Sharing hope and peace with people, regardless of their faith and whatever their circumstance, is what keeps Pastor Tim Klein going in his role as a South Australia Police chaplain.

Lutherans from Cleve, Cowell and Lock gathered with Anglican friends on Reformation Sunday for a German-themed garden party. Proceeds from the event went towards renovations to the Cleve manse, as well as to ALWS

Held at The Ark Lutheran Church in Salisbury, the North Zone Fellowship Day was based on the Bible text Psalm 145:4 – “Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts: let them proclaim your power”, reminding attendees that their stories are important.

The annual Lutherans @Uni camp is a great time for uni students and friends to connect. This year’s camp was held at Woodhouse, from August 11-13.

There’s more than just melodies on offer for the families who come through the door at one of the many Lutheran church-based mainly music sessions. Alongside the fun of the engaging songs, music and movement is an atmosphere of true community, one that offers support, sharing, ministry, even meals.

‘Living in a liminal time is certainly challenging. That’s where I’ve been for the last few months, between my election as District Bishop and the conclusion of my ministry at St John’s Unley. I’m both excited and nervous about what is ahead of me.’

There were six Blueprint Ministries camps held during the recent winter school holidays. All offered the opportunity for fun, games and activities, alongside times of learning, worship and faith building.

Craig Fielke was installed as Executive Director of Lutheran Education SA, NT & WA (LESNW) earlier this year. He shares some of his background, and reflects on the future direction of LESNW.

A fundraising porridge breakfast to support Somalian children through Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS) was held at Calvary Lutheran Church in Morphett Vale recently. 

The Upper North Zone Lutheran Women’s Fellowship Day was held on July 6, at St James Lutheran Church in Whyalla. The outside temperature may have been cold and wintery, but inside St James church the air was warm and cosy filled with the joy of friendships.