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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260505T190000
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SUMMARY:District Online Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every first Tuesday from 7pm! \nHeld over MSTeams \nContact Darren Kupke or Cheryl Turek for more details!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayer-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260407T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
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SUMMARY:District Online Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every first Tuesday from 7pm! \nHeld over MSTeams \nContact Darren Kupke or Cheryl Turek for more details!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayer-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Easter Camp and Warrambui
DESCRIPTION:A Journey of Faith\, Reflection and Community \nFrom Maundy Thursday Evening (April 2nd) to Easter Sunday Lunch (April 5th) the Confirmation Easter Camp supports the spiritual growth and confirmation journey of high school-aged youth and young adults in the Lutheran Church. Come and participate in the Easter Story as never before with like-minded young people on their Confirmation journey. As a group you will journey through the events of Holy Week\, reflecting on the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ through a range of interactive activities \nHeld in the peaceful surrounds of Warrambui\, the camp offers a safe\, immersive and spiritually enriching environment designed to foster reflection\, learning and community. \nMentors are welcome\, and encouraged to join! \nWhy Attend: \n\nGrow in your faith\nConnect with other young Christians\nExperience Holy Week in a unique and memorable way\nPrepare your heart and mind for confirmation\n\nKey Program Elements: \n\nBible studies & Spiritual Workshops\nGroup Activities & Team Building\nPastoral care & Faith-based discussions\nDeep dive into the meaning of confirmation\nFocused Spiritual growth in the context of Holy Week\n\nRegister your interest \nDownload the Easter camp Brochure 2026 \nContact Warrambui for more information 02 6620 1000 or cec@warrambui.com.au
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/confirmation-easter-camp-and-warrambui/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260322T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260219T234625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T234625Z
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SUMMARY:ALWS Asante Event-Albury
DESCRIPTION:ALWS is host an Asante event at St Luke’s Lutheran Church Albury. An afternoon of food and fellowship complete with music and a guest speaker. \nThe Guest speaker is Mary Obara. She’s a front-line international aid worker in Kenya and Somalia \n  \nRegister for catering purposes: alws.org.au/events or 1300 763 407
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/alws-asante-event-albury/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260119T233237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T235014Z
UID:8265-1773478800-1773504000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Riverina Lay Reading Workshop at St Luke's Albury
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about the lay reading and is especially suited for anyone who is Licensed for Word and/or Sacrament\, anyone the congregation is considering being licensed for Word and Sacrament and anyone in leading worship in the congregation setting. \nWhether you are licensed for Word or a lay reader\, these workshops will assist you in developing\, preparing and presenting sermons in engaging and relevant ways for your local context. Dates for each region:\n14 March 2026\, Riverina\n9 May 2026\, Canberra\n13 June 2026\, Sydney\n12 September 2026\, Central West\nAll people licensed for Word are required to undertake this workshop\, led by Pr Mark Worthing. \nFor further details\, and to register see the Frontier Website
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/riverina-lay-reading-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260313T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251003T005621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T005621Z
UID:8099-1773421200-1773583200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Lutheran Women of NSW & ACT Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Women of NSW & ACT Retreat\n13th – 15th March 2026\nWarrambui Retreat & Conference Centre\n—The Village (En-suite accommodation)\n322 Greenwood Rd\, Murrumbateman NSW 2582 \nTheme: The Greatest Story \nTogether at Lutheran Women’s Retreat\, we’ll discover the power of storytelling\, how the Bible reveals God’s love and purpose for our lives\, and how we can find freedom and transformation by renewing our thinking. Through teaching\, worship\, connection\, and rest\, we’ll reflect on our own stories and be reminded: your story matters\, and God is still writing it. \nRETREAT LEADER:\nTanya Cunningham\, (Immanuel Woden Valley)\nRETREAT PASTOR:\nPastor Tim Mueller (Immanuel Woden Valley)\nWHEN:\nFrom Friday 13th March 2026—registration 5pm\, dinner 6pm to Sunday 15th March\, 2pm\nCOST:\n$220 by Wednesday 12th February\, 2026\nBRING: Towel\, 2 sheets/pillowcase AND your own pillow\, sleeping bag/doona. No doonas and pillows provided. If you have hired linen\, all items will be available for you.\nBible\, pen and paper\nThe Open Door Bookshop will have books for purchase.\nEFTPOS will be available. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nNO refund for withdrawal after Closing Date.\nNote: Warrambui does not give refund after their final date. Other refund requests are at the discretion of organizing committee and LWNSW/ACT Executive. \nLWNSWACT Retreat 2026 Registration form Please download the registration form and submit as requested!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/lutheran-women-of-nsw-act-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260303T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260220T000402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T000402Z
UID:8297-1772564400-1772568000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Online Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every first Tuesday from 7pm! \nHeld over MSTeams \nContact Darren Kupke or Cheryl Turek for more details!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayer-meeting/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260301T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260219T235242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T235437Z
UID:8290-1772359200-1772384400@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Southern Riverina Combined Service
DESCRIPTION:Under the theme Together forward for the Gospel\, congregations of the Southern Riverina are invited to come together for a combined worship service at St. John’s Lutheran Primary School\, Jindera. This will be followed by a community lunch and then\, open to all members\, afternoon\nWorkshop sessions.\nThe focus of the day is to begin exploring how the congregations and ministries can work better together for the sake of the Gospel
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/southern-riverina-combined-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260119T235646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T235646Z
UID:8275-1771671600-1771675200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Regional/District Prayer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person in your local congregation\, or online over zoom for a District Prayer gathering! Time To be Confirmed \nWe will set up a video link between the various groups for a combined devotion\, and a chance for Bishop Richard to share his heart. We will then turn off the video link\, giving you time to pray together in person as a region. Save the date for Saturday morning 21st February 2026 as the first of these. For further details\, please contact Darren Kupke or Cheryl Turek.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/regional-district-prayer-gathering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20260105T035754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T035754Z
UID:8256-1769990400-1770422399@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Foundations in Christian Belief Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Frontier will be holding a week long intensive “Foundations of Christian Belief” led by Dr Pastor Mark Worthing. Join Mark from February 2nd to 6th in beautiful Port Macquarie! \nFor more details and to register please contact Frontier! frontier@lca.org.au 02 8660 1200
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/foundations-in-christian-belief-intensive/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251106T054702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T022135Z
UID:8137-1765717200-1765731600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:70th Anniversary of St Paul's church in St Marys!
DESCRIPTION:St Paul’s St Marys’ will be hosting a special service at 1pm to celebrate the 70th anniversary of their church building! \nThe guest preacher will be Pastor David Thompson. \nFollowing the 1pm service there will be lunch at the local club \nAt least two of the original builders of the church (hammer and nails) are still active members in the church with first hand experience over the years! There’s lots to celebrate in our growing community! \nPlease contact (02) 4751 6502 for more information or to RSVP
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/70th-anniversary-of-st-pauls-church-in-st-marys/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251110T031408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T031417Z
UID:8167-1765101600-1765107000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Farewell to Warrambui Interns at Holy Cross Belconnen
DESCRIPTION:Holy Cross Belconnen will be having a very special farewell service for the Warrambui interns finishing up their internship! \nMore details to follow. \nPlease RSVP to Holy Cross 0423 759 913 or 02 6251 6215 or holycrossbelconnen@gmail.com
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/farewell-to-warrambui-interns-at-holy-cross-belconnen/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251027T012432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T012449Z
UID:8122-1764511200-1764522000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Ordination and Installation of Jacob Traeger
DESCRIPTION:Jacob Traeger will be ordained and installed as Specific Ministry Pastor of the Molonglo Valley Gospel Community on November 30th at 2pm! The service will be held at Immanuel Woden Valley Lutheran Church 37 Burnie St. Lyons ACT\, followed by afternoon tea. \nPlease RSVP by Thursday November 10th to office@immanuellutheran.org.au \nThe service will also be live streamed and greetings can be sent to office@immanuellutheran.org.au
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/ordination-and-installation-of-jacob-traeger/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250731T093646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T093745Z
UID:8014-1763197200-1763222400@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:North West Sacramental Ministry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about the Sacrament and worship leading\, and is especially suited for anyone who is Licensed for Word and/or Sacrament\, anyone the congregation is considering being licensed for Word and Sacrament and anyone in leading worship in the congregation setting. \nTime:  9am – 4pm \nLocations and Dates \n6 September – Riverina:   St Lukes Lutheran Church Albury \n20 September –  Canberra:  Holy Cross Belconnen Lutheran Church \n25 October – Sydney:  LifeWay Epping Lutheran Church \n15 November – North West:  St Paul’s Parkes Lutheran Church \n  \nCost:  $100 per person paid for by the congregation \nTo Register contact:  Kaye Simpfendorfer kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au 028660 1200 \nPlease register at least 1 week prior to the workshop
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/north-west-sacramental-ministry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251109T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251027T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T011648Z
UID:8119-1762700400-1762707600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Ordination and Installation of Bruce Flanagan
DESCRIPTION:Bruce Flanagan will be ordained and installed as Specific Ministry Pastor to serve Living Waters Liverpool and Good Shepherd Sutherland on November 9th at 3pm at Living Waters Liverpool!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/ordination-and-installation-of-bruce-flanagan/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251102T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251102T103000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20251015T232510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T232510Z
UID:8115-1762075800-1762079400@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Lutheran Media 80th Anniversary Celebration service
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Media invites you to celebrate with us ’80 years of blessings’. As we reach this significant milestone – 80 years of Lutheran Media in Australia and New Zealand\, there will be a final service of celebration where we will share in our journey through the decades\, celebrate where we’ve come from\, and pray for blessings to continue sharing messages of hope. \n  \nSunday 2 November 2025 \n9.30am service followed by light lunch \nSt Michael’s Lutheran Church\, Hahndorf SA \n  \nYou are welcome to attend the event – please RSVP with dietary needs to office@lutheranmedia.org.au \nFor more information or resources to share the event\, go to https://lutheranmedia.org.au/about-us/events/ \n  \nThis will be a live-streamed worship service\, so if you are unable to attend\, please follow the links to St Michael’s livestream worship services here: \nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTdsYSCa7hYN26wXAd65qQ \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelshahndorf \nThe 2 November event will go live shortly beforehand. \n  \nIf you would like to send a greeting or share how Lutheran Media has impacted your community\, we’d love to hear from you. Looking forward to gathering for this very special event!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/lutheran-media-80th-anniversary-celebration-service/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250604T075421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T054753Z
UID:7953-1761955200-1762041599@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Walk My Way Sydney
DESCRIPTION:ALWS will be hosting a Walk My Way Sydney on November 1st 2025. \nWe’ll start our journey together at St Paul’s Sydney Lutheran Church\, Sydney for morning tea..\n\nWe’ll depart at 10.30am and walk together to Mrs Macquarie’s chair. Then from there we’ll walk around the Harbour\, past the Botanical Gardens\, Opera House\, Circular Quay\, The Rocks\, Walsh Bay\, Fisherman’s Wharf\, Barangaroo\, and finish at Tumberlong Park\, where we’ll celebrate our walk by buying lunch from the various restaurants or you can bring your own.\n\nRegistration will open from 9am at St Pauls Lutheran Church\, Sydney and close at 10:10am. Walkers will be welcomed and the safety briefing completed at 10.15am.\n\nYour ticket price includes your involvement on beautiful\, mapped 10km walking course. You’ll also receive a walker number and a special Walk My Way t–shirt at the event check–in.\n\nTo register and for more information please see the official Sydney Walk My Way website \n\n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/walk-my-way-sydney-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251028T201500
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250821T044732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T095907Z
UID:8048-1761678000-1761682500@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Online Prayers NSW & ACT
DESCRIPTION:A Call to Pray for our District \nThis year we are gathering for some District Prayer Times online. After a short devotional time\, the District Bishop will update us on various situations around the NSW & ACT District (and LCNZ). We will then spend some time praying into those situations. This will take place 7pm-8:15pm on Tuesdays 16th September and 28th October.  \nIn between these dates the following is planned (which you can start praying for already): District Bishop visiting Lutheran Church of New Zealand (LCNZ)\, General Pastors Conference online\, General Synod online\, Mission and Ministry Conference (which we are also encouraging our prayer intercessors to attend). \nTo register for these online District Prayer Times\, email kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayers-nsw-act-2/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250829T010931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T061924Z
UID:8057-1761487200-1761494400@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:100 Years of Lutheran Worship at Bethlehem Wagga Wagga
DESCRIPTION:Bethlehem Wagga Wagga will be celebrating 100 years of Lutheran Worship with a special service on October 26th at 2pm followed by afternoon tea! \nAll are welcome to attend but please RSVP by September 26th! P: 02 5925 7189 or bethlehem.waggawagga.nsw@lca.org.au \nFor more information please see the story on our news page or in September’s Contact or see Bethlehem’s Facebook!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/100-years-of-lutheran-worship-at-bethlehem-wagga-wagga/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250725T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T092902Z
UID:7998-1761379200-1761408000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Sydney Sacramental Ministry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about the Sacrament and worship leading\, and is especially suited for anyone who is Licensed for Word and/or Sacrament\, anyone the congregation is considering being licensed for Word and Sacrament and anyone in leading worship in the congregation setting. \nTime:  9am – 4pm \nLocations and Dates \n6 September – Riverina:   St Lukes Lutheran Church Albury \n20 September –  Canberra:  Holy Cross Belconnen Lutheran Church \n25 October – Sydney:  LifeWay Epping Lutheran Church \n15 November – North West:  St Paul’s Parkes Lutheran Church \n  \nCost:  $100 per person paid for by the congregation \nTo Register contact:  Kaye Simpfendorfer kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au 028660 1200 \nPlease register at least 1 week prior to the workshop
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/sydney-sacramental-ministry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251020T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
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SUMMARY:Mission And Ministry "Listening and Responding"
DESCRIPTION:The conference begins with lunch on Monday 20 October at 12.00pm and concludes Wednesday 22 October with lunch beginning at 1.00pm. Please aim to arrive at noon and plan to leave after lunch. \n  \nThis conference will have sessions led by Pastor Michael Dutschke (Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, Para Vista\, SA) on the theme of Listening and Responding. He will lay out the biblical foundation and help us recognise some practical ways God speaks to us today (including through scripture). \n  \nThere will be time allocated in this conference to reflect on the outcomes of the General Synod\, Saturday 18th October. Please see the program attached for conference details. \n  \nAn important part of conference is a sharing of resources and ideas. Please bring your resources to share that are helping you today in ministry. \n  \nWe often find that aside from the sessions\, the discussions had between sessions and over meals often provide some of the most enriching times as we encourage and support each other to grow together as part of God’s church in NSW and ACT. \nFull-time onsite attendance\nPrices include all meals and accommodation as well as the $100 Conference Registration Fee (Emeriti exempt).\n• Pastor\, Lay Worker\, Missional Leader – four Share – $320\n• Pastor\, Lay Worker\, Missional Leader – Private room – $450\n• Pastor Emeriti –four Share – $220\n• Pastor Emeriti – Private room – $350 \nTo see off-site and part-time prices please see the link below! \n  \nMission and Ministry Conference October 2025 Timetable \nMission and Ministry 2025 Price List \n  \nTo Register Please Click here  \nTo Register an Apology Please Click Here \n  \n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/mission-and-ministry-2/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250919T010044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T010044Z
UID:8082-1759737600-1759770000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Jesus and the Gospels Led by Dr Mark Worthing
DESCRIPTION:Frontier is holding a class on Jesus and the Gospels led by Dr Mark Worthing on 6-10 October at their Port Macquarie location. \n  \nContact Mark Worthing for more information:  frontier@lca.org.au 02 8660 1200
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/jesus-and-the-gospels-led-by-dr-mark-worthing/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250731T093216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T093327Z
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SUMMARY:Canberra Sacramental Ministry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about the Sacrament and worship leading\, and is especially suited for anyone who is Licensed for Word and/or Sacrament\, anyone the congregation is considering being licensed for Word and Sacrament and anyone in leading worship in the congregation setting. \nTime:  9am – 4pm \nLocations and Dates \n6 September – Riverina:   St Lukes Lutheran Church Albury \n20 September –  Canberra:  Holy Cross Belconnen Lutheran Church \n25 October – Sydney:  LifeWay Epping Lutheran Church \n15 November – North West:  St Paul’s Parkes Lutheran Church \n  \nCost:  $100 per person paid for by the congregation \nTo Register contact:  Kaye Simpfendorfer kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au 028660 1200 \nPlease register at least 1 week prior to the workshop
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/canberra-sacramental-ministry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T201500
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250820T233207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T095940Z
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SUMMARY:District Online Prayers NSW & ACT
DESCRIPTION:A Call to Pray for our District \nThis year we are gathering for some District Prayer Times online. After a short devotional time\, the District Bishop will update us on various situations around the NSW & ACT District (and LCNZ). We will then spend some time praying into those situations. This will take place 7pm-8:15pm on Tuesdays 16th September and 28th October.  \nIn between these dates the following is planned (which you can start praying for already): District Bishop visiting Lutheran Church of New Zealand (LCNZ)\, General Pastors Conference online\, General Synod online\, Mission and Ministry Conference (which we are also encouraging our prayer intercessors to attend). \nTo register for these online District Prayer Times\, email kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayers-nsw-act/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250725T015706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T093423Z
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SUMMARY:Riverina Sacramental Ministry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about the Sacrament and worship leading\, and is especially suited for anyone who is Licensed for Word and/or Sacrament\, anyone the congregation is considering being licensed for Word and Sacrament and anyone in leading worship in the congregation setting. \nTime:  9am – 4pm \nLocations and Dates \n6 September – Riverina:   St Lukes Lutheran Church Albury \n20 September –  Canberra:  Holy Cross Belconnen Lutheran Church \n25 October – Sydney:  LifeWay Epping Lutheran Church \n15 November – North West:  St Paul’s Parkes Lutheran Church \n  \nCost:  $100 per person paid for by the congregation \nTo Register contact:  Kaye Simpfendorfer kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au 028660 1200 \nPlease register at least 1 week prior to the workshop \n  \n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/albury-sacramental-ministry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250831T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250731T094231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T094231Z
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SUMMARY:Installations of Mark Simpfendorfer at Springwood and St Mary's
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us in celebrating the Installations of Pastor Mark Simpfendorfer as pastor of Our Saviour Lutheran Church Springwood and as pastor of St Pauls Lutheran Church St Marys. \n  \nSunday 31 August\, 2025 \n11am Our Saviour Lutheran Church Springwood  \n41 Raymond Rd\, Springwood \nFollowed by lunch \nPastors attending are invited to wear alb and red stole \n  \nSunday 31 August\, 2025  \n3pm St Pauls Lutheran Church St Marys  \n22 Milham St\, St Marys \nFollowed by afternoon tea \nPastors attending are invited to wear red stole only \n  \nGreetings can be sent to kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/installations-of-mark-simpfendorfer-at-springwood-and-st-marys/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250408T055948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T235038Z
UID:7863-1755820800-1756079999@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Sisterhood 2025 "You Are a Gift"
DESCRIPTION:Sisterhood is a retreat for women of all ages to connect with and support each other\, and to grow in our faith. The weekend includes times of Bible study and worship\, reflection and self-discovery exercises\, electives to nurture our creativity and our spirits\, and dedicated time for rest and rejuvenation. Sisterhood retreats provide a nurturing and caring environment where participants can deepen their connections\, gain personal insights\, and recharge in the company of like-minded women.\nREGISTRATION NOW OPEN Please register by July 30th 2025\nClick Here to register \n  \n\n\n\nPrice List:\nEarly Bird Registration (until 20 June) Cost: $220.00 per person\n\n\n\nFirst Time at Sisterhood Cost: $170.00 per person\n\n\n\n\nSaturday Only (no Dinner) Cost: $80.00 per person\n\n\n\n\nSaturday Only (inluding Dinner) Cost: $110.00 per person\n\n\nYou will need to bring your own pillow\, sheets and doona or sleeping bag.\nOptional Linen Hire $30\nA linen pack contains a pillowslip\, two sheets\, a pillow\, doona and towel\, or you can bring your own linen.\nAccommodation is in 4-share ensuite rooms in the Village Conference Centre at Warrambui. If you have special requirements\, limited individual rooms may be available at an extra cost\, upon request. Please indicate this in your registration form.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/sisterhood-2025/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250810T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250731T094458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T094458Z
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SUMMARY:Installation of Mark Worthing at Port Macquarie
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us in celebrating the Installation of Rev Dr Mark Worthing as pastor of St Peters Lutheran Church Port Macquarie and as Dean of Frontier School of Mission. Pastor Mark has accepted the call to continue to serve as pastor for Port Macquarie and as Dean of Frontier. \n  \n9am Sunday 10 August\, 2025 \nSt Peters Port Macquarie  \n13 Kemp St Port Macquarie \n  \nFollowing the service there will be a lunch and a blessing of the new covered outdoor area behind the church. \n  \nGreetings can be sent to:  Secretary of the congregation   David Hogan vk2frab@gmail.com
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/installation-of-mark-worthing-at-port-macquarie/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250807T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250515T010222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T041223Z
UID:7926-1754595000-1758835800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Shaping Mission in 21st Century Australia & NZ By Zoom
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAYS 9.30-11.30pm NZ      /      7.30-9.30pm Eastern      /      7.00-9.00pm Central      /      5.30-7.30pm WA \nWe will see how we fit into God’s mission to his world. \nTogether\, we will seek to help each participant finish the course with: \n1) a better understanding of joining the Spirit in walking with someone on their journey to faith; and \n2) the beginnings of a concrete approach to shaping mission in each person’s context. \nEach session begins with Dwelling in the Word\, personal sharing and prayer\, \nand ends with personal reflection on how God is shaping us for participating in his mission. \nCover of Bring Jesus by Steen Olsen \nCheck our Dr Steen Olsen’s blog on the course \nShaping Mission Course Program 2025 \nThe mission of Jesus remains the same\, but Australia and New Zealand have changed radically in the past decade. To bring Jesus to our families\, friends and neighbours today we need to move beyond programs and techniques and get back to the basics of being disciples of Jesus in our communities. This course will help you to develop a better understanding of joining the Spirit in walking with someone on their journey to faith\, as well as beginning to shape an effective approach to mission in your congregation and context. It will be led by Dr Steen Olsen (LCANZ emeritus pastor\, bishop and mission director) and Pastor Mat von Stanke (Life Way Lutheran\, Newcastle NSW). \nWhy do this course? 1 \nSometimes we spend so much time growing our knowledge and faith that we never actually get around to going into our communities with good news. The Holy Spirit certainly shapes us to participate in God’s mission to his world and this is an ongoing process in our Christian walk. It is as we go that we grow. In this course we will explore the holy habits and practices that enable us to go more effectively. They are ordinary things and as ancient as the church itself\, yet they take on a fresh perspective and energy as we reflect on them in the context of our everyday post-modern lives. We will dwell in the Word of God\, and explore how we dwell in the world\, receive and offer hospitality\, grow in working with others to discern what God is doing in our midst and in our community\, walk with someone on their journey to faith and work for the healing of the world. \nWhy do this course? 2 \nFor Australian and Kiwi Lutherans mission was once primarily overseas (especially in PNG)\, in Central Australia (Finke River Mission) and through media such as radio and print. We still do that\, but now mission has also come home. Back in the day we prepared missionaries to work cross-culturally and to deal with what was then called culture-shock. Now the world has moved in next door\, and we can experience culture-stress when going to the pub\, or even when watching the news on TV. In this course we will examine contemporary cultures in our communities and learn from overseas experience to relate cross-culturally. How does a small group of Christians form church when going out into their local community\, walking with people on their journey to faith and nurturing their Christian maturity? Today it is more about being who we are as God’s people in the midst of the ordinary things happening locally\, than it is about establishing new programs. \nWhy do this course? 3 \nNowhere does the Bible say that people become Christian by inviting Jesus into their hearts or lives\, though many people have no doubt come to faith in Jesus through that sort of process. Our society has radically changed in the last five or ten years. Practically speaking\, then\, how do we walk with friends and neighbours on their journey to faith in today’s Auckland\, Sydney\, Adelaide\, Perth or elsewhere? How do we recognise where they are on their journey and respond appropriately\, without being aggressive or delivering some pre-packaged program? Waiting for people to come to worship\, or our events and programs is no longer very effective\, and even when they do\, we need to know how to sensitively engage with them. In this course we will work on practical ways we can bring Jesus to others where God has planted us. \n  \nThe cost for the course is $175 for the first person attending from a congregation or team of people exploring mission opportunities\, and $50 for each additional person. When you gather together in one place to participate\, you can use discussion times to work together to discern your next steps. This cost covers eight 2-hour sessions. Congregations are encouraged to cover or contribute to the cost. \nRegister and arrange payment with Kaye Simpfendorfer in the LCA NSW-ACT District Office (kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au / 02 8660 1200).
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/shaping-mission-in-21st-century-australia-nz-by-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250622T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213320
CREATED:20250604T064359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T064359Z
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SUMMARY:Hymnfest at St Peter's Canberra
DESCRIPTION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church Canberra is hosting a Sunday Afternoon Hymnfest on Sunday June 22nd at  230pm to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the installation of the Gallery Pipe Organ! \nAccompanied with solo interludes by celebrated young Canberra organist Linus Lee\, the hymnfest is expected to comprise ten well-known hymns together with a number of solo organ interludes selected by Linus Lee. The event is being coordinated by organist Ian Kummerow. \nTicket prices are:\nGeneral Admission – $15\nRSCM Member – $10\nStudent -$10 \nClick here to book \nCredit and cash facilities are available at the door\nEnquiries 0475 421 333 \n \nThe Walcker Organ – Historical Notes\nPastor Roehers during the visit of the German ambassador mentioned that the church needed an organ.\nThe German ambassador upon return to Germany made inquiries with the organ builders. As a result\, they created a fund of\nDM30\,000 to give towards the organ for St. Peter’s congregation. Walcker and Co’ of Ludwigsburg were well known organ builders.\nThey contacted their representative\, Mr. Lawson\, in Sydney to give details of the dimensions of the organ. According to Mr. Lawson\na reasonable size organ would be one of 11 stops and 647 pipes and would be well over DM 40\,000. In October 1963\, the German\nEmbassy in Canberra raised that over DM 45\,000.\nThe organ therefore was a gift of the West German Government. Subsequently\, the organ was built\, and the pieces were shipped to\nAustralia. The organ pieces were in quarantine for an entire year. Customs tariff was initially to be 12.5%\, but because of further\nnegotiations the tariff was dropped.\nThe organ pieces in packing cases arrived to Sydney on 28 November 1964. The packing cases were released from customs on 25\nMarch 1965. Upon arrival in Canberra Mr. Lawson began to assemble the organ\, which was completed at the end of May 1965. The\nofficial dedication of the organ took place on 30 May 1965.\nAt the dedication ceremony the following dignitaries were present: Dr. Ritter (German ambassador)\, Dr. Lohe (President General of\nthe Evangelical Lutheran Church in Australia). The organist of the day was Mr. James Thiele from South Australia. Mr. Thiele gave\na recital in the evening. Canberra singers also participated with choral music.\nThe organ is of baroque style and its action is totally mechanical. There is no swell box\, and the registration includes two bright\nmixtures\, which are well balanced in terms of strength. It has 11 stops – 4 on each of the manuals and 3 on the pedal – and a total\nof 650 pipes. Organists of St. Peter’s have included: Dr. Aitchison\, Astrid Bowler\, Steven Gerhardy\, Lorraine Macknight\, Beth\nHartmann\, Peter Wild\, Sheila Thompson\, Marie Hamann\, William Fraser\, Hildegarde Palafox\, Ian Kummerow (chief organist).\nThe Organist\nLinus Lee arrived in Canberra in 2012\, with his family from South Korea. Soon after\, he commenced studies at the ANU\, majoring\nin international relations. In addition\, he began accompanying local choirs and church communities on the piano and the organ.\nInspired\, Linus undertook a second bachelor’s degree at the ANU. This time it was in music\, with a major in classical piano\nperformance. Linus became a Wesley organ student in 2017 and has since flourished as a local church organist. In 2019\, Linus\ngained two licentiate AMEB awards: LMusA in piano and LMusA in organ with distinction. He is currently completing his\nphysiotherapy studies at the University of Canberra.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/hymnfest-at-st-peters-canberra/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church ACT\, 6 Boolee St\, Reid\, ACT\, Australia
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