Sunday 3rd May 2026 - Fifth Sunday of Easter

Readings for today

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

Prayer of the Day

(Let us pray that we love others. [silence])

Merciful Father, you have reached out to all people through your Son Jesus, who died for us all.  Encourage us to live as your chosen people and give of ourselves to others.  We ask this through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.

Readings for 10th May 2026 – (Sixth Sunday of Easter – Yr A)

Acts 17:22-31 - Paul in Athens

Psalm 66:8-20

1 Peter 3:13-22 - Suffering for doing right

John 14:15-21 - The promise of the Holy Spirit

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

Sun 24th May                      9.00am                     Chinchilla – Baptism of Tom Mitchell

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 4th             Isaiah 40:25-31

Tues 5th            Acts 5:27-39

Wed 6th             2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Thurs 7th          Ephesians 4:17-24

Fri 8th                Hebrews 9:11-15

Sat 9th               Psalm 66:8-20

Services across our Ministry Area:

Date	Sunday	Chinchilla	Miles
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 – HC – led by SMP Mike Ludwig including baptism of Tom Mitchell	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