LCAQD Convention of the Synod 2026

LCAQD Convention of the Synod

At our annual Convention of the Synod, delegates and visitors gather to celebrate who we are and where we've been in the past year. As the agencies of the Lutheran Church Queensland District, we gather together to discern, through prayer and conversation, where God may be leading us in the years ahead.

So while it's our District’s Annual General Meeting, the opportunity to worship together and to connect over food and conversation is just as important for the health of the LCAQD as the business decisions.

2026 LCAQD Convention of the Synod announced

We’re pleased to share that the District Church Board has confirmed the dates for the 58th LCAQD Convention of the Synod.

The convention will take place from Friday 5 June to Sunday 7 June 2026 at St Andrew’s Lutheran College, Tallebudgera on the beautiful Gold Coast.

Please take note of the timing schedule below:

Friday 5 June: Registrations open 7:30am; Synod business 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday 6 June: Registrations open 7:30am; Synod business 8:30am – 5:00pm
Sunday 7 June: Sunday morning worship: 9:00am (no further business after worship). You are invited to join us for morning tea after the service, at St Andrew's Lutheran Church.

Bookings have now closed

Please contact Linda Thomson with any queries about your booking.
E: linda.thomson@qld.lca.org.au or 07 3512 7284.

Synod Livestream

For those unable to attend in person, the Synod sessions will be live-streamed at this link.

Governance Change Program update sessions and Synod sessions for beginners

Ahead of the 2026 Convention of the Synod, the LCAQD Office has hosted online sessions covering Governance Change Program updates and information for delegates who are new to the Synod process.

To view the Governance Change Program Congregation Update Session, go to https://vimeo.com/1192090786

To view the Synod delegate training, go to https://vimeo.com/1191743946

We encourage delegates to attend the sessions most relevant to their needs as they prepare for the convention.

Friday night dinner function speaker

Making your mark: The St Andrews Journey

Mr Luke Schoff is the fifth Principal of St Andrews Lutheran College, bringing more than two decades of experience as a values-driven educational leader across Lutheran schools in Australia and international schools in Japan and China.

Luke holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of South Australia and postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership from Australian Catholic University. Before returning to St Andrews — the College where he began his career — Luke served as Principal of St James Lutheran College, Hervey Bay, and previously as Deputy Principal at Immanuel Primary School in Adelaide.

Grounded in servant leadership, Luke is deeply committed to nurturing each student’s God‑given abilities and inspiring young people to serve others with confidence, compassion, and purpose. Outside of school, Luke enjoys honing his home‑chef skills, supporting the road and track cycling pursuits of his two sons, and cheering on Carlton in the AFL (they need it!).

Luke will be joined by St Andrews’ founding Principal, Mr Wolf Stuetzel (1992–1999). Together, they will share insights into the St Andrews journey, in a conversation ably facilitated by Lutheran Education Australia Executive Director, Ms Jodie Hoff.

Enjoy exceptional coffee at the Synod

Proudly Sponsored by LLL Australia

LLL Australia is delighted to bring Mowbray Coffee Co. to the 2026 convention, serving premium, barista-crafted coffee throughout the event.

Their talented baristas use only the finest ingredients, preparing their signature Mowtown Speciality Roast with a choice of delicious milks. Every cup is made with care, flavour, and consistency to keep you refreshed across the busy convention program.

The Mowbray coffee carts don’t just look impressive — they’re designed to deliver outstanding coffee and exceptional service that’s sure to delight every guest.

Mowbray Coffee Co. is also committed to doing good while serving great coffee. As an Ecobiz Star Partner, Mowbray proudly leads with sustainable practices, composting all coffee grounds at a local community garden and use home-compostable cups and lids at every event.

'Great coffee, thoughtfully made — we can’t wait to serve you!'

Synod volunteers needed

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.

The Convention relies on the generous support of such volunteers to fill a number of roles, including assisting with registrations, supporting delegates and visitors, and helping behind the scenes across the venue. Your time and willingness to serve will make a significant difference.

If you are able to assist in any capacity, please click on the link below to register your interest and nominate a role, (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn't work): https://volunteersignup.org/4XYFE

If you require further information, you can contact Event Coordinator Linda Thomson at linda.thomson@qld.lca.org.au

Synod date claimers

2026: 5 June - 7 June Tallebudgera

2027: 4 June - 6 June Greater Brisbane area

Archive of Past Synods | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |

Synod resolutions from congregations

Submit a resolution by no later than 24 April 2026:

Have a question or need some help?

Phone: 07 3512 7284
Email: linda.thomson@qld.lca.org.au

LCAQD Synod 2026

Details last updated 5/2/2026 - please note these details will be updated as they come to hand. Please check back regularly.

Date, Location & Theme

Where: The 58th LCAQD Convention of the Synod will be held from 5 June -7 June 2026 at St Andrew’s Lutheran College, Tallebudgera.

Click here for a floorplan of the Synod space.

This year’s theme is ‘Open Door to Spiritual Renewal: Reborn in Water, Renewed by the Spirit', based on Titus 3:5.

Parking: A map of the college showing parking spaces and ramp access to the auditorium/multi purpose hall is below, or you can download it here.

Synod Program

Synod Offering

The 2026 Convention of the Synod offering will be directed to the United in Hope Far North Queensland Lutheran Ministries Appeal to enable ministry support to the parishes of Cairns, Hope Vale and Wujal Wujal.

Offerings can be made via this link:

https://cairnslutheran.org.au/index.php/fnq-ministry

In the Comments box please include: Your name/congregation name and 'Synod Offering'.

EFT payments can also be made to the following account:

Name: LCAQD Events
BSB: 704942
Acc: 100817580
Ref: Your name/congregation name/Synod Off.

If you transfer money using either method, please email bookkeeper@qld.lca.org.au to notify Sandra of your payment.

Friday Night Dinner Function

Book of Reports & Video Reports

The 2026 Book of Reports is available to view and download here.

The Synod Supplement Reports are available here.

The Popular Report will be available later in June 2026.

Video Presentations: Delegates, please view and familiarise yourselves with the following presentations prior to the Question and Answer sessions with the corresponding departments at Synod, once they are uploaded:

Report from Lutheran Youth Queensland is available here.

Report from Lutheran Services is available here.

Report from Lutheran Education Queensland is available here.

DPC Code of Conduct Proposal

Update letters

Synod Bookings

Bookings will open from Monday 30 March 2026. Please note, we have changed to a new event
booking platform this year, and the booking link you choose will depend on your role at Convention. Delegates, please read the communiqués in the 'Update Letters' section of the drop-down menu, for further information and booking links.

CRITICAL UPDATE - Bookings have now closed.

Numbers must be provided to Surfers Paradise Golf Club for Friday night’s event and for catering for the Convention of the Synod at least two weeks in advance (accounting for the ordering and planning times), so all bookings for the 2026 Convention of the Synod and the Friday Night Dinner Function will close strictly at 8:00am on Monday May 25. Unfortunately, after this time and date we CANNOT accommodate any further bookings either for the Synod or the Friday Night Dinner Function. Please, please do not wait until the last minute to book! It will not be possible to pay on the day.

Have a question or need some help?

Phone: 07 3511 4000
Email: district@qld.lca.org.au

Council & Board Nominations

Nominations for Boards, Councils and Committees

Members of LCAQD governing bodies are elected by the LCAQD Synod. Between Synod assemblies, casual vacancies are filled by the LCAQD District Church Board.

For queries about nominations, please email Nominations Committee chair at chair_noms@qld.lca.org.au.

For more detailed information, please go to https://qld.lca.org.au/nominations-and-appointments/

Electronic Voting at Synod

LCAQD Synod will be using Vero Voting for some of the proposals placed before the Convention of the Synod. To enable this, you must bring your own smart device (smart phone, Wi-Fi enabled tablet or laptop) that can access a website on the internet. You will need to have this with you each day of convention so that you can log in to vote.

On the Friday and Saturday mornings of the Convention, each registered Synod delegate will receive a text message and an email with a unique voting link for each day. This link will be the avenue to participate in the voting during the sessions.

If any technical voting issues are experienced during the Convention, there will be volunteers in the main auditorium that can assist.

We ask that all Synod delegates bring charging devices to the Convention each day. Charging stations will be available to use in the main auditorium.

Accommodation & Tourism Activities

Governance Change Program

2026 Synod Art Competition

2026 LLL Synod Art Competition

Entry to the 2026 LLL Synod Art Competition has now closed.

The Lutheran Lay People’s League in conjunction with the Lutheran Church of Australia Qld District are excited to share a record 77 submissions across all age categories to the 2026 LLL Synod Art Competition.

Entrants ranged in age from just 4 years old to an amazing 96 years of age. They were asked to consider the Synod theme ‘Open Door to Spiritual Renewal: Reborn in Water, Renewed by the Spirit’ (based on Titus 3:5), and display their interpretation of the theme in their artwork.

Artwork submissions were judged by a small panel of qualified art educators from the Lutheran Education school community and the LCAQD prior to the Synod, with winners in each category receiving a cash prize.

Winning artworks will be displayed at the 2026 LCAQD Convention of the Synod, and then at Lutheran Church House for 12 months. You can view them further down this web page.

You can view all the entries here.

Find out more about LLL Australia here.

Volunteers needed!

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.

If you require further information, you can contact Event Coordinator Linda Thomson at linda.thomson@qld.lca.org.au

2026 LLL Synod Art Competition

Entry to the 2026 LLL Synod Art Competition has now closed, and the winning entrants have been notified.

Artwork submissions were judged by a small panel of qualified art educators from the Lutheran Education school community and the LCAQD, with winners in each category receiving a cash prize.

Winning artworks will be displayed at the 2026 LCAQD Convention of the Synod, and then at Lutheran Church House for 12 months.

You can view all the entries here, and the winners/highly commended in each category below.

Find out more about LLL Australia here.

Poppy: WINNER, Cat. 1 (0-5yrs)

Daniel: Highly Commended, Cat. 1 (0-5yrs)

Anneke: WINNER, Cat. 2 Primary School (6-9yrs)

Finley: Highly Commended, Cat. 2 Primary School (6-9yrs)

Claire: WINNER, Cat. 3 Middle School (10-13yrs)

Penny: Highly Commended, Cat. 3 Middle School (10-13yrs)

Evie: WINNER, Cat. 4 High School (14-17yrs)

Eva: Highly Commended, Cat. 4 High School (14-17yrs)

Cassidy: Highly Commended, Cat. 4 High School (14-17yrs)

Juliane: WINNER, Cat. 5 (Open)

Bok Hee: Highly Commended, Cat. 5 (Open)

Tanya: WINNER, Cat. 6 Seniors (65+)

Ray: Highly Commended, Cat. 6 Seniors (65+)

Robert: Highly Commended, Cat. 6 Seniors (65+)

LCAQD Convention of the Synod 2026

LCAQD Convention of the Synod