Dec2019
Christmas Dancing?
In 1966, English composer John Gardner composed a joyful Christmas tune for his adaption of a medieval carol called “Tomorrow will be my dancing day.” In this carol, we are reminded that God is personally interested in each of us and that God dearly loves us.
Dec2019
The Christmas Feast
We celebrate Christmas as a time for feasting. That is why we call Christmas a “Festival” of the Church year. “Festival” comes for the word “feast”. This is not the only reason we gather together…
Dec2019
What about me?
When you hear about missional renewal that is occurring elsewhere, do you ask “what about me?” As if God doesn’t love you enough to bless your community in this way?
Nov2019
Look up … see who is looking out for you
For centuries, people who entered the Hagia Sophia mosque looked up into the face of Jesus Christ, the ‘one who holds all things,’ looking down upon them.
Nov2019
Looking ahead, realising what is present …
There is tragedy across Queensland and New South Wales with the raging bush-fires. God is present in the midst of any strife. Knowing that God is with us, we cry out, “Lord have mercy on us.”
Oct2019
Tribute to Aub Muller
Aub Muller, who passed September 2019, was above all a faithful servant of God and of the Lutheran Church. Any listing of his achievements in the secular and business world reveals the many skills and talents which he also put at the service of the church he loved.
Oct2019
With Thanksgiving for the Life & Service of Pastor John Vitale, President Emeritus
Bishop Paul shares about the legacy John Vitale leaves for the consideration of the people of the communities of the Queensland District.
Oct2019
Blessed are the Peacemakers – A Life Changing Workshop
Previous attendee, Anna Kneen, shares her experience with the eye-opening, life-changing ‘Blessed are the Peacemakers’ workshop and encourages all to attend.
Oct2019
From Transistor Radios to Sharing Asian Ministry
On Sunday the 13th of October, there was an extraordinary event in the life of our Lutheran Church’s work amongst Chinese people. The recently-recognised “Queensland Asian Congregation” (QAC) extended a call to a Pastor.
Oct2019
Speaking the Gospel Workshops
Ministry & Mission are sponsoring two free workshops that will essentially provide an opportunity for attendees to grow in their capacity in proclaiming the gospel and toward certification.