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!
Jun2021
Three wise men from the South East, bearing gifts.
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.
Jun2021
LCAQD Convention of Synod elects new Bishop
Pastor Mark Vainikka will be the new Bishop of the Queensland District, following today’s election by Synod delegates.
Jun2021
Two promises for Synod: The Lord will build and the gates of Hell will not prevail
After this coming weekend, the Lutheran Church in the Queensland District will have elected a Bishop to take over the work from Bishop Paul Smith. Here Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the promise of the Lord to “build his Church”.
May2021
Queensland Lutheran Nurses honoured
Two Lutheran Nurses were again honoured by the Lutheran Nurses Association of Australia (LNAA) to mark International Nurses Day (12 May).
The Lutheran Nurse of the Year for 2021 is Wayne Kroker, of Nundah, Queensland. Shirley Klinge, of Laidley, Queensland, was honoured with Life Membership of LNAA