Convention of Synod

1. APPOINT
Congregations are required to appoint a delegate each synodical period, even if they are not planning to attend convention.
Each congregation is entitled to send one delegate per 100 communing members or part thereof, as per the congregation 2021 statistics. If you wish to appoint a parish delegate, contact the District Office.

To formally appoint your delegate, complete the Delegate Appointment Form here and return it to the District Office no later than 1 March 2023.

Please note, delegates may be called on at times other than convention weekend to assist with decision making for the District. All information will be sent electronically so delegates need access to their LCA email address (created upon receipt of their LAMP2 appointment form) and internet to download documents.

2. REGISTER
Appointed delegates will need to register their details online to confirm their attendance (or register an apology) at convention. No late registrations will be accepted. Meals can be ordered during the registration process. A credit card will be required to complete payment for meals & extras.

Registrations will open in early 2023 and details will be sent to delegates listed in LAMP2 directly.

3. CHECK IN
On 20 May 2023, delegates check in at the District Convention of Synod at the Encounter Lutheran College, Victor Harbor.

Accommodation: we encourage delegates to begin booking accommodation soon. Please note, the District does not have any recommended accommodation venues at this time.

Visitors: Any visitors to convention must register to attend. To assist with planning and catering, we will not be able to accept registrations to attend once registration have closed.

Meals: Meals will be provided for those who register to attend. Attendees can advise of dietary requirements at time of registration. A coffee van will be available at the venue each morning.

Convention dinner: To be advised.

COVID-19 Information: If the District is forced to cancel the event due to COVID-19 a full refund of all meal costs will be offered to delegates.

Every attempt will be made to keep delegates safe and adhere to Government regulations, we ask all delegates to assist us in this regard.

Book of Reports: The Book of Reports will be available to download from the District website and will be emailed to each delegate closer to convention. Delegates are welcome to bring a tablet, laptop or other electronic device to convention to view their Book of Reports in electronic format, however, please note power stations will not be available at tables.

If you do not have access to a device with long battery life, you can either order a printed copy of the book during registration – (postage is included in the cost), or print your own copy of the book. We encourage congregations to support their delegate by printing a copy for them, if required.

Expos: Some expos will be available. More information to come.

Invoices: Invoices for your congregation or parish delegate entitlement will be sent in early 2023. Parishes will also receive an invoice for their pastors. These must be paid in full regardless of actual attendance at convention. The fees cover delegate appointment only, and not meals, accommodation and other expenses.

Future information: All future communication will be sent via email.

Proposals must be submitted by 3^rd of February 2023 to administration.sa-nt@lca.org.au.

All proposals must be considered by the Constitutions Committee and District Church Council prior to inclusion in the Book of Reports.

Nominations are open for all District Councils and Committees. To nominate, please fill in this form and return this to the District Office no later than 15 February 2023.

Committees open to receive nominations:

• District Church Council
• Lutheran Aged Care Council
• Constitutions Committee
• Loxton Riverview Rest Home
• Tanunda Lutheran Home
• Aboriginal Ministry SA (AbMinSA)
• Immanuel College Council

Enquiries can be directed to the SA-NT District Office on (08) 8267 5211.