NEWS

Join us this Christmas at one of our locations or online via our YouTube channel.

Christmas Eve

Epping 7.30pm (combined English & Chinese)

Newcastle 7pm

Illawarra 6pm at Wollongong (no service at Oak Flats)

Online 7.30pm at www.youtube.com/c/LifeWayLutheranChurch

Christmas Day

Epping 9.30am (combined English & Chinese)

Newcastle 9.30am

Illawarra 8.30am at Oak Flats (no service at Wollongong)

Online 9.30am at www.youtube.com/c/LifeWayLutheranChurch

You are invited. There’s nothing like receiving a personally addressed invitation in the mail. The excitement. The anticipation. It means someone has thought of you. That you are important to someone. This Christmas, God wants you to know that you are a very important person to him. Your presence matters to him. He invites you to come and actively participate in an ongoing movement that will forever change everything about your life. He invites you to enter into all he is and all he has for you. You are invited. Now it’s over to you.

From small to big, there are many jobs to fill for the North Epping Carols, before, during and after the event. Please consider filling one or two roles to help make these carols our most successful yet. We are in need of people to help run BBQ’s, security, set up, pack down, Sno Cone machine and generally help out on the night. [Please sign up via this link](https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/72228843809/false#/invitation)

Lang Somnan is a 13 year old boy who lives with his grandparents in Pum Roum Village – he is in grade 7 but cannot walk as he has no legs. With a wheelchair, he will be able to get to school more easily and have more freedom.

Bun Tha is a 35 year old former teacher, who was involved in a motorbike accident 12 years ago and has been unable to work. He is living with his sister nearby the LifeWay centre. Vibol would again like to purchase a wheelchair to give Tha greater mobility.

Each wheelchair is $250 AUD.

Make a donation via our online giving by clicking the blue 'Donate' button on this page.

The 2024 Book of Reports is available to view online

[CLICK HERE](https://issuu.com/lifewaylutheranchurch/docs/)

Please take the time to read it before our AGM on Sunday 24th November.

The newest edition of your favourite devotion series has arrived with a fresh look!

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 as you take time-out and allow God to equip you for the full life.

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Daily inspiration that fits in your pocket!

The popular Australian Christian Diary makes planning easy with inspirational bible verses for each day of the year. Its small size (93mm W x 168mm H) makes it ideal to slip into a pocket or handbag for easy usability. This edition also features a more sustainable cover (no plastic!).

[Order you 2025 diary for $16.95 at shopACR.com.au](https://www.shopacr.com.au/P702718/The-Australian-Christian-Diary-2025/pd.php)

Would you like to be a part of a Choir for the North Epping Carols this year?

Register your details before 10 November [via this form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz3nxKe6Xa8f5fh28UYdiNNkObroKLXMHCawCrCSC86O47Bg/viewform).

Come and bless the community as we unwrap the joy of Christmas!