Apr2023
“Remember, Give Thanks and Pray for Peace” this Anzac Day: Bishop
LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith has encouraged members of the church to endeavour to ‘strike the right balance’ in their commemorations of Anzac Day.
Apr2023
Surprises on the Upside
Christianity is an inherently hopeful religion. Not because we are incurable optimists but because the negative has been lived, and overcome.
Mar2023
Making Family Rituals and Traditions this Lent and Easter
Family rituals and traditions are important to the health and wellbeing of today’s busy families. They promote a sense of identity and a feeling of belonging.
Mar2023
The Importance of Rest
For a lot of us, rest tends to be an afterthought. Most of us are wound up so tight we can’t truly rest and recover. But this is not the picture of rest we see in the Bible at all.
Feb2023
Lenten Invitations
Outgoing LEQ Director of Identity & Formation Stephanie Maher reflects upon the Lenten season, and the ways in which we can draw nearer to God.
Feb2023
Brussels Sprouts are Good for you…but I Still Won’t Eat Them!
Apparently they’re good for you, but there’s a very good reason why Brussels Sprouts are called the most hated of all vegetables.
Feb2023
Please Pray with me as we Gather in Synod
LCAQD District Bishop asks for prayers as the Lutheran General Convention of Synod approaches, with the ordination of women under consideration.
Dec2022
Bishop Mark Vainikka Shares a Message of Hope for this Advent-Christmas Season
Bishop Mark’s message may be viewed at the link below: https://vimeo.com/780596072
Nov2022
Leadership Hearts and Hands
The Bible has a lot to say about leadership. In fact it goes out of its way to present a picture of what positive, caring leadership involves.
Nov2022
Here is Your God!
‘How shall we sing the Lord’s song in a foreign land?’ The poet seems to be admitting that he does not know how to, in the midst of all that has changed in his circumstances.










