Dec2017
Fishing and friendship with ‘Santa Claus’
by Pastor Reid Matthias
In Pastor Reid Matthias’ first week at a new church, he was touched by the generosity of a parishioner – and reminded about the true spirit of Christmas.
Nov2017
A little church’s big gesture
by LCA Communications
Zion Lutheran Church Gnadenberg, in South Australia, is a little church with a big heart and a passion for seeing the gospel preached throughout the LCA.
Sep2017
Free to answer the call
by Paul Rohrlach
In his teens Paul Rohrlach didn’t think he ‘could ever be a leader for anything’. Now, at 24, he’s been a church synod delegate and is chairperson of his congregation.
Sep2017
Salisbury congregation powers on solar
In 2015 the LCA’s General Synod backed a call for members to consider their impact on the environment in everything they do. One case study in this area is The Ark at Salisbury Lutheran Church. The Ark has looked to improve its energy efficiency since 2013 and to cut costs averaging $8500 per year. The… Read more
Aug2017
Never be the same
by Terry Goessling
Ten Immanuel College students will ‘never be the same’ after a life-changing trip to Bethany Home (Malaysia), where they served young people living with disabilities.
Jun2017
Free to serve in community
by Nicholas Williams
The son and grandson of award-winning musicians Warren and Gus Williams, it’s no surprise Nicholas Williams loves singing. Nicholas, 26, also loves serving his community.
May2017
Christ answers reconciliation question
by Shona Reid
Shona Reid is a descendent of the Eastern Arrernte people and a member at St Paul’s Ferryden Park in South Australia.
Apr2017
Strong love, strong culture
by LCA Communications
An amazing strength of character shines through the diminutive Daphne Puntjina. She has a strong love for God and for her Central Australian community.
Mar2017
Strong love, strong culture
by Helen Beringen and Rob Borgas
An amazing strength of character shines through the diminutive Daphne Puntjina. She has a strong love for God and for her Central Australian community. This white-haired grandmother may be 73 years old, but age hasn’t wearied her spirited love and support for her community.
Mar2017
From little plants, big love grows
by LCA Communications
Retiree Paul Sabel’s garden is a huge blessing – not just for him and wife, but also for some of the world’s poorest.