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.
Nov2021
Oct2021
Living free
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not… Read more
Oct2021
God Calls Us for Community
How might we tell that a faith community is living faithfully and prayerfully? One thing that delights me is when I see people pitching in with their various gifts to share God’s love with those around them.
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.