Jul2018
Faith puts focus on Christ
by Rev John Henderson
Writing five centuries ago in another age, with all the differences in language and culture that means, Petrus Herbert nails it when he describes Christian faith.
Jun2018
Ascension – key to mission
by Rev John Henderson
Thirty-nine days after Easter, and 10 days before Pentecost, Christians mark Ascension Day.
May2018
Living God’s love
by Rev John Henderson
‘Where love comes to life’ was the theme of the 2013 LCA General Convention of Synod. Today it is our church’s ‘tagline’, repeated almost anywhere one sees the LCA logo.
Apr2018
The most important message
by Rev John Henderson
For several years I subscribed to Facebook. It was a way of keeping me in touch with people I cared about but whom I rarely saw face to face.
Mar2018
Easter 2018
by Bishop John Henderson
They killed him by hanging him on a cross, but God raised him from the dead on the third day and caused him to be seen. (Acts 10:39–40 NIV) Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In these few words the book of Acts lays out the bare bones of Easter. They (human beings) killed… Read more
Mar2018
Harmony Day 2018 (Australia)
by Bishop John Henderson
Australia first observed ‘Harmony Day’ on 21 March 1999. Carrying the message ‘Everyone belongs’, Harmony Day encourages Australians of all ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds to participate in their community, get to know one other, and understand and trust each other, respecting our cultural and religious differences. Acknowledging each other and our diversity helps us… Read more
Mar2018
A season of growth
by Rev John Henderson
When you read this Heartland it is likely to be the season of Lent. While most Christian seasons and festivals feature less in our lives than they once did, Lent has managed to hang on.
Feb2018
It’s all about Jesus
by Rev John Henderson
The church introduced me to Jesus when I was quite young. I didn’t live in a particularly Christian society, but on Sundays I was there when believers gathered to be forgiven, listened to the word and joined in prayer.
Jan2018
Australia Day
An Australia Day message for Australian members of the LCA/NZ This Friday our political and community leaders are encouraging Australians to think of more than just taking a day off work. They tell us it is a day for reflecting on what it means to be Australian thinking about the values we want to shape… Read more
Dec2017
Christmas 2017
‘And with this Word, God created all things. Nothing was made without the Word. Everything that was created received its life from him, and his life gave light to everyone. The light keeps shining in the dark, and darkness has never put it out (John 1:3–5 CEV).’ A star shining in the night sky is… Read more
