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.
Sep2021
Season of Creation Celebration Service
Each September, many Christian churches around the world celebrate the Season of Creation. This a time to thank and praise God for the bountiful creation that has been provided to… Read more
Aug2021
Serving the Servants of God
This is my first article to you, and using the vernacular of Bishop-elect Mark last edition (and also at my installation), it is in my new role as a servant to the servant of the servants of God here in Queensland. My actual title is ‘First Assistant Bishop’, but you can also just call me ‘Ben’ J
Aug2021
Replenish Women’s Retreat – the gift of time away
Rachel Schilling gives us a taste of the comfort, beauty and rest to be enjoyed at the Replenish Women’s retreat at Luther Heights, Coolum on September 17-19.
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’.
Jul2021
Encouragement and appreciation for PWs (Pastor’s wives)
The term ‘PK’ (pastor’s kid) is well known, but PWs (pastor’s wives) tend to keep a lower profile. Kirby Mullen shares her vision and hope for encouraging PWs through the Grace Laced retreat.
Jul2021
RI in state schools: going where the need is
Religious Instruction in State Schools (commonly known as RI) has been around, off and on, for over 100 years. Rev David Baker from the Christian RI Alliance shares what RI looks like in Queensland today.
Jul2021
Bearing Witness to Jesus in an Unchurched World
It hasn’t just been the pandemic. Over the past 50 years, society’s attitude towards the church, and the church’s cultural influence have diminished. How do we faithfully respond to these changes?
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…
Jun2021
Replenish and Grace Laced Women’s Retreats – parallel and intertwined!
Confused about how the Replenish women’s retreat and Grace Laced retreat for wives of pastors on September 17-19 this year fit together, or about what to expect? I hope this will help!







