Reaching out
with open arms
AUGUST–SEPTEMBER EDITION
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Reaching out
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AUGUST–SEPTEMBER EDITION
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The Lutheran is one of the most highly awarded publications within the Australasian Religious Press Association and we’re very proud of it.

God’s love comes
to life

The Lutheran reveals how God’s love comes to life in the families, congregations and communities of the LCA/NZ.

Honest stories of our people

The Lutheran tells the stories of our people in the church with profound honesty and frankness – there’s no glossing over the tough issues.

Featured Stories

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‘It’s the Father’s ministry’

When Ros O’Donohoe explains the story of the inspirational ‘Meet and Eat’ ministry, there’s a phrase that comes up again and again. ‘It’s the Father’s ministry.’ These words are a testament to the faith Ros draws on as she and a team of helpers prepare and serve dinner for 80 to 90 people most Monday evenings.
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LCANZ properties under contract

The LCANZ’s entire 1.9-hectare property at North Adelaide is under multiple contracts, with the total purchase price exceeding market evaluations. Expressions of interest (EOI) for the property closed in May and all successful EOI applicants have agreed to all LCANZ terms and conditions of sale.
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To God be the glory

Whether it’s a home-baked cupcake, a home-grown pumpkin, or a handmade bracelet, giving glory to God comes in many forms for retired teacher Anne Kotzur. Life is a whirl of baking, gardening and volunteering for the mother of four and grandmother of eight who celebrated her 80th birthday recently,

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This month’s featured photo

Reading can be the best medicine!

Due to turn 96 later this year, Pastor Edwin Koch had a recent stay in hospital brightened up when his son Richard visited with a copy of the latest edition of his favourite magazine, The Lutheran. The church has been Pastor Edwin’s life and, when he is able, he still loves attending church at St Johns at Southgate in Melbourne, with his wife Gladys. Richard Koch took the photo.

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What subscribers say about The Lutheran

‘I love the way The Lutheran openly proclaims the gospel as it should be, encouraging and uplifting all readers that our God calls and gifts us for his purposes in his kingdom. I’m excited to hear diverse stories of our own people where the life-giving love of God is embraced and put into practice!’

I’m one of the older generation but, I hope these days with a renewed understanding and vision for ’the Church’. I consider The Lutheran is a very valuable resource to assist our daily walk going forward.

I enjoy reading about all the various ministries initiatives happening around Australia, New Zealand and beyond which I may not ever hear about if it wasn’t for The Lutheran.

Our copy of The Lutheran arrived today and I would like you to know how much we appreciate reading it. You present the lifesaving power of the gospel. You present such a positive church which is encouraging us to keep supporting people.

About Us

As the magazine of the Lutheran Church of Australia (incorporating the Lutheran Church of New Zealand), The Lutheran informs the members of the LCA about the church’s teaching, life, mission and people, helping them to grow in faith and commitment to Jesus Christ.

The Lutheran also provides a forum for a range of opinions, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editor or the policies of the Lutheran Church of Australia. The Lutheran is a member of the Australasian Religious Press Association and as such subscribes to its journalistic and editorial codes of conduct.

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