ELCPNG News Updates

KAINANTU, Eastern Highlands Province — Youths from the Ataru congregation in the Kingston area of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea (ELCPNG) Kainantu District have improved their community through a beautification program and drainage work, following Social Accountability (SA) training conducted in 2023 in Kainantu. ELCPNG Kainantu District Youth Training Coordinator Grace Yagara […]

HEAD BISHOP’s MESSAGE Dear ELCPNG Grace and peace to you in this blessed Advent season!. As we approach the 35th Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea, I am pleased to announce our theme for 2025: “Stand Firm, We Are Free” ,  Galatians 5:1 “Sanap Stong, Yumi Fri Pinis.”Galesia 5:1 The 35th

The traditional Martin Luther Seminary graduation, held for more than 50 years to honour theology graduates, has now entered a new phase as it becomes part of the Lutheran University of Papua New Guinea (LUPNG). This year’s ceremony reflects that transition, recognising graduates from Theology as well as from one of the university’s new academic

The prison ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea has witnessed 11 prisoners receiving their confirmation and baptism blessings on August 30th, 2025, at Bundaira Correctional Institution in Kainantu, Eastern Highlands Province. The program was made possible through the commitment, dedication, and faithfulness of Senior Evangelist Tui Kinu of ELC Kainantu District,