Spirit of the Reformation

Community seminar free to the public

Clarkson WA • 19 September 2026

Clarkson Community Centre Auditorium
7 Ainsbury Parade, Clarkson WA 6030
10am – 2:30pm (includes free lunch)

nless I am convinced by testimonies of the Holy Scripture or evident reason (for I believe neither in the pope nor councils alone, since it has been established that they have often erred and contradicted themselves), I am bound by the Scriptures adduced by me, and my conscience has been taken captive by the Word of God, and I am neither able nor willing to recant, since it is neither safe nor right to act against conscience. God help me. Amen.

~ Martin Luther, 1521.

Luther and the Reformation

How did an unknown monk in a rural village transform Christian history? What were the issues? How did Martin Luther stand so strong? And how did he spread his message across Europe? This presentation will inspire and encourage you in your spiritual journey.

Forgiveness Full and Free

Have you ever felt that the Christian life is too hard? That you are not good enough? This presentation reveals the most important discovery from the Reformation. A picture of God’s gift of eternal life was painted by Luther’s artist Lucas Cranach, a picture Luther described as ‘a picture of comfort’ in a challenging world.

Spirit of the Reformation

What happened after the death of Luther? Did the Reformation continue or did the followers of Luther stand still. The spirit of the Reformation is one of continual growth in Jesus and the Scriptures. This presentation traces the history of the church from Luther until now, providing insights into our greatest need today.

The Presenter

Neale Schofield is a Christian pastor and historian with a special interest in the visual arts, particularly in the work of Van Gogh. Having earned his Ph.D. from the School of History at the University of St Andrews, Scotland, he currently serves as a consultant at the university. Previously, Neale completed a Master’s degree in Christianity and the Arts at King’s College London in collaboration with The National Gallery, London. Neale has been featured in the Masterstroke television series on several local and international broadcasts.