Strathalbyn Lutheran Church

20/06/2026

This week we’re exploring ‘part two’ of Jesus’ mission briefing in Matthew 10. His instructions don’t get any less challenging, but the promises also continue.

As we continue the ‘Withness’ series, we’re going to explore what it means to be sustained and covered by the Father’s love as we participate in Jesus’ saving mission.

Join us for worship tomorrow (9am at Salem or 11am at Strathalbyn) or via our livestream (11am only) as we soak in the Father’s love for us.

Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6oye9JI5B8

13/06/2026

While it’s natural for everyone to be afraid of something, some people struggle with multiple phobias. And we all have moments when we’re confronted by multiple fears and anxieties all at once.

Perhaps Jesus’ disciples experienced a multitude of fears as they received his challenging mission briefing in Matthew 10. We too might feel somewhat fretful as we hear Jesus’ instructions. His call to fearless discipleship might seem a bit much.

However, our fears are stilled as we listen intently to the promises embedded in Jesus’ instructions. We're reminded that as we reach out together to bring Jesus to others, the Spirit of Christ strengthens and encourages us.

Join us for worship tomorrow at 9am at Strathalbyn (or via our live stream) as we continue our Withness preaching series.

Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvMu4DH-46w

12/06/2026

06/06/2026

Although the term ‘loneliness epidemic’ hadn’t yet been coined, loneliness & social isolation were certainly prevalent in ancient Israel. This is evident in the lives of the people whom Jesus interacted with in Matthew 9.

A tax collector, a woman suffering from haemorrhaging & a synagogue leader were all reconnected to God and their communities through the forgiving & restorative work of Christ. Only Jesus could do this as only he truly understood their loneliness.

Jesus also walks with us when we endure loneliness & social isolation. He keeps us connected to the Father and to his body- the church. And he calls us to help bring others out of the loneliness epidemic and back into relationship with the Father.

Join us for worship tomorrow (9am at Strathalbyn & 11am at Salem) or via our livestream (9am only) as we praise Jesus, our Saviour & Restorer.

Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhhdC3Ptqro

27/05/2026

There will be no services in our church buildings this Sunday. Instead, join us for our combined churches worship at Tyndale!

27/05/2026

Do you ever feel awkward, ill-equipped, unqualified or unprepared to share the gospel?

Do you know someone who is curious about Jesus and the Christian faith, but you just aren’t sure of the next steps?

Do you wish you could more freely share the gospel in a natural way with your family, friends, workmates or neighbours?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then the upcoming Gospel Fluency workshop (see details below) is for you. This workshop is designed to give you a vocabulary, context and some actual practice in sharing the gospel in words and actions with those around you. It will equip you to share the good news confidently.

Hope to see you there!

23/05/2026

On Pentecost Sunday, we usually focus on the tongues of fire or the sound of the rushing wind described in Acts 2 when the Holy Spirit came upon the early church. And we often think of the Spirt as resembling a dove, recalling the visible Spirit who alighted on Jesus at his baptism.

However, there’s another powerful mage of the Spirit that perhaps we don’t focus on as much: living water. Jesus said, “Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” By this he meant the Spirit… (John 7:38-39a)

Join us for worship at 9am tomorrow at Strathalbyn or via our live stream as we celebrate the Holy Spirit, the living water that flows through us and into our communities.

Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hQelhiKw54

15/05/2026

Hilltops & mountaintops are almost mystical places. They provide a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape & create spaces for unique encounters with God.

This was certainly the case in biblical times, hence why Jesus’ ascension occurred on top of a large hill. And what he did there was indeed breathtaking.

As Jesus ascended to the Father, he raised his hands and blessed his disciples. What a sight this would’ve been!

And his hands of blessing haven’t gone down since. They’re continually raised to us as well as those with whom we share the Gospel.

Join us for worship on Sunday (9am at Salem & 11am at Strathalbyn) or via our livestream (11am only) as we receive blessings from Jesus.

Live stream: https://www.youtube.com//streams