ordination

Dr David Lazarus was ordained as a General Ministry Pastor at Zion Lutheran Church Glynde SA on 12 July 2026 by LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith.

Six people will join the LCANZ’s ordained ministry ranks in the coming six weeks, including two women in what is a first for the church.

In the wake of the Synod’s decision to allow the ordination of both men and women in the LCANZ, I believe these words from St Paul hold deep significance for us as a church family.

On 15 September, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith ordained Yong Bong Cho to the Public Ministry as a Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP).

As we approach the Convention of General Synod in Adelaide, it’s crucial for us to reflect on our journey as a community of faith.

Be a part of this important conversation! Your input is needed. Sign up at www.lca.org.au/wf-signmeup

Three one-hour public Way Forward webinars were presented during October 2023, and a recording of one of these is now available.

Last month, the General Church Board and College of Bishops approved three Way Forward frameworks for distribution across the LCANZ.

Congratulations to Jordan Bennett on your ordination and installation at Orana Aged Care, Kingaroy! May the Lord bless you as you serve Him!

The LCANZ General Church Board and College of Bishops have appointed the eight working groups for the Ordination Way Forward proposal.