Who we are and what we believe
The Christian Lawyers Society Inc (CLS) is a community of Christians striving to serve Jesus within the legal profession. We focus on fellowship and support of Christian legal professionals and the Christians who require legal assistance. Membership is by applying and accepting our statement of faith. We look forward to your involvement in our many events. Read more about our activities in our News section
History
We commenced in 2000 and our inaugural president was the late Honourable Bruce McPherson. Our patron was the former Chief Justice, the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, CVO, QC, until he became the 26th governor of Queensland.
Current
Our Patron
The Honourable Justice Debra Mullins AO and President of the Court of Appeal (Queensland).
Our Executive
- President – David Cormack
- Secretary – Chris Mills
- Treasurer – Reece Morrison
- Axel Beard
- Doug Sparkes
Statement of Faith
We are a non-denominational fellowship and ascribe to the Apostle’s Creed:
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
Maker of heaven and earth,
And in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord,
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, died and was buried.
He descended into hell.
On the third day he rose again from the dead,
He ascended into heaven,
And is seated at the right hand of the Father almighty,
From there he shall come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
The holy catholic church,
The communion of saints,
The forgiveness of sins,
The resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.
Amen.
Amos 5:24
But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!
How to join CLS
Membership is by applying and accepting our statement of faith as expressed in the Apostle’s Creed.