Sunday 1st November 2026 - Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost
Readings for today
Revelation 7:9-17 - Saints around the throne of God
Psalm 34:1-10, 22
1 John 3:1-3 - We are God's children
Matthew 5:1-12 - The beatitudes
Prayer of the Day
Lord, you are the crown and reward of all your saints. Lead us to follow their steps and live as your people and bring us to eternal joy with you. We ask this through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
8th November – Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25 - Israel promises to serve the Lord
Psalm 78:1-7
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 - Questions about the Lord's coming
Matthew 25:1-13 - Parable of the wise and foolish girls
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray for faithfulness until Christ's return. [silence])
Awaken us, Lord, so that when your Son comes, we may be ready to receive him with joy and serve you with clean hearts. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Ministry Area Announcements:
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 |
1st & 8th Nov 2026 | D Forster M Hensel | M Eising K Kleidon | Wendy (1st) |
15th & 22nd Nov 2026 | S & K Kleidon | M Eising K Kleidon | Mary (15th) Stan (22nd) |
29th Nov & 6th Dec 2026 | J Redgwell W Boshammer | M Eising - K Kleidon G Smith – W Boshammer |
Wendy (6th) |
13th & 20th Dec 2026 | L & G Smith | G Smith W Boshammer |
Mary (20th) |
Coming Events & News:
Tues 3rd Nov 1.00pm Chinchilla – Friendship Club
Wed 11th Nov 9.00am Chinchilla – Women’s Fellowship
(Bible Study – Matthew 25:1-13)
Tues 1st Dec 1.00pm Chinchilla – Friendship Club
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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15th November – Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Judges 4:1-7 - Deborah, one of the judges
Psalm 123
1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 - Be ready for the Lord's coming
Matthew 25:14-30 - The parable of the talents
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray to be ready for Christ's return. [silence])
Help us, Lord Jesus Christ, to wait for you, to wish for you, and to watch for you, so that when you come again you will find us ready. For you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
22nd November – Last Sunday of the Church Year
Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 - The Lord himself will be the Shepherd King
Psalm 100
Ephesians 1:15-23 - Christ reigns at God's right hand
Matthew 25:31-46 - The King's final judgment
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray for confidence in the Day of Judgment. [silence])
Merciful Saviour, you have taught us that those who believe in you will not be condemned but have already passed from death to life. Give us faith in your forgiveness, so that we fearlessly wait for the time when you set us completely free. For you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
29th November – First Sunday of Advent – Yr B
Isaiah 64:1-9 - Open the heavens and come down!
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
1 Corinthians 1:3-9 - As you wait for Christ's return
Mark 13:24-37 - No one knows the day or the hour
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray that we remain alert for the coming of the Lord. [silence])
Jesus, Son of God, you have promised to return at a time that no one knows. Keep us watchful in prayer and strong in faith as we wait for you to come. For you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
6th December – Second Sunday of Advent – Yr B
Isaiah 40:1-11 - Prepare the way of the Lord
Psalm 85:1, 2, 8-13
2 Peter 3:8-15a - The day of the Lord
Mark 1:1-8 - John the Baptist prepares the way
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray that we are ready for Christ's coming. [silence])
Merciful God, you sent your messengers to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation. Turn us away from our sins, so that we greet our coming redeemer, Jesus Christ, with joy. For he lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Daily Bible Readings:
Mon 2nd Ezekiel 17:22-24 Mon 9th Isaiah 54:10-17
Tues 3rd Mark 9:33-37 Tues 10th Luke 13:22-30
Wed 4th Luke 14:7-11 Wed 11th Philippians 2:12-18
Thurs 5th Luke 18:9-14 Thurs 12th Hebrews 10:32-39
Fri 6th Romans 16:17-27 Fri 13th Revelation 3:1-6
Sat 7th Psalm 70 Sat 14th Psalm 90:1–8, 12
Mon 16th Isaiah 65:17-25 Mon 23rd Genesis 19:15-29
Tues 17th Matthew 24:15-28 Tues 24th Romans 2:1-16
Wed 18th 1 John 2:18-23 Wed 25th 2 Corinthians 4:16 – 5:10
Thurs 19th 1 John 4:1-6 Thurs 26th Revelation 2:1-11
Fri 20th Jude 17-25 Fri 27th Revelation 20:11 – 21:1
Sat 21st Psalm 95:1-7a Sat 28th Psalm 80:1–7, 17–19
Mon 30th Numbers 24:15-18 Thurs 3rd Luke 17:22-37
Tues 1st Joel 3:16-21 Fri 4th Romans 13:11-14
Wed 2nd Micah 4:4-7 Sat 5th Psalm 85:1, 2, 8–13
Services across our Ministry Area:
Date | Sunday | Chinchilla | Miles |
1st Nov 2026 | All Saints (White) | 9.00am – Pastor Joel Pukallus | 11.00am |
8th Nov 2026 | 24 Pentecost (Green) | 9.30am @ the Anglican Church |
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15th Nov 2026 | 21 Pentecost (Green) | 9.00am | 11.00am |
22nd Nov 2026 | 22 Pentecost (Green) | 9.00am |
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29th Nov 2026 | 1 Advent (Violet) | 9.00am@ the Uniting Church |
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6th Dec 2026 | 2 Advent (Violet) | 9.00am – Pastor Joel Pukallus | 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 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.
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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
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