SUNDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 2025
SBLC Combined Confirmation and First Communion Service 10:00am HC
Barossa Arts Centre Faith Lutheran College (Senior Campus) Magnolia Road Tanunda
Tea and coffee will follow after the service.
Safe Church – Child Safe Information
What is a Safe Church Coordinator (SCO)?
ChildSafe identifies the SCO role as primary operational oversight of safety management of ‘vulnerable people’.
The role includes implementing ChildSafe in a way that drives a culture of change and improvements including overseeing training, screening, reporting, fostering a Safety culture, people working with children are suitable/supported, response to complaints are child focused and the awareness of keeping children safe through continual education and training.
‘Vulnerable people’ includes ALL Children and may include adults with disabilities, mental or physical illness, chronically lonely people, the frail aged, those recently bereaved, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
However, not all people in these categories consider themselves vulnerable.
SBLC Child Safe/SMO Coordinators
Bethany/Tabor - Marilyn Mensforth bethanytaborsccoord@gmail.com
Grace/Schoenborn - Jenny Noll jedanoll@gmail.com
Langmeil - Emma Hiscock emma.hiscock@lca.org.au
Lyndoch - Graham Fromm grahamfromm@outlook.com
It's time for rest & renewal. Join us for a soul-nourishing experience.
Embracing Creativity in Spirituality - A Spiritual Retreat Day. A Tabor ASCEND Workshop
Saturday 8 November 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm, 181 GOODWOOD ROAD, MILLSWOOD
Use promo code EBIRD at checkout to receive $55 off ticket price. (Offer ends 10 October 2025)
ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP Explore Holistic Well-Being
In the midst of life's chaos, carving out time for rest and renewal is vital for our overall well-being. This full-day professional development retreat will explore the integration of creativity and spirituality from a Christian perspective, providing a sanctuary for the mind, body, and spirit.
Participants will engage in a variety of enriching practices, including sound baths, meditation, visualization, and artistic expression, all aimed at deepening their connection with God.
Through these holistic approaches, attendees will rejuvenate their spirits, strengthen their faith, and unlock their creative potential. Join us for this transformative experience, designed to help you reconnect with God and find harmony amid the demands of everyday life.
Register Here
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Verity Riessen is a lecturer in Worship and Theological Reflection with expertise and professional experience in arts education, theology, ministry and spiritual direction. Verity is also known as recording artist who continues to engage in music performance, songwriting and leading a diversity of worship experiences. She holds a Master of Divinity, a Graduate Diploma of Spiritual Direction and Degrees in Visuals Arts and Education. Creativity and spirituality entwine as Verity offers compassionate, engaging and welcoming spaces encouraging deep listening, reflection and prayerful response.
ABOUT TABOR ASCEND
- Join us for a day dedicated to your formation and growth at our beautiful heritage listed campus in Millswood.
- Enjoy lunch and barista coffee on us.
- This workshop forms part of the Tabor ASCEND program, meaning it is able to be completed for the purposes of professional development, to obtain a micro-credential OR to use toward a higher education award (for more details, please see our Tabor ASCEND page here).
Elizabeth Chapman
Stakeholder Engagement Officer
Resources for Youth:
XP - is a discussion-based resource that helps young Aussies explore life and faith. It is a high-quality, free digital series with discussion questions and has an accompanying Leader’s Guide.
Bible Apps for Teens
https://growcurriculum.org/go/best-bible-app-for-teens/
Exploring the Bible: https://bibleproject.com/
https://www.dare2share.org/evangelism-tools/10-apps-every-youth-pastor-should-know-about/
New resources for children
The Zenos Kids App aims to bring children and families the best of Australian Christian children’s content to one safe, easy to navigate platform! Creators from around Australia have partnered to share videos, music, podcasts, stories, and devotions that all have the purpose of encouraging children (2-12) and families to grow in their relationships with God and each other.
Check it out at: https://www.zenosmedia.com/zenos-kids-app
Here is a list of some Christian apps for kids (worth having a look at because there are some very good resources available).
https://www.godforkidsapp.com/blog/best-christian-kids-apps
https://insiderbits.com/best-apps/faithful-fun-top-christian-apps-for-kids/#google_vignette
Upcoming Events
LMSE Christian Life Week (CLW) Monday 29th Sept. – Friday 3rd Oct
Please pray for the leaders and campers.
Messy Church Online Meet-Up – Tuesday, September 23rd, 7:30 pm, and Term 4 Meet-up, Tuesday, October 28th (Christmas Focus). Contact me if interested, and I will send you the meeting link.
Mid North Gideons Faith Fund event.
Guest Speaker Wayne Harch from The Gideons International in Australia with firsthand accounts of the mission field of Poland.
Friday October 24th, Langmeil Lutheran Church Hall, 7 Maria St Tanunda. 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start.
RSVP by 17th October to Neville Steinborner 0418 909 885 or email steiny@bigpond.net $30:00 per person for dinner.
Please advise any dietary requirements. An offering for The Gideons Faith fund will be taken on the night.
Come and hear amazing stories and testimonies from the International Mission Team who visited Poland in 2024.
BAROSSA KONZERT Sunday 28th September 2.00 pm at St Petri Church, 21 Second Street, Nuriootpa
A celebration of classical music and German heritage in the heart of the Barossa.
The Tanunda Liedertafel 1850 The Barossa Trio | Piano, flute, cello Tickets $35/$30 concession
Tickets available online at https://www.trybooking.com/events/1439286/sessions/5773207/sections/2760155/tickets
LUTHERAN CARE UPDATE
Thank you so much for the donations this past month.
Items needed for September please: Tuna Cans, Women's Deodorant, Coffee.
And we are very low in if you can help out please: Canned Mixed Vegetable, Peanut Butter, Long Life Milk, Tinned Spaghetti, Jam, Vegemite, Shampoo and Conditioners.