Sunday 11th January 2026 - First Sunday after Epiphany

Readings for Today

Isaiah 42:1-9 - The Lord's servant is a light to the nations

Psalm 29

Acts 10:34-43 - Jesus anointed with the Spirit and power

Matthew 3:13-17 - The baptism of Jesus

Prayer of the Day

(Let us pray that we live as God's baptised children. [silence])

Loving Father, you anointed Jesus at his baptism with the Holy Spirit, and revealed him as your dear Son.  Thank you for making us your children by water and the Spirit.  Keep us faithful to you throughout our lives. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen.

Readings for 18th January 2026 – (Second Sunday after Epiphany – Yr A)

Isaiah 49:1-7 - God's servant a light to the nations

Psalm 40:1-11

1 Corinthians 1:1-9 - Grace and peace from God in Christ

John 1:29-42 - Jesus the Lamb of God

Ministry Area Announcements:

CHURCH OFFICE CHRISTMAS BREAK:

Church Office will be CLOSED from Wednesday 24th December until Monday 12th January 2026.  Office will REOPEN on Tuesday 13th January.

Trinity, Chinchilla

Chairperson:            Luke Boshammer (0413 960 056)

Elders:                       Luke Boshammer (0413 960 056)                     Wayne Eising (0448 623 149)

                                    Terence Kleidon (0439 927 812)

Rosters	Cleaning	Altar	Reader
11th & 18th Jan 2026	S & K Kleidon	G Smith W Boshammer	Wendy (18th)
25th Jan & 1st Feb 2026	J Redgwell W Boshammer	Smith/Boshammer Forster/Hensel	Stan (25th) Mary (1st)
8th & 15th Feb 2026	L & G Smith	D Forster M Hensel	Wendy (15th)
22nd Feb & 1st Mar 2026	M Walsh	Forster/Hensel Eising/Kleidon	Stan (22nd) Mary (1st)

Coming Events & News:

St John’s, Downfall Creek

Chairperson:            Daryn Stiller (0400 306 393)

Elders:                       Mick Hoffmann (0427 282 106)                         Daryn Stiller (0400 306 393)

Rosters	Ushers	Cleaning	Flowers	Music	Bible Reader	Hostess	Lay Reader
Jan 2026	Doug & Jules	Lisa	Juliana	Juliana	Dale	Ken & Jean	Daryn
Feb 2026	Doug & Jules	Kym	Jean	Kym	Ken	Daryn & Lisa	Mick
Mar 2026	Doug & Jules	Lynny	Juliana	Lynny	Daryn	Dale & Lynny	Dale
Apr 2026	Doug & Jules	Lisa S	Doris	Claudia	Dale	Doug & Doris	Daryn

Coming Events & News:

Redeemer, Miles

Chairperson:            Steven Stiller (0477 581 663)

Elder:                         Steven Stiller (0477 581 663)

Coming Events & News:

Bulletin Notices:

Please contact Dalby Church Office for all bulletin notices (to be provided before 1pm Wed).

P:        0476 029 220                                              E:             office@stmarksdalby.com.au

Pastor:

25 Sheriff Street, Chinchilla, Qld, 4413

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Daily Bible Readings:

Mon 12th              Isaiah 43:1-7;

Tues 13th              Ezekiel 36:24-28;

Wed 14th              Acts 2:36-42;

Thurs 15th            Romans 6:3-11;

Fri 16th                 1 John 5:6-12;

Sat 17th                Psalm 40:1-11;

Services across our Ministry Area:

Date	Sunday	Chinchilla	D’fall Creek	Miles
11th Jan 2026	1 Epiphany (White)	9.30am @ the Anglican Church	11.00am
18th Jan 2026	2 Epiphany (Green)	9.00am	11.00am	11.00am
25th Jan 2026	3 Epiphany (Green)	9.00am	11.00am
1st Feb 2026	4 Epiphany (Green)	9.00am – Pastor Joel Pukallus	12.00am - Pastor Joel Pukallus	11.00am
8th Feb 2026	5 Epiphany (Green)	9.30am @ the Anglican Church	11.00am
15th Feb 2026	Transfiguration (White)	9.00am	11.00am	11.00am
22nd Feb 2026	1 Lent (Purple)	9.00am	11.00am

Worship at Home:

God always encourages his people to gather for worship in person to receive his Word and Sacraments, however, if you’re not able to attend worship in person, you might watch one of the following:

• St Mark’s, Dalby: https://www.youtube.com/@StMarksLutheranChurchDalby

• LCA: https://www.lca.org.au/worship/wpp/churchhome/

• LCA QLD District: https://qld.lca.org.au/2022/05/10/the-streaming-keeps-flowing/

We believe Holy Communion is a special meal for baptised people who trust in Jesus as their only Saviour, are sorry for their sins, and wish to live as God intends.  As we eat the bread and drink the wine, we receive the true body and blood of Jesus Christ in a special way through our trust in his words.  Through this holy meal, Jesus gives us forgiveness, healing, new life, and salvation to sustain us in faith.  If you also trust these things together with us (and are already receiving Holy Communion at your own church), you’re welcome to participate in this meal.  If you have any questions about attending the Lord’s Supper, please see the pastor afterwards.

Our congregation is committed to ensuring the safety of children, youth, and all vulnerable people who are present at its activities.  All our volunteers who work with children and youth have current Working with children (Blue) cards and are regularly trained in child-safe practices and requirements.  If you would like to discuss the safety of any of our children, youth, or vulnerable people, please speak to the Pastor or a member of our Church Council.

Safe Place for All

Report Abuse – if you have experienced abuse or have witnessed poor behaviour from someone working for, or connected with, the Lutheran Church in Australia or New Zealand, or if you believe that someone else in the Church is at risk, is it important that you let us know.

Ph: 1800 644 628 (free call) or 0800 356 887 (New Zealand)

Email: complaints@lca.org.au 

Mail: PO Box 519, Marden SA 5070

Mobile: phone text message +61 (0) 438 320 218