No images? Click here To share this eNews with your congregation, copy this link into your print or online bulletin http://lcaenews.online/201013 To commemorate the anniversary of the Reformation on 31 October, there are a number of resources available across the Lutheran Church and from Lutheran World Federation for worship and reflection. While some congregations are still unable to gather due to the COVID-19 pandemic, these resources are also ideal for church at home. Grow Ministries Lutheran Media Lutheran World Federation Board backs moves to improve call process The General Church Board (GCB) has approved moves to improve the ‘efficiency and transparency’ of the LCA/NZ’s call process. Following a decision by the 2015 General Convention of Synod, the then General Church Council (now GCB) commissioned an investigation into the LCA call process in order to hear from congregations and to identify ways the system could be improved. Read the story LCA/NZ ordination service to be live-streamedDue to COVID-19 restrictions limiting attendance numbers at public gatherings, this year’s LCA/NZ ordination service will be live-streamed on the internet, so that people from across the church can participate. In-person attendance at the service, which will be held at Concordia College chapel, at Highgate in South Australia, will be by invitation only. No general public seats will be available. Read the story or access promotional materials ALWS thanksgiving worship resources This Sunday, our Lutheran Church comes together to give thanks for 70 years of service through Australia Lutheran World Service (ALWS). While COVID-19 may have cancelled public events, you can still join in the thanksgiving in worship, with these special resources: LAST WEEK (11 OCTOBER) Share the story. Multiply the joy. Be an encourager. Advice for delegates Delegates for Convention of General Synod (planned for Melbourne in October 2021) are advised not to book flights or accommodation yet. Due to uncertainties around COVID-19, there is no guarantee that deposits or full payments will be refunded in the event of Convention being postponed or re-located. Read more Short movie competition winners Lutheran Media has announced the winners for its 2020 short movie competition. You can view winning entries on Lutheran Media's website or YouTube channel. The videos will also be posted onto social media. ONLINE NEWS ENEWS Worship Planning Page 9 October No vacancies this fortnight Congregations and agencies of the LCA/NZ may advertise events or programs for a fee of $80 for one eNews bulletin or and $100 for two. We can accept up to 40 words. Contact LCA Communications for more information. Multi-media deals with The Lutheran are also available; contact the editor. ENTRY-LEVEL JOB OPPORTUNITY WARRAMBUI VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 'ARISE!' 2021 You are receiving this email because you are a pastor or lay leader of the LCA/NZ, or you have signed up to receive it, or have indicated to us you wish to receive it. To subscribe to other LCA eNews, click here. To unsubscribe from this list, click here. (Note that pastors in active service and some lay leaders are required to remain subscribed to this eNews, as it relates to their role.) To change your email address, click here. 197 Archer Street North Adelaide SA 5006 |