Mar2022
Be Strong & Courageous
It’s so easy to become afraid. Whether it’s fear of the future, fear of disappointing loved ones, or fear of failing, everyone deals with fear. And while fear is something that we all face, if we let it, fear will stop us from doing the things God wants us to do.
Mar2022
Service origins and ongoing new life
Our God is a God of surprises – of creativity and innovation, ingenuity and new ideas. Our God is also the God of provision, blessing and restoration. We have a God who does resurrections, starting over and transformation. Not just at Easter, but every day.
Mar2022
‘Remember That You’re Dust…’
For many in southern Queensland and northern New South Wales, our Lenten journey began full of ‘toils and snares, potholes and adversaries.’
Feb2022
Watching Our Children Grow
Aaron Glover, Director of LYQ, reflects on seeing his children grow and the impact they have on the future of the church.
Feb2022
How Our Values Guide Us During COVID
Russell’s role as Director, Chaplaincy & Ministry Development for Lutheran Services involves help staff unpack what our Lutheran theology and identity look like in everyday life. Here he shares and example.
Jan2022
While we don’t know what the future holds, we know who holds the future
As 2021 closed, we saw increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases in Queensland. Bishop Mark Vainikka responded with this video of comfort and encouragement.
Dec2021
Feeling tired? You’re not alone
COVID-fatigue … We pause to reflect on all that 2021 has bought to our lives – and we note some of our friends and family members seem stretched to their limits, tired in a way a holiday can’t or won’t fix.
Dec2021
A pilgrim reflects on his Lutheran experience so far
Catholic pilgrim and Lutheran Services CEO, Nick Ryan, reflects on his experience of serving alongside the people of the Lutheran Church.
Nov2021
Peace
We are made and called to be people of peace. This was a key message I heard during the 2021 LEA Ministry conference. These words have become an invitation to me to be, and become, a person of peace in the moments and vocations of my life.