New leader for Lutheran Education announced
Dr Lisa Schmidt will be the next Executive Director for Lutheran Education Australia, succeeding Mr Stephen Rudolph, who is retiring from the role. Associate Professor Schmidt is currently the Dean of Education for the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University in South Australia. Read the story
Commemoration of Aleksandr SolzhenitsynTen years ago, on 3 August, towards evening, one of the most courageous Christians of the twentieth century died from heart failure on the outskirts of Moscow. His name was Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. Read the story
NZ Lutherans celebrate 175 yearsThis year marks the 175th anniversary of the establishment of the Lutheran church in New Zealand, and descendants of the first German settlers are preparing to recognise the milestone with a weekend of events in October. Read the story
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BEING SINGLE ... A CALLING,
NOT A FAILING
It seems society often measures our success according to our employment and relationship status. Emma Graetz shares some of her journey, navigating life as a single person – and as a loved child of God. Download 360p (7.3MB) Download 720p (22.6MB)
A SPECIAL CHANCE TO GROW
A further 12 young adults will next year have the chance to prepare to be future leaders in the LCA, thanks to the continuation of the Grow Leadership program. An 11-month program jointly run by the church’s Grow Ministries and LCA International Mission, Grow Leadership was first held in 2017. Download 360p (8.6MB) Download 720p (29.4MB)
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REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 24 AUGUST If you are planning to attend General Convention of Synod (October, Sydney) as a visitor or volunteer, you must register by 24 August. we need to know the days you will be attending, and the meals and ground transport you require. This applies also to delegates.
Time to start planning!
28 October 2018
or whenever it suits you
This year our LCA General Convention of Synod will focus on the theme faith.freedom.future, with a special focus on future. So our Longest Lutheran Lunch in 2018 is all about children ... our future. It's time to start planning your event. We've put some ideas on the website, but we know you'll come up with plenty of your own as well. Make sure you register your event (you can do that on the website) so we can send you your party kit. If you need more of anything, this year you'll be able to order more promotional and party items from our online shop.
Head on over now to the website and get your first dose of inspiration.
AGED CARE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES GOVERNANCE SUPPORT COORDINATOR
Three days per week, 18-month contract
Location negotiable
FINANCE OFFICER
Lutheran Education SA, NT & WA
North Adelaide SA
Full-time, initial two-year contract
PARISH OFFICER ADMINISTRATOR
Bundaberg St Johns Congregation, Qld
Casual position up to 20 hours per week
PROGRAMS TEAM LEADER
Luther Heights Youth Camp
Coolum Beach Qld
INTERN – NEW YORK USA
Lutheran Office for World Community
New York USA
January– December 2019
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