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National Church Life Survey
Change of format for General Convention of Synod 2021
Taking into account the extraordinary circumstances relating to COVID-19, the GCB unanimously agreed to hold the 20th regular Convention of General Synod in two parts: an online meeting in early October 2021, which will then be adjourned until the meeting resumes in person at a location to be determined in September or October 2022.
Worship during COVID-19
Victoria has returned to lockdown conditions for 7 days commencing Thursday 05 August at 8.00pm. Gathering in worship will not be permitted during this time.
Many congregations offer an online presence via You Tube and other media. Use the LCA 'Find a church' page to find what's on offer.
For metropolitan areas you can watch the St Paul's Box Hill Lutheran service on SBS TV broadcast on Channel 31 broadcasting on Channel 44 - every Friday 1-2pm.
Latest News and Features
05 August District eVoices
This edition of District eVoices contains several happy stories about RE-connecting. You will hear from; Emile-Rae of the Lutheran Youth of Victoria Christian Life Week Camp Christine Modra of the Lutheran Women of Victoria Retreat Committee and also hear about the recent Virtual Visit between District Church Council and members of the North East Zone… Read more
Update on LCA Child Safety Standards
In recent months, you may have heard about the draft LCA Child Safety Standards for Congregations. These draft standards have been developed as a mechanism for implementing the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations within our congregations. The proposed LCA standards are heavily reflective of the National Principles in content and requirements but are tailored… Read more
Disruption and reorientation – A message from District Bishop Lester Priebbenow
Another disruption! Victorian lockdown 5.0! I don’t know exactly what you had planned to do this week, but I imagine that what you are doing may be quite different from what you planned. For many of you, I assume there was a mad scramble to reorientate and readjust your plans so you could continue work… Read more
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Wow! What a long 22 months it has been in between Christian Life Week face-to-face camps!! We were so incredibly blessed to have been able to run CLW Purple in July, it has been a long time coming, and it felt like returning home! This year our theme for CLW is 'Eternity, discovering our end games as Christians!'
CLW Purple was full of so much fun, laughter, discussions, worship, games, small group studies, and memories. We were so fortunate to be able to have both campers and leaders who wanted to come back together with each other and spend a week in Christ together. To be able to spend the week together and delve more into our faith journeys as Christians is so special and so encouraging to see so many involved. We all enjoyed catching up with old friends and meeting new friends throughout the week.
We are very much looking forward to running CLW Orange in September and I encourage any 13–18-year olds to register to secure your spot on camp. We are also still looking for any young adults, 18+ who would be interested in wanting to lead on CLW Orange. Please feel free to contact us if you are interested.
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Dec was extremely uplifted and encouraged attending CLW Purple - ‘incredibly blessed’ 🙏
Have your say!
Australian Lutheran College (ALC) is embarking on a journey of growth and renewal. We need to hear your voice so that we can provide the best possible support to those we serve, both now and in the future. ALC currently offers a broad range of opportunities for education, training, research and further learning. You may be an employer or staff member in a faith-based setting, a church worker, a volunteer, a student or someone who simply wants to deepen their Christian faith. Have your say on the range of services and programs that ALC might provide for you.
The ALC Board of Directors invites you to take a few minutes to complete this confidential survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/alc-have-your-say. You are encouraged to pass the link on to others who may not have received this survey invitation.
The survey will close on Monday 30 August.
Timeline Photos'Border Crossings' magazine is on its way to LCA International Mission supporters and 'The Lutheran' subscribers. You can also read the edition online here lcamission.org.au/category/resources/border-crossing-magazine/
Read about the way your prayerful support and the mission of LCANZ people and overseas partner churches are enabling the gospel to change lives.
Email LCA International Mission lcaim@lca.org.au or phone 08 8267 7300 to receive a copy.
Learning about the Industry Training Hubs - with Kristen MEGT Australia. Set up by the Federal Government to assist those in year 11 & 12 find the best pathways to their future careers in upcoming industries in Greater Shepparton. We look forward to sharing more information with our community members as they come to us. The future is looking bright in Health & Community Services, Construction & Trade, Manufacturing, Transport & Warehousing, Agriculture & Horticulture and Rail.
2021 National Church Life Survey
Erin at District Office would love to talk to your Congregation's NCLS representative. Feel free to give her a call, or send her an email.
Read more about the NCLS Survey in next week's District eVoices.
