We're part of a bigger church family, the Lutheran Church of Australia. Together we want to be a place where love comes to life. We believe that God's love is for everyone, everywhere, and we want you to see how his love comes to life in us – and in you.
Secretaries Workshop
We are holding a workshop for our congregation and parish secretaries and administrators. Join us at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Hampstead, on March 4.
Bushfires – How to Help
In some parts of Australia bushfires are continuing to threaten lives and livelihoods. In other places, hundreds of people are sifting through ashes, wondering how they will put their lives back together.
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You can support the SA-NT District and its departments by making a donation online. It is easy to do and only takes a few minutes to complete.
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An update from the fire ground
It has often been observed that in times of hardship the true essence of community and humanity is revealed. In the aftermath of the Cudlee Creek bushfire in the Adelaide Hills, Birdwood Lutheran Church Pastor David Kuss describes life on the fire-ground as full of unexpected blessings.
Several pastor installations held across the District
It’s been a month of change in the SA-NT District, with numerous pastor installations held across the state and more are scheduled to come. We ask that you keep these pastors and the congregations in your prayers as they commence their journey together.
Blueprint Ministries February Update
Blueprint Ministries would love to welcome young adults moving to or returning to Adelaide for study, training or employment and enable them to connect with others. Read more about this month’s news.
Lutheran history to be commemorated in Coober Pedy
The former site of the Coober Pedy Lutheran Church Hall will be commemorated with the unveiling of a plaque in May this year. The venture has been initiated by the Lutheran Church in Alice Springs and supported by the Coober Pedy Historical Society.
Bushfires – how to help
In some parts of Australia bushfires are continuing to threaten lives and livelihoods. In other places, hundreds of people are sifting through ashes, wondering how they will put their lives back together. Here’s how to help.
From the Bishop: The Advertiser Christmas Message 2019
Holding our recently born grandson in my arms last week reminded me how fragile life is, and how vulnerable and dependent we all are. He lay peacefully in my arms, oblivious to the world that awaits him.
A Uniquely Central Australian Christmas
Advent and Christmas are special times for us as church members. With Jesus at the heart of our celebrations it’s easy to assume that we all share a similar Christmas experience.
Students interview PM to Wipe Out Waste
Immanuel Primary School Novar Gardens has made a pact to help heal the planet and their message has gone right to the top, with students putting some tough questions to Prime Minister Scott Morrison, as part of a segment for television show Behind the News (BTN).
Prayer Labyrinth Constructed at Camp Kedron
Imagine walking beside a peaceful lake at sunset, conversing silently with God while navigating a path dedicated to just that task – this was the vision of the team at Lutheran Camp Kedron.
Blueprint Ministries December Update
Blueprint has designed a Christmas Family Faith Trail! Prepared in conjunction with the Uniting Church, it has lots of great ideas to celebrate the season of advent and Christmas.
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Gawler Lutheran Church is looking to hire a Child, Youth and Family Coordinator. The aim of this role is to empower and coordinate ministries involving the children, youth and families in the congregation, as well as Immanuel Lutheran School and Zion Preschool.
For more information and a copy of the job description, please click here: lca.box.com/shared/static/tkk1zhrorlqkowr44eii2zwo26d8fvbl.pdf
Applications close February 28.
Lindsay Thomas will be ordained as a Specific Ministry Pastor at Yalata on February 26. We ask for God's blessing over Lindsay as he moves into his new role.
Pastor Paul Calnan will be installed at Holy Cross Murray Bridge on February 23, with the service beginning at 2pm. Please keep Pastor Paul and the congregation in your prayers.
Here is a photo from Pastor Lee van Rossen's installation at Whyalla on Sunday. In this image he is joined by Pastor Robin Zadow (Southern Flinders), Pastor Keith McNicol (Cleve), Pastor Phil Joppich (Port Lincoln) and SA-NT Bishop David Altus. We pray that God bless Pastor Lee and his family as they settle in to the community.
This event is only a few weeks away now. There will be a diverse range of teams leading the day and the Lutheran Church will be coordinating the program between 11am and 12pm. For more information, visit www.nationaldayofprayer.org.au
