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25
Jan2022

While we don’t know what the future holds, we know who holds the future

As 2021 closed, we saw increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases in Queensland. Bishop Mark Vainikka responded with this video of comfort and encouragement.

21
Sep2021

Learning to Sing the Lord’s Song in a Foreign Land – Psalm 137

Bishop Mark Vainikka reflects on Psalm 137 in response to the narrative of the church as one of immigration, adjustment and growth. Our foundational narrative is about learning to sing the Lord’s song in a foreign land.

08
Sep2021

A dangerous prayer

Dear diary, today did not go to plan … I finished the day further behind than I began. Thank you, God. You answered my prayer. Your plan was much better than mine. Please ruin tomorrow as well.

10
Aug2021

Food for thought on living faithfully and prayerfully in today’s society 

In his first article in his new role within the LCAQD, Bishop (elect) Mark Vainikka introduces the theme ‘Living Faithfully and Prayfully’.

29
Jun2021

And the winner is, “Brisbane” – God willing…

On July 21st, the International Olympic Committee will determine whether or not the 2032 Olympic Games will be held in Brisbane. Bishop Paul Smith, in his last newsletter article as Bishop in Queensland…

15
Jun2021

Three wise men from the South East, bearing gifts.

We have just elected a new Bishop for the Lutheran Church in Queensland and two new assistant Bishops. Bishop Paul Smith celebrates this election and these “servants of the Word”: Ben, Mark and Nathan.

05
Jun2021

LCAQD Convention of Synod elects new Bishop

Pastor Mark Vainikka will be the new Bishop of the Queensland District, following today’s election by Synod delegates.

01
Jun2021

Two promises for Synod: The Lord will build and the gates of Hell will not prevail

After this coming weekend, the Lutheran Church in the Queensland District will have elected a Bishop to take over the work from Bishop Paul Smith. Here Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the promise of the Lord to “build his Church”.

18
May2021

Put straight by angels: The Lord is with you.

Bishop Paul Smith highlights the wonderful message of the Ascension story: Our Lord Jesus is wherever he says he is, which means especially, he is with us always.

04
May2021

God does not give up on you

Bishop Paul Smith reflects on one of his most favourite Bible stories from the New Testament book of Acts. This story of the “eunuch” from Ethiopia is a reminder of the heart of God for us – showing that God does not give up on us.

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