Community News

In Far North Queensland, where there are two Lutheran parishes, the ‘tyranny of distance’ is something to genuinely be reckoned with.

With only a few months to go until the upcoming Convention of the Synod, we are seeking volunteers to assist in a range of roles to ensure the event runs smoothly and successfully.

As of 1 April 2026 certain types of organisations, including churches, are required under law to comply with 10 Queensland Child Safe Standards.

Wujal Wujal is the home of the Kuku Yalanji, Kuku Nyungul and Jalunji clans – the ‘rainforest people,’ who are the traditional owners and custodians of the area.

Queensland Lutheran congregations built the aged care and community services that today form Lutheran Services.

What do you do when you are facing the most destructive cyclone in 100 years?  That was the question when TC Narelle barrelled towards Coen.

After years of uncertainty following COVID-19 lock-downs that limited access to prisons nationwide, Kairos Prison Ministry Australia is now experiencing its strongest season in decades.

Entry to the Synod Art Competition is being made easier for rural and remote artists, with more ways to make submissions from afar.

Pastor David Spanagel shares some of the latest news from our Far North Queensland congregations – this time from Hope Vale.

ALWS invites you to meet Mary Obara. who leads our Lutheran church’s international aid work in Kenya and Somalia. Mary wants to say ‘asante’, meaning thank you, to you!