Sep2017
Nice guys can Finnish first!
by Rebecka Colldunberg
Pastor Lauri Iso-Aho was shocked to receive a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of his service to Mount Isa’s multicultural community, presented by a representative of Queensland Premier Anastacia Palaszczuk this month (September). The award was made to the shepherd of Immanuel Finnish Lutheran Church – and Mount Isa Parish – at the annual Mt… Read more
Aug2017
Doing something
by Laura Robbins
It’s one thing to learn about injustice and disadvantage; it’s another thing to do something. Students at a Queensland Lutheran school are setting that very example.
Jul2017
All things are possible
by LCA Communications
Love is coming to life for people who are lonely or in need at a north Queensland congregation’s family ministry centre.
Jul2017
With God, all things are possible
by Helen Beringen
Just as God has called us all to shine his light in the world, he has placed a veritable lighthouse of his love in one little congregation in Queensland’s northern outpost of Townsville.
Jul2017
Free to minister to youth
by Hannah Fuller
Hannah has been passionate about youth ministry since attending a camp while at primary school. Now 21, she’s a youth coordinator and graduate of LYQ’s Luminate leadership development program.
Apr2017
Queensland District reaches out to cyclone victims
by LCA Communications
The LCA Queensland District has launched a relief appeal for individuals and communities devastated by Cyclone Debbie and the flooding in her aftermath. In the wake of the natural disaster, the District has urged church members to pray for those affected, donate towards helping those who have lost homes and possessions, and to help neighbours… Read more
Nov2016
School’s sign of the times
by LCA Communications
Students from Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School (LORDS) at Pimpama on Queensland’s Gold Coast recently found a unique way to recognise the LCA’s 50.500 initiative and celebrate their own milestone. At the school’s chapel assembly on Reformation Day the students from years 3, 4 and 6 created the 500 sign out of the LORDS and… Read more
Aug2016
Precious gift of care
by Belinda Watson
When a family enrols their child in day care, they would expect to receive information about the service. At Beenleigh Family Day Care, south-east of Brisbane, the introduction families have to the centre includes a special extra – the gift of a Bible. This program is part of Beenleigh Family Day Care’s (FDC) ministry to… Read more
Aug2016
Building for the future
by Janette Lange
One hundred and seventy thousand bricks. That’s a lot – enough for about 15 houses! But in the hands of builder Mr W Janetzki, those bricks became a different type of home – one for 120 girls. Under his watchful eye, the bricks were transformed into the two-storey girls’ hostel at Concordia Memorial College, Toowoomba… Read more
Aug2016
Live music ministry on rise
by LCA Communications
Two new Live at the Chapel (LATC) venues were launched last month, with churches at Nambour in Queensland and Bendigo in Victoria joining the ministry network. The Nambour launch featured singer and ukulele-playing songwriter Nicolle Jean and folk/groove singer-songwriter Jason Daniels, who shared testimonies and music for the gathering at St John’s Anglican Church. This… Read more
