LCAQD News
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
Food for thought on living faithfully and prayerfully in today's society
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Quick news and updates within and around our district! This includes Jobs & Call updates
Events
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Job & Vacancies
A summary of current positions vacancies promoted through the District.
Living Faithfully & Prayerfully
Faith that spills over: everyday disciples in action
I remember one Christmas, when I was an self-conscious 12 year old, seeing one of the neighbour’s boys playing with a new gift he had received.
2026 LCAQD Synod Sunday Sermon
On Sunday 7 June 2026 LCAQD Bishop Dr Mark Vainikka delivered the Synod Sunday Sermon at St Andrews Lutheran Church Tallebudgera.
Witnessing moments of grace and community
On Friday 5 June 2026, a new congregation will be welcomed into membership at the LCAQD Convention of the Synod.
Community News
Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) update
From 1 July 2026, the Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) requires organisations that work with children to report, investigate, and manage allegations of child-related misconduct under the oversight of…
One church, one day, one powerful witness
Each year, Brisbane Walk My Way becomes more than just an event. It becomes a visible expression of our church community at its best:
Winter Festival brings the community together
The 13th June was a crisp winter morning. It had been raining for weeks, yet that day the clouds parted, welcoming our Winter Festival.
Meet Angeline: what hope looks like
On Saturday 8 August, Brisbane Walk My Way will again bring together congregations, schools, care communities, families and friends.
Replenish 2026…just breathe!
Replenish Retreat is for all women aged 18+. It is a weekend to do as much or as little as you like. Come and join us!
Notice Board
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Stuart Kleinig installed at Redeemer Toowoomba
Redeemer Lutheran Church Toowoomba was filled with joy and thanksgiving on Sunday 28 June, as Rev Stuart Kleinig was installed as pastor by Second Assistant Bishop Luke Spilsbury.
Shaping Mission in 21st Century Australia & New Zealand
Eight weekly 2hr sessions by Zoom, on Wednesdays in July-August 2026, brought to you by the Frontier School of Mission!
LYQ LIFT Conference
A powerful one-day experience for students in Years 6–12 to discover servant leadership, explore global justice and build teams.
June EmmY
Details of the June Explorations in Mission and Ministry (EmmY), with the theme “Seeing Our Neighbourhood with New Eyes.”
A prayer for Christian unity
LCAQD Bishop Dr Mark Vainikka has shared a message and prayer for Christian unity in the latest newsletter from Queensland Churches Together.
Engage Youth Fundraising Dinner
Engage Youth Fundraising Dinner: Join us for an evening of fun and fellowship celebrating the youth of the Darling Downs.
2026 National Church Life Survey
In late 2026, hundreds of thousands of voices will contribute to the most comprehensive view of church life in the world.
Two new pastors welcomed at 2026 Synod
Two new pastors were welcomed to the Queensland District at the closing of the 2026 Friday afternoon Synod session:
2026 LCAQD Synod Sunday Sermon
On Sunday 7 June 2026 LCAQD Bishop Dr Mark Vainikka delivered the Synod Sunday Sermon at St Andrews Lutheran Church Tallebudgera.
2026 Mission Outreach Grants awarded
The 2026 Mission Outreach Grants were presented at this year’s Convention of the District Synod by LLL Australia CEO Karen Pienaar.
District Bishop delivers 2026 Synod report
On Saturday morning, Bishop Mark Vainikka reflected on his written report as recorded in the 2026 Synod Book of Reports.
Cantonese Church received into membership
A new church plant was received as a member of the LCA and LCAQD during the Friday morning session of the 2026 Convention of the Synod
LCAQD Strategic Charter 2026-31 officially launches
Bishop Mark officially launched the 2026-31 Strategic Charter for LCAQD, which focuses on five open doors as a shared missional compass.
Synod remembers the faithful who have passed
Synod delegates and visitors remembered those who served in this District and who have died in this past Synodical term.
LCAQD Synod gathers in Tallebudgera
The Lutheran Church of Australia Queensland District (LCAQD) Convention of the Synod gathered at St Andrew’s Lutheran College, Tallebudgera.
