LCAQD News
LCAQD produces fortnightly newsletter updates.
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
Food for thought on living faithfully and prayerfully in today's society
Community News Articles
We love to celebrate the great things that are happening within our District. Find out what's happening!
Notice Board
Quick news and updates within and around our district! This includes Jobs & Call updates
Events
From meetings, to community events, conferences and camps.
Job & Vacancies
A summary of current positions vacancies promoted through the District.
Living Faithfully & Prayerfully
Faith taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra
Faith is taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra, with the help of a $14,000 LLL Australia Mission and Ministry Grant.
Serving in Far North Queensland
Is God prompting you to serve in Far North Queensland? There is an ongoing need for a long-term spiritual leader in the region.
Bethlehem opens its doors
At the Bethlehem Lutheran Church Woongoolba we OPENED OUR DOORS to the community for a Community Thanksgiving Service.
Community News
LCAQD Congregation Training Day Resources
A successful day of learning, sharing and equipping our congregations and a wonderful opportunity for congregational leaders and members to come together.
Season of Creation resources
Season of Creation (1 September-4 October) is a time for Christians to come together in prayer and action for God’s creation.
Queensland Lutherans Step Out in Faith for Refugee Girls
On Saturday 8 August, more than 650 Queenslanders stepped out across Brisbane for Walk My Way, with a public witness of faith in action.
United in Hope, at Cairns and Atherton
While significant focus of the LCAQD’s United in Hope appeal has been on the more remote communities of Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Coen, here’s a look at the Cairns Parish.
Church Engagement: honouring our heritage, growing our future
Lutheran Services has introduced a new Church Engagement Lead role to strengthen relationships across our Lutheran community.
Notice Board
Notices below are current at time of posting. Dates are provided for reference. Information may not be current after the date of posting.
Pastor Installation – Rev Mark Gierus
A joyful afternoon was spent celebrating the installation of Pastor Mark Gierus as Parish Pastor of the Alberton Lutheran Parish.
Shine a light on domestic and family violence
A candle vigil will take place on 1 May at St Francis College Chapel to remember all those who have been affected by Domestic Violence.
LCAQD Convention of the Synod and District Pastors Conference: the countdown is on!
With just over a month until the LCAQD Synod and the District Pastors Conference, the end dates for registration is fast approaching!
Call for Judges: Synod Art Competition 2025
The LCAQD is seeking three qualified art educators from the Lutheran Education community to serve as judges for our Synod Art Competition.
Finance Officer, Luther Heights Youth Camp (part-time)
Lutheran Youth of Queensland is seeking a part time finance officer. The position is based at Luther Heights Youth Camp, three days per week.
Save the date for online Synod!
A day-long online LCA Convention of General Synod will be held on 18 October 2025.
Qld Bung Yumi 2025
Current and previous PNG missionaries, families, MKs and friends are welcome to attend Bung Yumi 2025 on Sunday 12 April, at St Peters Lutheran College.
LCAQD Pastor Installations
The LCAQD is giving thanks for the recent pastor installations of Rev Mark Winter, Rev Sean Hotinski, and Rev Greg Bensted.
District Worship Committee seeks more members
The LCAQD Worship Committee is seeking additional members. If you feel God is calling you to serve in this way please email the District.
LCA Disaster and Welfare Fund
The purpose of the LCA Disaster and Welfare Fund is to meet the needs of people affected by disasters, such as droughts, floods and fires.
Holy Week Resources
Holy Week this year begins with Palm Sunday on 13 April and ends on Easter Sunday on 20 April. The LCANZ has resources available for Easter.
Invitation: final service for Bethlehem Coopers Plains
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Coopers Plains, has prayerfully and thoughtfully decided to close. Their final service will be held on Sunday 13 April 2025.
First women to be ordained in LCANZ
Six people will join the LCANZ’s ordained ministry ranks in the coming six weeks, including two women in what is a first for the church.
2025 LCAQD Pastors Conference
The LCAQD Is pleased to announce that registration for the 2025 Queensland District Pastors Conference (DPC) is now open.
Enrol at ALC for 2026
Enrolments for 2026 are just around the corner, opening mid-November. A quick enquiry today is the perfect way to start the conversation.
