As we come to the end of another term and prepare for Easter, we are reminded of the deep love and compassion that is at the heart of this season. Easter is the ultimate story of love—God’s love for the world, Christ’s sacrifice, and the promise of hope and renewal.

• This year we will be praying for families in our community and their needs: Augustine, Baines, Baird, Baker, Basran, Baxter
• Give thanks for the term and the opportunities to learn and grow
• For safety and rest during the holidays
• Give thanks for the death and resurrection of Jesus and the new life we experience each day
• For the people of Myanmar as they recover from the earthquake
• For family and friends grieving the loss of loved ones

Thank You

As we reach the end of another term, I want to take a moment to say thank you. Thank you for your partnership, your support, and the way you contribute to making LORDS such a special community. It has been a term full of growth, learning, and moments worth celebrating.

We’ve seen students step out bravely, trying new things and pushing beyond their comfort zones. We’ve watched them care for one another, showing kindness in the everyday moments. These moments matter. They reflect the LORDS Ways of Learning, Being, and Doing, where curiosity, courage, and compassion shape not just what we do, but who we are.

Wishing you all a restful break and a blessed Easter. We look forward to welcoming you back next term for more moments of growth, discovery, and shared joy.

We held our Easter Worship with the Junior School focusing on ‘The Road to Joy’ and exploring the important events in the bible that led to Jesus’ death and resurrection and the real joy we can experience each day because of this.

The Secondary School focused on God’s ultimate love for us through Jesus and how we can continue to be His light in the world… ‘You were made to glow in the dark.’

Thanks to Mrs Ludcke and Chappy Jez for organising and leading our worship experiences, along with our chapel band, prayer readers, Year 9 girls, and Year 6 students.

It was a wonderful reflective and joyous opportunity to celebrate God’s great love for us.

WEEK 9

This week, we reflect on the LORDS Way of Being — a way of living that recognises the innate dignity of every person. Through service learning, we see that every act of kindness, no matter how small, affirms the worth of others.

As Dr. Seuss reminds us, “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” (Horton Hears a Who!)
This echoes the words of Micah 6:8—“Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.”

May we step into this week with open hearts, willing hands, and a deep respect for the dignity of all.

Welcome to Week 10, LORDS Community!

We’ve reached the final week of term—a time to reflect and finish well together. As we journey toward Easter, we are reminded of the LORDS Way of Being, grounded in love and compassion. Just as Christ showed love in its purest form, we are called to care for and uplift those around us.

Whether it’s a kind word, a helping hand, or simply showing patience in the busy moments, let’s finish this term by living out the love and grace we’ve been given.

“Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14

May this week be one of encouragement, gratitude, and community as we prepare to rest and renew.

Blessings for a wonderful final week of term!

Last Friday we presented badges to the 2025 SRC. The Student Representative Council (SRC) at LORDS serves as a vital platform for student leadership and representation. Its primary purpose is to give students a voice in school governance, promoting active participation in decision-making processes that affect their academic and social environment. The SRC fosters a sense of responsibility and leadership skills by involving students in organising events, addressing student concerns, and facilitating communication between the student body and the Senior Leadership Team. By representing the interests of their peers, SRC members work to improve school life, advocate for student welfare, and enhance the overall educational experience. 

Students nominated for the position and then prepared a 2-minute speech to present to their class. Following a voting process, each Pastoral Class confirmed their representative for 2025. They meet regularly with the School Captains leading their meetings. Their first task is to collect suggestions for the Bell Music for Term 2. 

Congratulations to the following students:

Two weeks ago 4 Year 11 Physics and Chemistry students attended the QUT Engineering Experience day:

Isiah O
Ryan K
Giovanni E
Georgia D

Georgia has shared some details about her experience.......

"The QUT engineering project provided an excellent introduction to the field of engineering. We started the day with a Q&A session, during which we learned about the different types of engineering, such as Mechanical, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering, and how they applied to our daily lives.

The day consisted of two interactive workshops that delved into various engineering fields. Each session pushed us to stimulate our understanding and challenged us in mathematics and science while familiarising ourselves with them.

I began my day with a workshop in chemical processing, followed by structural engineering. During this workshop, engineers described their profession and gave us a glimpse into a typical day for someone in that career. After that, for structural engineering, we were divided into small groups and assigned to build a wall of sugar cubes blocking off sand.

We had the chance to test materials, perform design calculations, and create a proposal similar to what real engineers did. If our wall received approval, we would build our solution. Lastly, our groups were judged based on whether they could support the stand at the height of a human, ultimately announcing one team as the winner. Overall, my experience with the QUT engineering project was eye-opening and inspiring. This experience got me thinking about pursuing a career in this exciting field."

We have appointed the following Year 11 Science students as University of Queensland Science Ambassadors. They will receive their badges in the next few weeks.

Georgia D
Mirabella B
Chelsey G
Isaac H
Ella S
Maya S

Their role will be to champion Science throughout the school by running Science activities and competitions for Middle and Junior Science students. They will also participate in and promote external competitions and assist in telling their own story to assist with subject selection information. Their busiest week will be National Science Week when the school will be bustling with all things Science!

A wonderful connection and service-learning opportunity for our Year 10 students. Through their Religion and Ethics assessments the Year 10 students have re-written and illustrated a biblical story. They were then able to read these stories to the Year 1 students. A great experience for everyone involved.

On Friday 28th February the Secondary School Senior Leaders attended the Grip Leadership Conference in Brisbane. The GRIP Student Leadership Conference is unique in that it concentrates specifically on training student leaders for their role as SCHOOL LEADERS. 

The style, topics, and content of this conference all focus on what the students can do RIGHT NOW. The goal is that student leaders leave the conference with a clear vision, a solid understanding, and dozens of ideas for their time as a leader. The student leaders thoroughly enjoyed the day. There was a great balance of learning and fun. It was great to see our students interacting with leaders from other schools. 

In the afternoon they attended workshops of their choice to zone in on specific issues such as how to develop strong participation in community events. The students were buzzing with ideas and are looking forward to putting these into action in Term 2.

Students in our Year 10 Industrial Technology Studies class have finished the term by completing their spice racks. Initially, the class researched existing spice rack designs, which involved analysing these designs and what made a good spice rack. Students then created their own design in Autodesk Fusion before heading into the workshop, armed with a design drawing of their design, to construct their spice rack. Finished with a coat of lacquer or paint, the class were all eager to take their spice racks home for their parents, grandparents, or other relatives to enjoy their unique designs.

🐰🌸 Year 12 & Year 1 Easter Fun! 🌸🐰

Our Year 12 students have loved reconnecting with their Year 1 buddies this term, and yesterday was extra special! 💛🐣

Together, they got creative with some fun Easter activities and shared plenty of smiles and laughter. To top it off, our seniors were excited to surprise their little buddies with a sweet Easter treat! 🍫✨

A beautiful reminder of the friendships and connections that make our school community so special. 💙💛

Year 11 Hospitality students had the privilege of visiting The Emporium, to expand their perspectives of the hospitality industry. Director of People & Culture Anita Russell shared her professional story, encouraging students to “never say no to an opportunity.”
We then toured the hotel, witnessing what makes this a 5-star hotel. The views from the pool and rooms were amazing.

This was followed by a spectacular high tea to allow students to experience the service, skills, and food presentation techniques appropriate for a high tea. We look forward to seeing them apply their learning when they deliver a high tea event in Term 2.

School Based Trainee Vacancies

First Choice College is working with local businesses to form traineeship opportunities for Gold Coast and Brisbane based students. Our School-Based Traineeship program is designed to help students gain practical skills and valuable work experience while still completing their High School studies.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

As we near the end of the term, I want to take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the incredible efforts of our students, staff, and families over the past few weeks.

A huge thank you to our teachers and our wonderful Year 12 and Year 6 student helpers for their support in making the Cross Country and Colour Run such a fantastic event. It was wonderful to see students giving their best effort and celebrating together in such a positive way.

We also want to acknowledge the hard work of our teachers in preparing and conducting the recent Three-Way Conferences. These meetings are such an important part of building strong relationships between students, families, and teachers, and we appreciate the time and care that went into making them meaningful conversations.

Over the past few weeks, we have also been focusing on The LORDS Way – Ways of Being, with an emphasis on I Can be Responsible. This ties into our cultural goal of keeping our school tidy, and we have been so pleased to see students taking ownership of their environment. Whether it's picking up rubbish, taking care of their belongings, or ensuring classrooms and shared spaces are looked after, our students and staff have put in extra effort to make a positive difference.

As we wrap up the term, we wish all of our families a blessed and safe Easter holiday break. May this be a time of rest, reflection, and joy as you spend time with loved ones. We look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready for an exciting Term 2.

Blessings,
Rebekah Bruyn

Thanks to everyone who supported our pancake fundraiser for ALWS. Our special helpers delivered the pancake packs to classrooms. We raised over $500, which means 20 vulnerable children around the world will now be able to access education, clean water, and food. Thanks for your kindness in making a real difference to people around the world through the work of ALWS (Australian Lutheran World Service)

Join the LORDS Team for Walk My Way this year
https://brisbane.alws75.org.au/cms/registration-options and use the code WMWBRISBANE100 to join our team.

The Weather Was Gloomy, But the Running Was Bright!

The Secondary School Cross Country on Thursday, 27th March, was a fantastic showcase of endurance, determination, and House spirit, with 100 students stepping up to the multi-lap challenge.

Pimpama entered the day with the highest number of sign-ups, setting the stage for an exciting and competitive event. From the first race, the intensity was clear - students pushed themselves to the limit, with close battles for top positions and outstanding displays of resilience. The cheering squads and our School Leader mascots added to the electric atmosphere.

A huge congratulations to all participants, especially to Pimpama House, who claimed the overall victory with 232 points, with Logan and Albert finishing equal 2nd place with 208 points each!

Whether it was first-time competitors embracing the challenge or experienced runners showcasing their speed, every athlete played a part in making this event a success!

A special mention to our Age Champions on the day:

A Day of Enthusiasm and Achievement.

On Tuesday, 25th March, the Year 3-6 students gathered for the highly anticipated Cross Country/Colour Run event. It was a fantastic day filled with energy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of community as students eagerly participated in the event.

One of the most remarkable aspects of the day was the incredible turnout—nearly every student from Year 3-6 took part, making it a truly phenomenal effort. The students demonstrated a great willingness to push themselves and enjoy the experience, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the event.

There were many highlights, but the standout moment was undoubtedly the incredible level of participation in the Colour Run. 

Students cheered each other on, and the excitement was palpable as they raced through the course, splashed with colourful powder along the way, adding to the fun.

A big congratulations goes out to all the Age Champions, as well as to the students who placed in the event. Your hard work and determination truly paid off. Selected students from the day will now move on to the next carnivals, with notifications being sent out by the end of the term.

Well done to all involved—your enthusiasm made the event a resounding success! We look forward to seeing how the selected students perform in the upcoming carnivals.

RESULTS ARE IN;
Congratulations to all our Age Champions!
Pimpama is leading the house points competition.

P-2 Colour Run: A Day of Fun, Fitness, and Colour!

On Wednesday 26th March, students from Prep - Year 2 took part in a lively and exciting Colour Run event. The Colour Run, an annual tradition at our school, is always a highlight of the year, and this year's event was no exception!

As the students lined up, wearing their white shirts and wide smiles, they were ready for an afternoon filled with fun, exercise, and, of course, vibrant colours! With the sound of music in the background and the energetic spirit of the kids, the atmosphere was electric. Teachers and Year 6 and 12 students lined the track, and waited with colourful powder in hand to shower the participants in a rainbow of hues.

The day itself was not about competition, but about celebrating teamwork, fitness, and joy. Every lap was met with more splashes of colour, turning the field into a canvas of reds, blues, yellows, and greens. The students encouraged each other, running, skipping, and laughing as they made their way around the track. With each burst of colour, their excitement only grew.

At the end of the event, the smiles were as bright as the colourful streaks across their clothes. The Colour Run not only gave our youngest students a chance to get active, but it also helped to build a sense of community and togetherness.

Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this fantastic event. We look forward to making even more colourful memories next year!

Another great experience for the LORDS Rugby 7s Boys and Girls teams at the Miami State High School tournament!

The girls' skill practice session was very valuable in sharpening their abilities and getting a deeper understanding of the culture and structure of the game. This will definitely help them as they continue to develop.

For the boys, going up against the 1st XV of Emmanuel, a school known for its rugby, is no easy feat, and the fact that they were tied 5-5 with only 30 seconds left shows just how hard they fought. It must have been an intense final moment, especially with the last-minute try and conversion.

Even though the final result didn't go their way, the courage and determination they displayed in staying competitive against such strong opposition is something to be proud of.

Players of the Match:

Game 1 – Reni D

Game 2 – Levi S

Game 3 – Isaiah O

Girls Volleyball was held at Coomera Indoor Sports Centre. The girls played well and grew as players and a team, winning 2 games and coming 2nd in their pool.

Thanks to Ms Alesha Stagg and Chappy Jeremy who accompanied the team.

Congratulations to Max C who competed at the Little Athletics State QLD finals.  Max came 2nd in the 800m, 2nd in the 1500m & 4th in the 400m.

He has been offered a spot in the QLD team for the national finals in Adelaide on 26th & 27th April. He will be competing in the 800m, and 1500m & relays. In the under 13’s a team of 32 where he was selected for QLD (16 boys & 16 girls).  Well done Max! We are so proud of you.

Congratulations to Hudson G who competed at the Little Athletics State QLD finals and placed:
1st Javelin
1st Discus
3rd 200m
4th 100m

He has been offered a spot in the QLD team for the national finals in April. Congratulations Hudson! We are very proud of you!

Congratulations to Ciaran F was selected in the 12 years Pacific Districts team for Rugby League.

He attended the South Coast Regional trials with this team and won a place in the South Coast Regional team to compete in the State Championships at Burleigh Heads in April.

This is a fantastic achievement by Ciaran. Congratulations! We are so proud of you.

Congratulations to Daly K was selected in the under12 years Pacific Districts team for Rugby League. He attended the South Coast Regional trials with this team and won a place in the South Coast Regional team to compete in the State Championships at Burleigh Heads in April. Congratulations Daly! We are so proud of you.

Our champion swimmer, Hanna R, swam 4 events at Queensland Representative School Sport.

2nd in 200m Breaststroke

4th in 50m and 100m Breaststroke

11th in 200m Individual Medley

Hanna qualified for the QLD team to compete at School Nationals in July. She also qualified for 4 events for the Australian Age Championship in April.

Congratulations Hanna! We are very proud of you. Good luck for the next competitions!

Jack K was selected for the Under 12y Pacific Districts Team for AFL after he played in the South Coast Regional Trials on Tuesday 1st April.

Congratulations to Jack on this awesome achievement. We are very proud of you.

Strings
In our class sessions, we've seen significant growth in our String students from Year 3 to 5. They’ve displayed strong enthusiasm and a great ability to either adapt to a new instrument or enhance their existing skills. The students are rewarded with Music Dollars which they save up for the end of the year to purchase something from the Music shop organised by Mrs Coles.

The strings students celebrated the last lesson of the Term with a Tim Tam party. This is a Strings tradition, and all the students come together at the end of the term to enjoy a delicious Tim Tam.

Concert Band
Our Concert Band students are fully engaged in learning new pieces, mastering new instruments, and refining their skills this term. It's inspiring to witness them encouraging their friends to join the concert band. We look forward to seeing all the progress and musical talent in the coming terms.

We are excited to offer a new Performing Arts polo shirt for students to wear at performances.
The shirt costs $41.59, which covers the shirt, printing, and postage. It is optional, and students may still wear their regular sports polo if you choose not to order. To order, please click here and enter the password - 202428.

Orders must be placed by Monday 14th April. Once the order period closes, the shirt will not be available for purchase again this year. The shirts will be delivered to LORDS as a bulk order, and we will advise when they are ready for collection.

Sizing tends to run small, so please be careful when selecting a size. Sample shirts are available for try on in the Music room, and you can drop by anytime with your child to try them on.

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Steven Days at steven.days@lords.qld.edu.au or Mrs. Ashleigh Frazer at ashleigh.frazer@lords.qld.edu.au.

We're thrilled to provide all the details about our Music ensembles. Please see the information below:
For more information, please visit our Performing Arts website by clicking here.

Junior Ensemble Opportunities:

• Piccolo Choir: Tuesdays, 12.45pm to 1.25pm
• Bronze Strings: Tuesdays, 2.20pm to 2.50pm
• Bel Canto Choir: Wednesdays, 7.45am to 8.30am
• Junior Concert Band: Wednesday, 7.45am to 8.45am
• Junior Strings Ensemble: Thursdays, 7.45am to 8.45am

Senior Ensemble Opportunities:
• Senior Strings Ensemble: Tuesdays, 7.45am to 8.45am
• Senior School Choir: Tuesday, 12.45pm to 1.25pm
• Gold Strings: Wednesdays, 7.30am to 8.30am
• Silver Strings: Wednesdays, 8.30am to 9.00am
• Senior Concert Band: Wednesdays, 12.45pm to 1.25pm
• Senior Vocal Ensemble: Fridays, 12.45pm to 1.25pm

Private Lessons offered at LORDS for the below Instruments

• Brass (Euphonium, Trombone, Trumpet)
• Woodwind (Clarinet, Flute, Alto and Tenor Saxophone)
• Drumkit
• Guitar (Electric, Acoustic, Bass)
• PianoStrings (Cello, Viola, Violin)
• Voice (Choir, Senior Ensemble)

If you wish to sign up, please click here. We look forward to seeing you in our ensembles or Private lessons!

The Scene Project is a state-wide theatre project facilitated by Queensland Theatre. Students take ownership and are involved in all facets of the creative process of performance making, from rehearsal through to presentation. It acknowledges young people as artists and encourages the making, presenting, viewing and responding to live performance in a professional space and manner.

LORDS students participate in this project each year as part of the Year 10 Drama class work. Extra-Curricular ensemble cast members are also a part of the performance team.

The show for 2025 is Recalibrate written by regular performers at LORDS Shock Therapy Arts. The show explores the question dreaded by most teens around the world: “So, what are you going to do for the REST OF YOUR LIFE!?”. Three protagonists attempt to reckon with that question and find a sense of purpose on Earth in 2025.

The play will explore existential questions around deriving meaning from what we do, the luxury of choice and who we are versus what we do, in a light-hearted and quirky way.

If you love performing and would like to be a part of this project, see Mrs Sullivan.

The Visual Arts Department is excited to announce a Mindful Colouring Competition for all students in Year 7 to 12! Stay tuned for more details in Week 1 – watch this space!

We would love to welcome the newest member of the Performing Arts department, Laura Guiton, Laura is our new Brass Tutor.

If you would like your child to have Private Brass lessons with Laura, please click here.
Laura is an experienced horn specialist and graduate from the Conservatorium of Music, studying under Peter Luff and Ysolt Clark. She is currently a brass tutor at LORDS, San Sisto College, St. Andrew’s Anglican College, and St Rita’s, as well as running a successful horn studio based in Brisbane. Laura loves teaching brass and encouraging young musicians to find lifelong joy, and emotional connection and exploration in music.

Laura has performed with QSO and Gold Coast Pops. She featured as a soloist in Noosa Chorale’s 2013 performance of Karl Jenkin’s ‘Requiem’ and held the title of Yamaha Australian National Band Championships French Horn Champion in both 2009 and 2019.

ANZAC DAY EVENTS 2025

ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE
Friday 25th April 2025
Woongoolba Bowls Club
324 Cabbage tree Point Road, STEIGLITZ 4207
4.45am for a 5.00am start

ANZAC DAY SERVICE - Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama
Friday 25th April 2025
UNITING CHURCH War Memorial, 246 Creek Street Pimpama
8.30am

LORDS ANZAC DAY Services
Wednesday 23rd April 2025
8.30am-9.00am Secondary at the COLA
9.30am-10.00am Primaryat the COLA

Our Japanese friends from Kokushikan High School are very excited to join LORDS again this year for their homestay and we are now recruiting host families to make their time in Australia very special!

Would your family be willing to host a student and share your family lifestyle with them?

The Japanese students arrive on Monday, 21st July, and leave Sunday, 3rd August. They are aged between 14 and 17 years old and will attend classes at LORDS during their stay, as well as sightseeing in Brisbane city and on the Gold Coast.

As a host family, you will be asked to provide meals, transport to and from school, and a room for your homestay student. Members of your household must also apply for a Blue Card, if they are over 18 years old. (It is free, and LORDS can help with the process.)

You will receive a payment of $780 from International Student Services to assist with the cost of hosting a student.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or are ready to sign up to host, please click here for details, and the application form link is below.

You can contact Jenny Van Engelen (7-12 Japanese teacher) or Bessie Kammoora (P-6 Japanese teacher) if you have any questions and submit the completed application form to them via reply email. There is a SUBMIT button on the PDF Form.

Find out about Bluecard requirements

Outside School Hours & Vacation Care

Before and After School Care is available on site at LORDS Monday to Friday excluding Public Holidays.

Please contact the coordinator Amanda Johnson at lords.oshc@qlecs.org.au for details. For change of bookings please text 0437 519 754.

Uniform Purchases at The School Locker

LORDS uniforms are available at The School Locker, 3892 Pacific Highway, Loganholme Phone 3440 9701.

Our uniform policy for 2025 is located here

Second Hand LORDS Uniforms

Sustainable School Shop enables parents to buy and sell second-hand LORDS uniform items online.

To search for items in the Sustainable School Shop go to: http://www.sustainableschoolsh...

School Office

Our office hours are between 8.00am – 4.00pm, Monday to Friday with the exception of Public Holidays.

School Policies

You can access our Child Protection Policy and Grievance Policy on our website or a hard copy at Reception in the Administration Building.

Tuckshop

Our Tuckshop on Wheels operates for morning tea and lunch on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Orders are to be placed online via Flexischools prior to 8.15 am each day. Students from Years 7 - 12 and staff may purchase over the counter with cash or eftpos at break times. We do not allow Junior School students to purchase items over the counter. All Junior School orders must be placed using Flexischools.

http://www.flexischools.com.au...

The LORDS Parent Handbook can now be accessed by logging into Parent Portal and looking under Parent Forms.

Alberton Lutheran Parish

Phone: 0490 456 624

St Peters (Alberton, Alberton Rd): 8.00am

Bethlehem (Stapylton-Jacobs Well Rd, Woongoolba): 9.30am

Bethesda Lutheran Church Divine Service

Phone: (07) 3807 6600

(81 City Rd, Beenleigh)

8:30am HC every Sunday

Pastor David Haak

Bethania Lutheran Church

Phone: (07) 3200 5357

(5-17 Church Rd, Bethania): 9am

Pastor Peter Laihia

Our Business Directory is now live on our website.

Please click here to access it.

Disclaimer: Information provided in the online directory or advertising pages on this website is intended to provide a guide to businesses, organizations, and resources that support the faith-based community. LORDS or any of its employees neither endorse, warrant, nor guarantee the products or services advertised in the directory or on any website page.  The information provided in each listing on this website is published as obtained from external sources that provide the information.