May2016
The Reformation: It’s all about Jesus
by Fraser Pearce
As part of the lead-up to the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017, an ecumenical working party of Lutherans and Catholics has been planning a program of projects and events in order to jointly commemorate the occasion. One project is a series of articles about the significance of the Reformation, written by Lutheran and… Read more
May2016
50.500 faith.freedom.future
by LCA Communications
During this synodical term, 2015–2018, the LCA/NZ reaches two significant milestones: in 2016 the LCA’s 50th birthday; and in 2017 the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. 50.500 faith.freedom.future invites us to celebrate and commemorate these special anniversaries – with thanks to God for his past blessings, and in the sure hope and confidence that he… Read more
Apr2016
Guiding principles for all generations
by Jodi Brook
Grow Ministries has developed ‘Ten Guiding Principles’ to assist leaders and congregations of the LCA to renew their ministry to children, young people and their families – that is, to everyone! The goal is to encourage congregations to create healthy intergenerational cultures which nurture faith for life. These principles help to move ministry and mission… Read more
Apr2016
Warm welcome for the aged
by Janette Lange
Located in the South Australian Riverland, the town of Loxton quite literally put on its warmest welcome the day the Premier of SA, Sir Thomas Playford, came to town for a special opening of a building in 1965. Sunday 21 February 1965 started off with warm weather. By 2.30 pm when the service began, the… Read more
Apr2016
Lessons of creation
by LCA Communications
When it comes to caring for God’s creation, it seems some of the youngest members of our LCA community can teach the rest of us a lesson or two. As they learn, students in many parts of the Lutheran Education Australia system are working to protect and preserve our environment as a unique, delicate and… Read more
Apr2016
Our straw bale castle
by Lara Lang
Rather than worrying what the house they have built will do for their social standing or local real estate values, one Adelaide family has placed more importance on the impact it will have on the environment for future generations. A home is a place to retreat to and recharge from the stresses of the world;… Read more
Apr2016
How does goodness grow?
by Julie Krause
How does goodness grow? By the end of this year, more than 7000 young people in more than 50 Lutheran schools across the country will be able to tell you. These young people are part of Australian Lutheran World Service’s (ALWS) Awareness Days, which this year have the theme, ‘Goodness grows – our planet, our… Read more
Apr2016
Video gets vital message out
by Richard Fox
People like to watch videos. Video is the most popular content on the internet and YouTube is second only to Google in searching for things on the internet. Communicating Christ’s message of hope through video can make a difference to more people than we can imagine. You can find videos on the internet on almost… Read more
Apr2016
Spirit of the soil
by LCA Communications
Wine lovers usually want to know about the vintage and where the grapes were grown before they buy a bottle – or a dozen. Troy Kalleske, from SA’s Barossa Valley, believes making wines with a natural, minimalist approach is the way to capture the truest essence of the vineyard in every bottle. The Kalleske family… Read more
Apr2016
Stewards of his earth
by LCA Communications
Being a farmer is never easy but making the commitment to farm organically can be an even tougher row to hoe – literally hoeing weeds. However, for the Reichenbach family of Victoria’s Wimmera district, they believe that decision is the right one in line with their Christian faith. The past couple of years have been… Read more
