Jan2025
Serving the most vulnerable for 75 years
This year, the Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand celebrates 75 years of serving the most vulnerable through the ministry of Australian Lutheran World Service.
Nov2024
Call for churches to join refugee support initiative
by Emma Hansen
Lutheran congregations are being encouraged to form community supporter groups to help refugees resettle in Australia. One such group, from Rockingham Mandurah Lutheran Church in WA, says taking part is a mutually rewarding expression of love and a display of Christian faith.
Oct2024
Walking together for 75 years!
In 2025, our church will celebrate 75 years of service through Australian Lutheran World Service with a series of Walk My Way events across Australia.
Sep2024
Gifted a pig
by Michael Stolz
When ALWS Executive Director Michael Stolz attended the opening of a women’s conference in Papua New Guinea recently, he wasn’t expecting the announcement made by the chief of the host tribe, who said they would be honoured if Michael accepted their prize pig!
Aug2024
The impact of Lutherans in Ethiopia
On 21 August, Sophie Gebreyes, the country director of Lutheran World Federation Ethiopia, was interviewed on Vision Christian Media. She reflected on the incredible presence of Lutherans in Ethiopia – over 10 million people! Sophie also shared how you are bringing a real change through ALWS.
Jul2024
Attend an ALWS Asante event near you
This month, there are a number of ALWS Asante events being held around Australia. Be inspired by Sophie Gebreyes, who leads the ALWS ministry in Ethiopia (home to 10 million Lutherans!).
