Community News

Did you know that the ‘step-down’ approach to mental health care was pioneered by the Lutheran congregation in Nambour 50 years ago? Read the story of this special anniversary.

Christmas Blessings have been overflowing over the past few years into Lutheran Drought Aid Qld (LDAQ) with goods kindly and thoughtfully donated by various committees and congregations within the LCAQD.

At the end of 2021, after five years of outstanding Christian Service as Executive Director of Lutheran Education Queensland (LEQ) and almost nine years prior to that as Assistant Director, Dennis Mulherin will be stepping down from the role. Tim Kotzur reflects on his impact…

If the young people in your church could be honest with you for half an hour about the joy and struggles of their life, what would they talk about? If they were to… Read more

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations (UN) recognised day held on 3 December each year to celebrate the contributions and achievements of people with disability…. Read more

Eight months after he left us, Christian Stern is still changing lives. Before he died, the former St James Hervey Bay teacher shared his dream of getting his community involved… Read more

The Joint Churches Domestic Violence Prevention Project (JCDVPP) Queensland has launched a resource booklet for clergy and laity, ‘The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: Questions Women ask about Relationships and Christian Beliefs.’

Last weekend the Replenish retreat at Luther Heights resumed with a bang, as 35 women tested the ensuited rooms at Ocean Outlook, Luther Heights, and tried some new retreat options.

Each September, many Christian churches around the world celebrate the Season of Creation.  This a time to thank and praise God for the bountiful creation that has been provided to… Read more

God’s love comes to life through care ministries every single day in our Lutheran congregations, aged-care and community services. This year, the LCANZ invites your congregation to celebrate this Christian care by setting aside one Sunday to acknowledge, bless and honour those people.