiration. You’ll find news from across our Lutheran family, prayer points, devotions, encouragement, and a healthy dollop of fun and nostalgia. Not a follower yet? Change your status here. You might be number 5,000!

Soon, your chairperson will be calling for nominations for positions up for election at your AGM. The Governance and Leadership page of the LCA website outlines the roles and responsibilities of church council members (chairperson, treasurer, secretary, etc.). Take a look and consider whether God might be calling you to serve in this way.

For resources for congregation leaders, visit our dedicated webpage.

• Community and connection at the heart of Endeavour’s growth (7 October)

• Te Oriwa – The Olive Tree (LCNZ)
  (7 October)
• Queensland District (7 October)
• Australian Lutheran College
  (30 September)

• MINISTRY OPERATIONS OFFICER
  Immanuel Lutheran Church, Novar Gardens SA, 6 hours per week, initial 12-month contract
• PROJECT COORDINATOR – DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION, LCANZ, Commission on Social and Bioethical Questions, Adelaide SA (hybrid location negotiable), 0.4 FTE, 12-month fixed-term contract
• COORDINATOR – COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, St Stephen's Lutheran Congregation, Adelaide SA, 0.5 FTE, 2-year contract

• EXHIBITION CENTRE VOLUNTEERS
  If you are interested in volunteering at the LCANZ Church House Exhibition Centre, email exhibitioncentre@lca.org.au