"These new editions reveal an increasing awareness that the translation of a text must not only be accurate, but also appropriate to the character and style of the original. This is of particular importance for the translation of Luthers catechisms, which were after all written for the benefit of children and ordinary people, as Luther puts it in his Preface to the Large Catechism in 1529, and which were based on his sermon series on the catechism in Wittenberg. Luthers German is direct and colourful. It flows from his pen with dynamism, reflecting the living situation of the preacher addressing a congregation. Luther is not afraid to use the occasional colloquialism, or even to disregard the normal rules of grammar. Some sentences suddenly change direction, and thoughts are not always completed. Often a variety of ideas crowd in on one another within a single sentence. Above all, Luther is inventive and authentic, as far as linguistic expression is concerned." - Author, Friedemann Hebart
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.