Pastor Wilhelm Stern

Two bible verses are important to my work and my vision for the congregation.

Jesus said: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20). And in 1 Corinthians 12, Paul speaks about the congregation. He uses the body as a symbol of congregational unity and writes: “If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.” (Verse 26).

It is my mission, within my congregation, to bring the good news of Jesus Christ to the people. God showed us his love through Jesus Christ. This love applies to people of all races and classes, as well as the young and old. This is what I would like my congregation to experience. Building a strong foundation in Christ enables us to bear responsibility for one another and the world around us. We can do this with ease and confidence thanks to Jesus’ promise that he would be with us all of our days.

About myself: I was born and raised in Africa. After completing my studies in Germany, I became the pastor in Markoldendorf, Lower Saxony. I am happily married with three adult children and two granddaughters gifted to me by God. I have been living in Australia since 1990.