Explorations in Mission and MinistrY (EMMY)
Online Conversations for Pastors and Leaders – 2026
What on earth is God doing — and how do we join in?
Mission isn’t something we invent.
It’s something we join.
God is already at work in our communities — drawing people into grace, stirring questions of meaning, and inviting the Church to notice, trust, and participate.
The Presence video series offers a simple and accessible introduction to the Christian faith through a Lutheran lens. It invites reflection on who God is, where God is already at work, and how faith takes shape in everyday life — not just within church walls.
Perhaps faithful leadership in this season isn’t about adding more activity, but about creating space for deeper formation:
- learning to notice God’s presence,
- helping our people trust that God comes to them,
- and living as Christ’s presence for others.
To explore this together, you’re invited to join the LCA District Mission Directors for EMMY – Explorations in Mission and MinistrY online conversation. EMMY is a new monthly space bringing together pastors and leaders from across Australia and New Zealand for shared reflection, story-telling, and encouragement.
Each month includes a short stimulus (video or reflection), followed by an open Zoom conversation where we listen, ask questions, and learn from one another.
June EMMY – Seeing our Neighbour with New Eyes
In this conversation, we’ll learn simple ways to “read” our local context — listening, noticing, and discerning where God’s Spirit is already active among our neighbours.
📅 Tuesday 23 June
🕧 12pm (ACST)
🕡 6pm (ACST) repeated session
🔗 Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3605615625?omn=83256189035
Meeting ID: 360 561 5625
Passcode: EmmY
Previous Sessions
February – What on Earth is God Doing? And how do I join in?
March – Leading with Missional Imagination
April – Prayer that Fuels Mission
May – From Maintenance to Mission
📅 July 28 – Faith the Spills Over: Everyday Discipleship in Action
Mission isn’t just for the few — it’s for all of us. This session will explore how ordinary believers can live out and speak the gospel naturally in their daily lives. Together, we’ll share ideas for helping faith overflow into everyday conversations and actions.
📅 August 25 – Better Together: Building Mission Partnerships in Your Community
You don’t have to do mission alone. Many congregations are discovering the joy of working alongside schools, service groups, and local agencies. Join us to explore practical ways to form meaningful partnerships that reflect Christ’s love in your neighbourhood.
📅 September 22 – All Ages on Mission: Passing Faith Forward
When generations serve together, something beautiful happens. Young and old alike are shaped by shared faith and purpose. In this session, we’ll explore how intergenerational ministry deepens discipleship and strengthens mission across all ages.
For more information about EMMY, please contact LCA SA-NT District Assistant Bishop for Mission, Stephen Schultz on stephen.schultz@lca.org.au or 08 8267 5211
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