May2017
ABC 'Compass' films FRM bush course
On Saturday 1 July, ABC TV will screen a documentary about the work of the Finke River Mission on their Compass religious affairs program.
May2017
Christian back in the centre: what makes families strong and healthy?
Ivan Christian first arrived at Ntaria (Hermannsburg) in 1977 to teach in the Finke River Mission (FRM) outstation schools.
Apr2017
Titjikala confirmations
Palm Sunday 2017 saw eight men and women confirmed and one baptised at Titjikala Lutheran church, 120km South of Alice Springs.
Apr2017
Teaching the teachers
Ladies from the Alice Springs and Hermannsburg Lutheran churches shared their history and knowledge with Yirara College staff during professional development sessions earlier this year.
Mar2017
In memory of Pastor Jimmy Haines
In 2016 Jimmy was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Still serving as a faithful Pastor until he was hospitalised, he died at Pmara Jutunta (6 mile) on 30 November 2016.
Feb2017
Good things happening at Mt Liebig
On Sunday 12 February, 20 young men and women were confirmed at ‘Martin Luther’ Lutheran church Amunturrngu (Mt Liebig), 300km west of Alice Springs.
Jan2017
Hermannsburg on the ABC
Hermannsburg has featured on the ABC’s popular series, Back Roads. The story presented in a positive light the work of the Lutherans in preserving the local language.