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Book of Reports
As Congregations and Parishes hold annual AGMs, you are requested to forward a copy of the AGM Book of Reports to District Office, along with a list of Office Bearers, as soon as is practical.
Email Keryn Middelmann at District Office.
Thanks to those who have already sent in Books of Reports for their last AGM.
2024 Statistical Reporting in LAMP 2
Congregations/Parishes are requested to complete their statistics for 2024 by the end of February. Statistics can be entered into LAMP 2 via the LCA Portal. Contact the District Office for assistance if needed.
Read more HERE
Latest News and Features
Foundation Stone Centenary at Tarrington Lutheran Church
Sunday July 19th was a wonderful celebration of 100 years since the laying of the foundation stone at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Tarrington. About 220 people came along to the… Read more
Christian Life Week (CLW) 2026
Christian Life Week (CLW) 2026 brought a fantastic group of high-school aged campers and leaders to Halls Gap for an unforgettable week of digging deeper into faith, friendship, and fun…. Read more
Nothing can separate us from the love of God
31 What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32 He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us… Read more
The Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA) is committed to providing a safe church environment for children and young people. The LCA acknowledges that children are a precious gift from God, with special vulnerabilities, that they require nourishment and nurture in their spiritual development and that they are to be protected from all forms of abuse. The LCA also affirms that it has no tolerance for child abuse and that all its people have an important responsibility to care for children and to keep them safe. The way we care for children reflects our genuineness of faith. It is also a reflection of God’s love and his divine protection.
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Did you catch something familiar on Channel 9 last week? 👀🔍
This N That Community Op Shop featured heavily in this segment from last Friday on saving money by shopping second hand.
Head down to Brentford Square to check it out for yourself! 🛍
www.vic.lca.org.au/about-us/district-related-entities/this-n-that-community-store/
Have you heard about Handmade Collective? They're a group of Adelaide-based Christian musicians bringing together music, faith and a passion for worship.
Their first album for congregations to use in worship is out now! Give it a listen here: linktr.ee/handmadeartandfaith
The group have also produced lyric videos, with more on the way. You can see and download them here: handmade-collective.com/resources
Congratulations Handmade Collective on your new album! 👏
Lutheran Church of Australia - SA & NT
Blueprint Ministries
LLL AustraliaThe album is out now!!!
Follow this link to stream it and watch the live videos: linktr.ee/handmadeartandfaith
Thanks so much to everyone involved with the project! What a blessing to be part of a creative vision like and to see it through.
Resources for worship will be available on our website soon, so head on over to have a look: www.handmade-collective.com
You can also sign up for our mailing list and be notified whenever we release new music or new resources.
One last thing to mention is that we're keen to serve local churches by playing for worship services, so let us know if you'd like us to come to your church by contacting us through the website!
Band:
Vocals - Isobel Yeend
Vocals, guitars, mixing - Josiah Whillas (Resurrection Rhythms)
Vocals, bass - Daniel Kitson
Keys - Matthew Ahrens
Drums - Bailey Hall
Violin - Ebony Kitson
Mastering - Harley Campbell (Harley J. Productions)
Video:
Director - Holly Sapsford
Lighting - Tim Hanley
Camera operator - Riley Sapsford
Supported by:
LLL Australia
Lutheran Church of Australia - SA & NT
Blueprint Ministries
Last week, Bishop Lester was welcomed at Good Shepherd College in Hamilton for the Installation of newly appointed Principal, Dr Michelle Kearney.
The LCAVD Office extend our congratulations to Dr Kearney and wish her every blessing as she begins her journey with the Good Shepherd community.
EMMY is a monthly space bringing together pastors and leaders from across Australia and New Zealand for shared reflection, story-telling, and encouragement.
Each month includes a short stimulus (video or reflection), followed by an open Zoom conversation where we listen, ask questions, and learn from one another.
Last month, Pr Brett Kennett led a conversation on the theme of 'Faith that spills over: everyday disciples in action'.
Mission isn’t just for the few – it’s for all of us. The session explored how ordinary believers can live out and speak the gospel naturally in their daily lives. Together, the group shared ideas for helping faith overflow into everyday conversations and actions.
Watch last month's EMMY here: www.lca.org.au/emmy/
Amplify Conference - Melbourne East
Saturday 8 August 2026; 8:45am-1:30pm
SDA Vic Admin Offices
141 Central Rd, Nunawading VIC 3131
Join the Melbourne East hub for a refreshing half-day gathering designed to encourage and equip you and your youth and children’s ministry team. Dive into powerful and practical in-person and video-based workshops focused on discipleship, finishing with a shared lunch to connect with others who share your heart for the next generation.
$20 registration includes morning tea and lunch.
Supported by the Victorian CMN (cmn.org.au)
amplifyconference.com.au/hub-details/melbourne-east/
