NEWS

We all need a clear vision—a compass to guide us toward who, where, and how Jesus calls us to live as his people. But what if our vision is shaped more by personal dreams and aspirations rather than Jesus’ vision for us? In this series, we will discern Jesus’ vision for our living as his people, sharing with each other and growing together in God’s kingdom priorities. Join us as we seek to embody Christ’s heart for his Church and the world, allowing His vision to transform how we live, serve, and flourish together.

This three part preaching series begins Sunday 1 February 2026. Join us in person or watch via livestream on our channel at [youtube.com/@LifeWayLutheranChurch](https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWayLutheranChurch).

Have you found Jesus? It’s a question many Christians have asked others in their attempts at evangelism. It makes it sound like Jesus can be found easily if you would just look under the bed or behind the couch. But even Christians sometimes find it hard to see Jesus. Like a ‘Where’s Wally’ picture, Jesus is always there smiling and waving at us, but at times he can be hard to find. So join us as we explore how to see Jesus in the different seasons and challenges of life in this four part preaching series called, “Where is Jesus?” beginning Sunday 4 January 2026.

Vacancy

LCA NSW & ACT District Administrator

A mission-focused and diverse opportunity exists for a person with strong administration, organisational, and relational skills to serve the Lutheran Church of Australia – NSWACT District as its District Administrator.

About the Role

As District Administrator, you will provide key support to the District, its Bishop, congregations, and ministries as they live out the mission of the church. Guided by the church’s mission and strategic directions, you will serve through responsibilities in:

- Governance and Organisational Support

- Developing and maintaining relationships

- Financial Management and Risk

- Compliance and Policy implementation

- Projects and events

What You Bring

We are seeking someone with:

- An understanding of the Lutheran Church and its mission

- An approach that values relationships

- A heart for service and ministry support

- Strong organisational and administrative skills

- Financial management capability

- A willingness to meet the evolving needs of the church community

For an application pack, please contact:

Bishop Richard Schwedes: [email protected]

Applications close: 19 January 2026

Please Note: As many of our regular LifeGroups take a break over the Summer, the final LifeGroup guide for this year will be the LifeGroup guide schedule for publication on Sunday 21st of December 2025 which will serve as a conclusion to our Advent/Christmas teaching series.

New LifeGroup guides will be available in advance of our new sermon Series beginning on the First Sunday in February 2026.

We encourage any LifeGroups that do plan to meet over the summer, to take the opportunity to gather together in your local community in a meaningful way that might serve others or share the love of Jesus with those in your local context. We’d love to hear your stories of what you got up to in the New Year.

The LifeWay 2025 Book of Reports is now available. Click on the PDF attachment to view online or pick up a printed copy at church.

Join us for the AGM after worship on Sunday 23rd November.

Please note some service time changes for that day:

- Combined English & Chinese service at Epping at 9.30am

- Combined Oak Flats & Wollongong service at 1/8 Kenny St Wollongong, 10am.

A selection of short meditations for each day of the year, from Australian writers, including pastors and other faith-filled servants of Jesus.

Drawing illustrations from every day life, the writers thoughts are relatable, Christ-centred, and point readers back to the full life he promises in his name. Included is the bible reading for the day, a featured verse, a faith-talk question, and a prayer. Perfect for individuals, families, or groups.

May you be blessed by a daily hint of heaven as you take time out in His presence.

[AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOW](https://www.shopacr.com.au/P702771/Time-Out-For-A-Hint-Of-Heaven-_dash_-Devotions-for-a-Year/pd.php) from Australian Christian Resources.

If you'd like to collect your copy from Church, please write which LifeWay location you'd like to collect from in the delivery details and select 'Store Pickup' during the checkout process.

The popular Australian Christian Diary makes your 2026 planning easy, with all the same great features as past editions including daily bible verses that match the church lectionary, plus all Australian public and school holidays, and major and minor church festivals. Its small size (93mm W x 168mm H) makes it ideal to slip into a pocket or handbag for easy usability.

This edition features the same sustainable cover as last year (no plastic!).

[AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOW](https://www.shopacr.com.au/P702777/The+Australian+Christian+Diary+2026/pd.php) from Australian Christian Resources.

If you'd like to collect your copy from Church, please write which LifeWay location you'd like to collect from in the delivery details and select 'Store Pickup' during the checkout process.

A life-changing gift that inspires hope…empowers individuals…transforms families and communities!

The Cambodia Education & Support appeal is on again this year. You can help sponsor one of 9 students in part or full to go to school, or provide a bike for a young person in the village to go to school. Our goal for the students is $7,500 and $1200 for the bikes (10 are needed at $120 AUD ea).

LifeWay, thank you for your generosity! Both of our goals have been reached. All further donations will go towards the student education fund.

You can read about the students via the PDF attachment here.

Thank you for your generosity. From small things, great things can happen.