Sunday 26th April 2026 - Fourth Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday)

Readings for today

Acts 2:42-47 - Life and worship in the apostolic church

Psalm 23

1 Peter 2:19-25 - The shepherd and bishop of our souls

John 10:1-10 - Jesus, the gate for the sheep

Prayer of the Day

(Let us pray for God's help to do his will. [silence])

God of peace, you brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep.  Equip us through his blood, which sealed the eternal covenant, with every good thing we need to do your will, and work in us what is pleasing to 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.

Readings for 3rd May 2026 – (Fifth Sunday of Easter – Yr A)

Acts 7:55-60 - The death of Stephen

Psalm 31:1-5, 15, 16

1 Peter 2:2-10 - God's chosen people, a royal priesthood

John 14:1-14 - Jesus the way to the Father

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
26th Apr & 3rd May 2026	J Redgwell W Boshammer	G Smith/W Boshammer D Forster/M Hensel	Stan (26th) Mary (3rd)
10th & 17th May 2026	L & G Smith	D Forster M Hensel	Wendy (17th)
24th & 31st May 2026	M Walsh	D Forster M Hensel	Stan (24th)
7th & 14th June 2026	C Robinson L Eising	M Eising K Kleidon	Mary (7th)
21st & 28th June 2026	D Forster M Hensel	M Eising K Kleidon	Wendy (21st) Stan (28th)
5th & 12th July 2026	S & K Kleidon	G smith W Boshammer	Mary (5th)

Coming Events & News:

Tues 5th May                      1.00pm                     Chinchilla - Friendship Club

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
Mar 2026	Doug & Jules	Lynny	Juliana	Lynny	Daryn	Dale & Lynny	Dale
Apr 2026	Doug & Jules	Lisa S	Doris	Claudia	Dale	Doug & Doris	Daryn
May 2026	Doug & Jules	Lynny	Jean	Lynny	Daryn	Ken & Jean	Dale

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 27th          Ezekiel 34:1-16

Tues 28th         Matthew 18:10-14

Wed 29th         John 10:11-18

Thurs 30th       Acts 20:25-32

Fri 1st               1 Peter 5:1-7

Sat 2nd             Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16

Services across our Ministry Area:

Date	Sunday	Chinchilla	D’fall Creek	Miles
26th April 2026	4 Easter (White)	9.00am
3rd May 2026	5 Easter (White)	9.00am		11.00am
10th May 2026	6 Easter (White)	9.30am @ the Anglican Church
17th May 2026	7 Easter (White)	9.00am		11.00am
24th May 2026	Pentecost (Red)	9.00am
31st May 2026	Trinity (White)	9.00am

 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