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Lutheran Education Australia creates and maintains resources to guide education and formation development in Lutheran learning communities.

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The Patriarchs: A history of Lutheran schooling 1839-1919 (Hauser, 2009)

Books and publications

This book explores the formative early decades of Australian Lutheran education through the lives and leadership of key pioneers. Through a series of biographical profiles, the book traces how their vision, faith and educational convictions shaped enduring traditions in Lutheran schooling.

Valuing safe communities

Professional learning programs

As schools of the Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA), staff and volunteers of Lutheran schools and early childhood services are committed to upholding the ‘LCA Standards of Ethical Behaviour’ [Link to Standards of Ethical Behaviour document] and related LCA policies. Valuing Safe Communities (VSC) is a specialised training program designed to meet these expectations. Lutheran […]

Welcome to Lutheran education: A guide to staff installation

Books and publications

Staff members in Lutheran education communities are formally welcomed during a worship service (referred to as an installation), which includes a special Rite of Installation. This brochure provides information to support new staff to understand and participate in this important welcome to Lutheran education.

Welcome to Lutheran education: Professional Learning Pathways

Books and publications

Lutheran education communities share a recognisable Lutheran identity, shaped by interactions of the Christian faith through our Lutheran lens. This brochure assists new staff to understand the various spiritual formation, accreditation and leadership programs designed to support and equip them to understand this in their role.

What is so special about a Lutheran school?

Books and publications

Based on solid understandings, caring environments, and collaborative community involvement, Lutheran education communities are unique. This brochure includes information about the Lutheran school system suitable for new staff and parents.

Why a Lutheran school? (Bartsch, 2001)

Books and publications

This book explores the deep relationship between Lutheran theology and educational practice, articulating why theology matters for the life and purpose of Lutheran schools. It provides a foundational framework for educators and leaders to engage thoughtfully with faith, learning and vocation within a Lutheran educational context.

Worship and Devotions

Lutheran schools and early childhood services, as part of the mission of the Lutheran church, are communities of worship and service, sharing and living the good news of Jesus Christ (Growing Deep: Our Foundation). Lutheran schools and early childhood services have regular worship services and other faith practices as a central part of our mission. […]