Nov2024
A Journey of Faith
13 People were bringing little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them, but the disciples rebuked them. 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He… Read more
Jul2024
No power? No worries!
In the village of Tikokino, 39 kms from Hastings, there is a small church building which has no electricity and a leaky roof which gets used on the last Sunday… Read more
Jun2024
A Minute for Mission – happening in Upper Moutere
Pastor Andy (from Upper Moutere congregation and Chair of LCNZ Council of Synod) was blessed to attend the LCA Collaborative Mission Retreat in NSW recently where he joined a number… Read more
Jun2024
Council of Synod news May 2024
Significant items that were discussed included: Members of CoS are now sharing “A minute for mission” items from their local ministry areas, including church, family and communities at every meeting…. Read more
Jun2024
Where love comes to life in Marton
Sometime ago St Martins congregation in Marton had the opportunity to help a lady who had been evicted from her home and only had a few days to move out…. Read more
May2024
My adventures with God
Hi Fellow Christians in the wonderful country of ours. I thought I would fill up some lines and tell you my little adventure that I have had with God over… Read more
May2024
2024 LCNZ Spice Retreat
Spice Retreat Theme: “When Life Gives You Lemons” 12-14th April, 2024 At: Home of Compassion, Wellington The challenge of the weekend was RAIN. Our first challenge! Flights from Auckland were… Read more
May2024
Council of Synod news
Council met for 2 days on 5 and 6 April at St Paul’s in Otautahi, Christchurch. Significant items that were discussed included: Introduction and welcome to Bishop-elect Richard Schwedes who… Read more
Apr2024
LCNZ will have a new Bishop
The LCA NSW and ACT held their District Pastors Conference and Convention of Synod over the weekend of 6 to 10 March. At that Convention they elected a new Bishop… Read more
Dec2023
NSW and ACT District provides oversight for the Lutheran Church of New Zealand
The LCNZ, at its last synod, was unable to elect a bishop. The LCA College of Bishops asked that the NSW and ACT District provide oversight for the LCNZ until the next synod in two years.