May2022
No Greater Love
Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. ~John 15:13
Apr2022
Christ is risen indeed!
We pray that this period of Holy Week has been deeply refreshing for you, however and wherever you were as you gave thanks for the life, death and resurrection of… Read more
Apr2022
Next week is Holy Week
Bishop Mark, First Assistant Bishop Ben and Pastor David Schmidt are preparing short video messages for our LCAQD Facebook page for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday…. Read more
Mar2022
Be Strong & Courageous
It’s so easy to become afraid. Whether it’s fear of the future, fear of disappointing loved ones, or fear of failing, everyone deals with fear. And while fear is something that we all face, if we let it, fear will stop us from doing the things God wants us to do.
Mar2022
‘Remember That You’re Dust…’
For many in southern Queensland and northern New South Wales, our Lenten journey began full of ‘toils and snares, potholes and adversaries.’
Feb2022
Watching Our Children Grow
Aaron Glover, Director of LYQ, reflects on seeing his children grow and the impact they have on the future of the church.
Feb2022
How Our Values Guide Us During COVID
Russell’s role as Director, Chaplaincy & Ministry Development for Lutheran Services involves help staff unpack what our Lutheran theology and identity look like in everyday life. Here he shares and example.
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.
Dec2021
A pilgrim reflects on his Lutheran experience so far
Catholic pilgrim and Lutheran Services CEO, Nick Ryan, reflects on his experience of serving alongside the people of the Lutheran Church.
Nov2021
Peace
We are made and called to be people of peace. This was a key message I heard during the 2021 LEA Ministry conference. These words have become an invitation to me to be, and become, a person of peace in the moments and vocations of my life.










