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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

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.

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

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.

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.

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?

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…

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!

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.

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