Community News

In Memoriam: TIM ZANKER (30/08/1952–16/03/2023)

Helen Mibus retires after faithfully serving God as Business Manager for LYQ for more than 15 years, after 25 years of voluntary service.

When Dell Sippel went to hospital, she never expected a nine month stay. So visits from the Lutheran Chaplain made all the difference.

There are few opportunities where young people feel safe enough to explore the idea of faith. This is what makes camping ministry so unique, so vital.

LEQ is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms Yvonne Ries to the role of Deputy Executive Director – Education.

In Memoriam: MILTON FRITSCH (08/08/1961–08/02/2023). Mourned by wife Gaylea, children Maria, Harry and Abigail and families.

Farewell to Stephanie Maher, LEQ Director of Identity and Formation. Stephanie will take up a role at St Peters Lutheran College.

In Memoriam: LIONEL OTTO (22/12/1940–22/12/2022)

Pastor Robert Kenneth Fechner died on Saturday 14 January 2023. We thank God for Pastor Rob’s faithful service to his Lord and the church.

For those who have never met a female Pastor, all the conversations about whether both women and men may be ordained remain hypothetical. Here’s a brief look at two women called to ordained ministry.