International Partners – LCA International Mission

Nurturing Lutheran Identity for the Next Generation

By Rev Franceis Xaiver | 0 comment | Categories: Malaysia Peninsula

“Arise and Build” (Nehemiah 2:18) is the vision for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Malaysia (ELCM), a calling received through Rt. Rev. Steven Lawrence, Bishop of ELCM. This vision outlines a 10-year strategy (2022–2032) focused on the holistic growth of the church, including the strengthening of its identity as a Lutheran church. This identity is […]

Grateful for the gift of Birthing Kits for PNG

0 comment | Categories: Birthing Kits, Papua New Guinea

Expecting a child and becoming a parent can be one of the most transformative, exciting, and difficult experiences in one’s life. Ideally, every mother would have the food and medication she needs for a healthy pregnancy. She would have access to prenatal care and would be able to attend baby preparation classes with the father of her child. When she […]

Devastating earthquake hits Myanmar

0 comment | Categories: Myanmar

Nestled in the serene heart of Myanmar’s Shan State lies Inle Lake, a shimmering expanse of water renowned for its floating gardens, stilted villages, and the Intha fishermen who row with their legs. This breathtaking lake, surrounded by rolling hills and ancient pagodas, has long been a haven for both locals and travellers. Life around […]

The Unexpected Joys of Senior Life

By Mdm Quek Ee Tin | 0 comment | Categories: Singapore

St Luke’s ElderCare is a Christian healthcare provider which operates Senior Care and Rehabilitation Centres, Active Ageing Centres (Care) and Residences (nursing homes), serving mainly older persons and supported by the Lutheran Church in Singapore. On an afternoon in Singapore, the sky above Hawker Centre looked as though it had been randomly brushed with strokes […]

Hanna returns to PNG with God’s grace, wisdom and strength

0 comment | Categories: Mission Workers, Papua New Guinea

Hanna has been working in Papua New Guinea (PNG) as a Bible translation advisor since 2012 and since 2015 has worked with the Kope people of Gulf Province. In her last field term (mid 2019 to late 2023) she witnessed God at work through the following: dedicating the Gospel of Luke in the Kope language […]

Carrying out Jesus’ ministry in the Church

By Pastor Sanael Emoi | 0 comment | Categories: Papua New Guinea, Scholarships

I am Pastor Sanael Emoi. I am married to Faylin Tirit Emoi, and we have three daughters. Our first born is Lisa Dabingo Emoi, who is studying Information Technology at Datec Unitech in Lae city. Our second daughter is Jeanie Bingyamo Emoi, who is in grade 12 this year and our third daughter is Melyanie […]

Trusting relationships essential before sharing faith

By Bishop Boonmee Jarupong | 0 comment | Categories: Thailand

I grew up in the Buddhist faith. My journey was one of discovery and youthful rebellion, leading eventually to healing. My parents and grandparents were Buddhists. My father worked at the temple, studying the Pali language, and through him, I learned about religion and the concept of life after death. He was also a traditional […]

Be Faithful, Sowing Hope, Making Impact

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On October 31, 2000, the National Committee of the Lutheran World Federation (KNLWF) Indonesia took its first step of faith. Motivated by a strong calling to strengthen Lutheran identity and contribute to positive societal change, KNLWF embarked on this journey of ministry alongside member churches in Indonesia. Through an inclusive and loving ministry grounded in […]

A Gift that keeps Giving

By Tracy Smith | 0 comment | Categories: Papua New Guinea

I give thanks and praise to our loving Father for safe travels to Unity College, Murray Bridge to attend the 19th Convention of Lutheran Women of Australia. The time to reconnect, share, laugh, rejoice, and praise “down under” with our LWA sisters in Christ under the theme of How Great Thou Art was truly a […]

Abound in hope for a thriving church

0 comment | Categories: Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia Peninsula, Malaysia Sabah, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Thailand

The Asia Church Leadership Conference (ACLC) is organised as part of the Lutheran World Federation’s (LWF) commitment to strengthening communion relationships between member churches in every region. ACLC is an expression of what it means to be in communion and brought more closely in solidarity with Lutheran churches across the Asian region. This year’s ACLC […]

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