CONVENTION 2021 – CANCELLED

The LWA Executive committee regrets to inform you that we have decided to cancel our 19^th National Convention due to be held on 24–26 September, 2021 at Horsham, Victoria.

With the widespread threat of COVID-19 continuing in Australia, particularly in Melbourne and the government restrictions and shutdowns for Victoria, we feel that the uncertainty of the risks involved with finalising our plans for convention would be unsafe, unwise and cause anxiety for you all, including workers, guests and visitors to Horsham.

It is particularly disappointing, as our plans for an exciting event have been completed and the committee was looking to hosting you all at the beautiful venue we had chosen. We will also miss out on face-to-face meeting, worship and fellowship together, and the chance for you all to hear what is happening in LWA on a national basis.

Elections for the incoming LWA Executive Committee and voting on the proposals outlined in the upcoming Lutheran Women magazine (August/September edition) which contains the Book of Reports, will be held in a format yet to be determined.

We intend to refund those who have registered and paid for their meals. Those who have booked and paid for the SA bus tour are asked to contact Tracy Smith. We ask for your patience in the matter of refunds.

Further information will be published in the upcoming magazine and in LCANZ and District communications, but for the most up-to-date communication visit this website.

Your LWA Executive Committee

Book of Reports August/September 2021 print edition of Lutheran Women.

Lutheran Women of Western Australia

God created the Rose in the likeness of Women The Flower represents Beauty The Stem represents Strength The Petals are soft as skin The Fragrance Pure and Sweet The Leaves represents Arms Outstretched Always loving, always giving So, each time you look at a Rose remember God Made You So Very Special

Lutheran Women of Victoria and Tasmania

What a blessing to be able to share with you the activities of the Lutheran women throughout Victoria and Tasmania…

Lutheran Women of South Australia-Northern Territory

The 52nd Annual Convention, May 2018 was held at Victor Harbor with the theme Bloom where you are planted. The 252 in attendance were hosted by Victor Harbor “Coffee & Chat” group. Pastor Paul Lohe, Spiritual Advisor retired from the position. Later in the year we welcomed Pastor Mark Welke to the role. Support from Assistant Bishop for Mission, Stephen Schultz, is gratefully valued…

Lutheran Women of New South Wales and ACT

Greetings in the name of Jesus our Saviour. May his love strengthen and encourage you. God can certainly throw us some curve balls!! The last three years have continuously been full of drama, upheaval, and change. I know that through all this God has been guiding, growing, and providing what we need, to do his will.

Lutheran Women of Australia President’s Report

This triennium I have met many beautiful, inspiring Lutheran ladies across Australia. I have seen your strength and love to each other and your support on a National and International level. An amazing amount of $388,818.93 has been raised for projects, even with a COVID year in the middle. Thank you one and all for contributions and your devotion and commitment, serving in your local areas supporting your congregations and State projects also…

Lutheran Church of Australia International Mission

For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. Ephesians 1:15,16
There are no more fitting words than these verses, first penned by St Paul, to express my gratitude and admiration for the faith-inspired support of LWA for the work of LCA International Mission.

Finke River Mission

The ordination of Pastor Jeffrey Wheeler at Mt Liebig on 13 October 2019 was, in many ways, the realisation of mission work begun back in 1877 in Central Australia by the Finke River Mission (FRM) of the Lutheran Church.

Aboriginal Ministry – Far North Queensland

What a roller coaster we have all been on in 2020, and it’s not over yet! Each one of us, either as individuals or a congregational group of people has experienced a whole range of emotions and changes. Above all, in the north we thank God for his protection from the virus that caused us a level of concern not experienced before.

Australian Lutheran World Service

One of the hardest things for me about the COVID-19 lockdowns over the last 18 months was missing out on morning and afternoon teas at Lutheran Women events. Homemade sausage rolls. Proper scones. Those little cheese and bacon toasty thingies I have never learned how to make.

Australian Lutheran College Women’s Auxiliary

Australian Lutheran College (ALC) has faced many challenges in its operation over the past triennium. Having adjusted to the closure of the tertiary boarding facility and the consequent closure of the refectory, COVID-19 has also presented challenges to the way ALC operates.

Australian Lutheran College (ALC) Pastoral Ministry Students Assistance Fund

The years 2020/21 have been challenging for us all. My position as co-ordinator between the Lutheran Women of Australia (LWA) and the Pastoral students and their wives has been no exception…

Aboriginal Ministry of South Australia (AbMinSA)

Many thanks to the Lutheran Women of Australia. Your support enables us to commit to our chief mission: to support and resource Aboriginal ministry in South Australia…