Mar2020
Coronavirus response and guidance from LCAQD
As we continue in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to serve the people in our care, the communities and agencies of the LCAQD will undertake the following responses to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) declared by the World Health Organisation to be a Pandemic.
Jan2020
Raising Up a Younger Delegate to Synod – Mentored First, then Appointed
This year, at the Toowoomba Synod, I invite our communities to plan to send a younger person along with the regular delegate
Dec2019
What about me?
When you hear about missional renewal that is occurring elsewhere, do you ask “what about me?” As if God doesn’t love you enough to bless your community in this way?
Nov2019
Look up … see who is looking out for you
For centuries, people who entered the Hagia Sophia mosque looked up into the face of Jesus Christ, the ‘one who holds all things,’ looking down upon them.
Nov2019
Looking ahead, realising what is present …
There is tragedy across Queensland and New South Wales with the raging bush-fires. God is present in the midst of any strife. Knowing that God is with us, we cry out, “Lord have mercy on us.”
Oct2019
Alondra Residences Service of Dedication
On Sunday 20 October, the Lutheran community gathered at Alondra Residences to witness Bishop Paul Smith dedicate the new boutique retirement community to the glory of God.
Sep2019
People of THE Story
In this parable, the Lord Jesus is declaring that the story of the cross and resurrection is the way of justice, mercy and peace, which is the way we are called to travel as our story is caught up in his story.
Sep2019
Farewell Mike; May God Bless You!
Bishop Paul thanks out-going DEO Michael Turner shares one final message of encouragement.
Sep2019
Horizons Expanded
These ‘disruptive missional practices’ bring life and a sense of identity in times that seem chaotic: ‘dwelling in the word’ and ‘dwelling in the world’.
Aug2019
3 Reasons YOU NEED to Attend the Brisbane Sent Conference
Brisbane Sent Conference 2019 is just around the corner. Here are some reasons why we hope to see you there …