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.
Nov2022
“Let Us Hear”: An Invitation into Contemplative Spirituality
This year the theme for Synod, “Let us Hear”, was based on the parable of the Sower passage in Matthew 13:9. A range of contemplative worship practices were employed to better hear the voice of God.
Oct2022
The Life We Pictured
Today as I write this, I have a Ken doll (from the Barbie range) sitting in the front seat of my car with the seatbelt on. It is something that I had not really pictured would ever be in my life…
Oct2022
How can I Sing a New Song when I don’t have a Voice?
Within our Lutheran communities there are people who find it hard to speak, let alone sing. For some the restriction is temporary, while for others it is ongoing.
Sep2022
Qld Lutherans seek Nurturing Worship, Meaningful Intergenerational Relationships and Spiritual Growth
The 2021 NCLS Survey is out, and it seems Queensland Lutherans are seeking nurturing worship, meaningful intergenerational relationships and spiritual growth.
Sep2022
Listening to the Voice of Creation
We have entered the Season of Creation. Each year from 1 September to 4 October the Christian family unites for this worldwide celebration.
Aug2022
In Memoriam: GEOFF HARTWIG (13/10/1948 – 28/07/2022)
After a lifetime of faithful service to God, Pastor Geoff Hartwig passed peacefully into the arms of his Saviour on 28th July 2022.