Nov2023
Blessing people at Advent and Christmas
by Nathan Hedt
Non-Christians are more open to receiving blessings and coming to church at Christmas. Nathan Hedt shares how we can bless those around us this Advent and Christmas season.
Nov2023
Easy Advent activities for the whole family
Are you looking for easy ways to celebrate Advent? Check out these fun activities that you can enjoy with your family.
Nov2021
Being bold with the gospel
by Anne Hansen
There’s no better time than Advent and Christmas to be bold in telling others about the gospel, especially as most people in Australia and New Zealand celebrate Christmas. Lutheran Tract Mission has more than 950 resources to help share God’s love, joy, comfort and peace at Christmas and year-round.
Dec2020
Christmas without all the trimmings
For many churches around the LCA/NZ, COVID-19 gathering and health restrictions may mean they are unable to host the large Christmas services or be involved in the big community events they usually do. Instead, faith communities have come up with new and innovative ways to worship.
Dec2020
The gifts of a simple lift
by Christine Matthias
Many people have had to adjust to changes in work, home and church life due to COVID-19. But while many things have changed in 2020, Christine Matthias believes a focus on Christ’s birth and traditions built on enjoying simple things together, means Christmas won’t be all that different for her.
Oct2020
Preparing to pass on Christmas joy
by Anne Hansen
Christmas is a time of sharing love and gift-giving. I love hearing stories of how our Lutheran Tract Mission (LTM) resources are used.