Sunday 29th March 2026 - Palm Sunday

Readings for Today

Matthew 21:1-11 - Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem

Psalm 118:1, 2, 19-29

Isaiah 50:4-9a - The obedience of the Lord's servant

Psalm 31:9-16

Philippians 2:5-11 - Christ - obedient servant and exalted Lord

Matthew 27:11-54 - Jesus' suffering and death

Prayer of the Day

(Let us pray for humility. [silence])

Loving Father of all, your only Son came as a servant and was obedient all the way to his death on the cross.  Make us humble like Christ and bring us to be with him in his glory.  For he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.

Readings for 2nd April 2026 – (Maundy Thursday – Yr A)

Exodus 12:1-4, 11-14 - The institution of the Passover

Psalm 116:1, 2, 12-19

1 Corinthians 11:23-26 - The institution of the Lord's supper

John 13:1-17, 31b-35 - Jesus washes his disciples' feet

Readings for 3rd April 2026 – (Good Friday – Yr A)

Isaiah 52:13 - 53:12 - The Suffering Servant of God

Psalm 22

Hebrews 10:16-25 - Jesus, our priest and sacrifice

John 18:1 - 19:42 - The passion according to St John

Readings for 5th April 2026 – (Easter Sunday – Yr A)

Jeremiah 31:1-6 - God will rebuild Jerusalem

Psalm 118:1, 2, 14-24

Acts 10:34-43 - Summary of Jesus' life and ministry

John 20:1-18 - Mary finds the tomb empty and Jesus appears to her

Ministry Area Announcements:

Sunday 12th April              10.00am                   Parish Service followed by Parish AGM (Chinchilla)

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
22nd, 29th Mar & 5th Apr 2026	D Forster M Hensel	M Eising/K Kleidon G Smith/W Boshammer	Stan (22nd) Mary (5th)
12th & 19th Apr 2026	S & K Kleidon	G Smith W Boshammer	Wendy (19th)
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)

Coming Events & News:

ALWS donation on Easter Sunday: 5th April (in a marked envelope)

Lutheran Services donation: 19th April (in marked envelope)

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

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 30th          John 12:1-11;

Tues 31st         John 12:20-36;

Wed 1st            John 13:21-32

Thurs 2nd        John 13:1-17, 31b-35;

Fri 3rd              John 18:1 – 19:42;

Sat 4th             Matthew 27:57-66;

Services across our Ministry Area:

Date	Sunday	Chinchilla	D’fall Creek	Miles
29th Mar 2026	Palm Sunday (Purple)	9.30am at the Uniting Church	11.00am
3rd April 2026	Good Friday (Black)	9.00am at the Anglican church
5th April 2026	Easter Sunday (White)	9.00am HC	11.00am	11.00am
12th April 2026	2 Easter (White)	10.00am Parish Service followed by Parish AGM (Chinchilla)
19th April 2026	3 Easter (White)	9.00am		11.00am
26th April 2026	4 Easter (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