LCAQD News
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
Food for thought on living faithfully and prayerfully in today's society
Community News Articles
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Notice Board
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
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.
Crossing cultures, sharing hope
Bruce and Daphne Cleaves from Peace Kumbia Taabinga congregation in Queensland share their recent overseas mission experience.
Community News
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!
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 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.
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.
Safe Church training restructured
The LCANZ has been restructuring the way it delivers Safe Church training and manages complaints, in response to feedback from the church.
Pastor Mike Neldner retires
Last Sunday was Pastor Mike Neldner’s retirement from Caboolture, after 40 years of ministry, serving multiple communities.
2025 church year readings available now!
The readings for the 2025 calendar year are now available, and may be downloaded here.
ALWS Gifts of Grace give you more this Christmas! 🎁🎄
This Christmas, ALWS Gifts of Grace is TWICE the fun for your family! Each Gifts of Grace catalogue comes with a FREE children’s book,
Be a witness at Christmas with Lutheran Tract Mission (LTM)!
Need Christmas resources? Lutheran Tract Mission has you covered! And what better time to share the good news of God-with-us than at Christmas time?
Seasonal worship resources
With Christmas around the corner the LCA has been busy updating the Worship Planning Page with service resources for your congregation.
Women’s ordination FAQ
Rev Dr Dan Mueller has assembled a document of questions and answers concerning women’s ordination, which is available to download.
The path of peace – an Advent reflection
Pastor Reid Matthias reflects on the unorthodox life of a desert wanderer, whose role was to ‘go on before the Lord to prepare a way for him [and] guide our feet into the path of peace’.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Samuel Simpfendorfer (28/04/1934–2/12/2024). Mourned by wife Alicia, children Diane, Mark, Ruth, David, Naomi and families.
Earn an accredited award in a year!
This training opportunity explores the teachings of the Lutheran Church including key Lutheran doctrines and Lutheran perspectives.
Discover hope at Christmas
Where do you find yourself this Christmas? What does Christmas mean to you? Read Lutheran Media’s booklet ‘What is Christmas? to discover more!
Safe Church training restructured
The LCANZ has restructured the way it delivers Safe Church training and manages complaints, as a result of feedback from the church.
LCAQD Synod Draft Minutes approved by DCB
The 2024 LCAQD Synod Draft Minutes have now been approved by the District Church Board (DCB) and are available to download.
Call for churches to join refugee support initiative
ALWS is calling on Lutheran congregations to form community supporter groups to help some of the most vulnerable refugees resettle in Australia.
LYQ has a new shop!
Wear your heart on your sleeve and support the work of LYQ investing in young lives. Choose from a huge variety of merch and accessories.
