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What's so important about the 31st July?
The first target in the Governance and Reporting Framework for the Child Safety Standards is due on 31 July. The actions required are
- Congregation/parish council appoints assessor to conduct self-assessment.
- Assessor completes child safety self-assessment.
- Assessor submits self-assessment to congregation or parish council.
A number of resources for congregations are available on the LCA website.
District Convention of Synod
Congregations are asked to elect their delegates now. Registrations will open on 17th June.
Congregational actions
We are asking congregation and parish leadership to ensure the following actions take place
- Complete & submit 2021 Statistics
- Update office bearers to LAMP2
- Provide the 2021 Book of Reports and Financials to District Office
Congregational life & COVID-19
Information on directions and restrictions regarding Coronavirus can be found at the relevant government websites.
The Victorian Government Coronavirus website can be found HERE, or call the Victoria Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398
The Tasmanian Coronavirus website is located HERE or call the Tasmania Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738
Latest News and Features
19 May District eVoices
This week’s District eVoices includes articles on the cross cultural ministry taking place at the Nunawading Waverly congregation supported by evangelist John Zhong, a reflection on the LYV Empower event earlier this year, an update from Judy Bowman on Tertiary Ministry, a celebration story from the South Sudanese. The usual features of Important Dates, positions… Read more
04 May District eVoices
This edition of District eVoices includes a devotional message from Bishop Lester, celebrations of anniversaries and regularisations of calls across the District, some news on District Convention of Synod, plus the regular features of ABCs for congregational leadership, Pastor call updates, events and important dates, the district prayer list, and links to LCANZ departmental eNews…. Read more
LCA Victorian District Church Council’s Encouragement to be COVID-Safe communities
As COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease across metro Melbourne and regional Victoria, LCAVD are looking forward to a time when we can fully recommence face-to-face word and sacrament worship services. It is here that we can welcome others, share community and express Gods love and grace for all. The path out of lockdowns and restrictions… Read more
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