St John the Baptist Orthodox Mission, Toowoomba

17/05/2026

This week we had the joy of baptising a new baby in our parish. Congratulations to the parents and may God grant them many years!

11/05/2026

Last week's sermon has been uploaded to our YouTube channel! Here Father Erich discusses the story of the Samaritan Woman and the lessons we can take on in our journeys with Christ to grow as Orthodox Christians.

In particular, he discusses the role of the Holy Spirit and how He helps us grow closer to God. This is a particularly valuable for our catechumens as we begin this year's series of catechism lectures.

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In this sermon, Father Erich discusses the story of the Samaritan Woman and the lessons we can take on in our journeys with Christ to grow as Orthodox Christ...

05/05/2026

Catechism classes will be beginning this weekend on 10th May.

These lectures are traditionally held in the lead-up to baptisms, preparing our catechumans with all the essential knowledge we require. While largley designed for catechumans, anyone is welcome to join.

If you are a new visitor and would like to learn more about the Orthodox Church, this is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and engage with real in-person discussions.

Those attending are encouraged to brush up on last year's recordings, which can be seen on our YouTube channel below: 👇
https://youtu.be/D6_RFqJrGNE?si=RFxTqwHdK1_j8f0t

30/04/2026

Father Erich's latest sermon has been uploaded to our YouTube channel.

Typically the second week after Pascha is observed in our liturgical calendar by celebrating the three Myrrh-bearing Women, who visit Christ's tomb after the Sabbath to annoint his body with spices and fragrances.

In this sermon, Father Erich discusses the story of the Myrrh-bearing Women and how it speaks to the role that women have played in the Church, juxtaposed against modern secular attitudes.

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Sermon 26 April - The Myrrh-bearing Women

26/04/2026

Did you know we have a YouTube channel? On our new channel you can listen to recorded sermons and watch our catechism lectures.

In the lead-up to our upcoming catechism series in May, you can access all ten audio recordings of last year's lectures to brush up on material. You can view those lectures here: 👇
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXMP1_RJSgh5qwpP28gtgvkD40cGw9fI9&si=B9lHoQP2qgJpPanP

Subscribe to the channel and hit the bell 🔔 notification to be notified when new recordings drop!

23/04/2026

20/04/2026

It was our pleasure to join our fellow clergy and the wider Southern Queensland Orthodox community in Brisbane last week. ☦

Clergy of the Northern Deanery, following the Paschal Vespers, held on 12 April 2026 at St Nicholas Cathedral.
Christ is Risen!