Inspired by a story about mission grants available in the LCANZ and acknowledging a lack of youth and young families in their congregation, members of Immanuel Lutheran Church Kadina SA decided to act.

Lutherans for Life – a group within the LCANZ united by a common desire to promote the sanctity of God’s gift of human life – has a new-look web presence.

The beginning of the year signifies a fresh start. For children, it means the beginning of a new school year with new teachers, books, stationery, and maybe a new resolve to be top of the class.

As you reflect on regrets and challenging situations, do you ever feel as though you just need a fresh start or ‘do-over’? There’s no shortage of things in this world that can cause us pain, regret and grief.