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
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
Faithful living
God asks us to be faithful to Him. How can I be full of faith in a world where minds are changed as often as socks?
An ANZAC Prayer
O Lord, lover of souls, who through the mouth of your prophet of old declared that all souls are yours, we thank you for the brave and faithful dead…
New Life at any Stage
Easter is commonly tied to the sacrament of baptism, following St Paul in Romans 5. This is the story of Barry’s baptism at Zion Aged Care.
Community News
Synod Art Competition receives a record number of entries
The LLL in conjunction with the LCAQD are excited to share a record 77 submissions to the 2026 LCAQD Synod Art Competition.
United in Hope passes the halfway point
No bells or whistles…here’s our United in Hope update for the end of April 2026. We have officially passed the halfway point of this year’s target, with under $27,000 left to raise of our $60k goal.
58th annual Convention of the Synod counts down
Delegates, bookings are now open for the LCAQD 58th annual Convention of the Synod but time is running out!
Brisbane Walk My Way is coming our way, August 2026!
In refugee camps in Kenya and Somalia girls are at risk of child marriage simply because their families struggle with poverty and limited opportunities.
Grant Norsworthy – More than Music
Last year we were blessed to have Grant Norsworthy, a professional musician and member of the Lutheran Church in New Zealand, lead workshops for church musicians on music in worship.
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.
New GCB appointed
Ben Hentschke, First Assistant Bishop LCAQD has been re-elected to the LCANZ General Church Board, along with the newly-elected Kelly Matthews.
ELCA scholarships
Each year, the ELCA’s International Leaders Program awards scholarships to individuals who are nominated by their churches/institutions.
Synod elects a mission leader as Assistant Bishop
General Synod has elected Pastor Stephen Schultz as Assistant Bishop of the LCANZ. Incumbent Assistant Bishop Neville Otto did not stand for re-election.
Pastoral Letter from Mark Vainikka, Bishop LCAQD
In the wake of the Synod’s decision to allow the ordination of both men and women in the LCANZ, I believe these words from St Paul hold deep significance for us as a church family.
Borgfeldt Legacy Grants
Borgfeldt Legacy grants are available to all organisations within the LCA that require financial support for the welfare of children.
School Leadership & Learning Casuals – LYQ
Want to help youth & young people explore what it means to be a great leader? Do you value people having genuine moments of discovery?
Centre Director, Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre
Seeking a dynamic leader or couple to continue the youth and camping ministry journey at Warrambui that’s been going on for over 50 years.
Community Connections Facilitator (CCF)/ Chaplain – .8 FTE
Redeemer Lutheran College (RLC) and Our Saviour Lutheran Church (OSLC) are seeking a suitably qualified chaplain/community facilitator.
Gospel Fluency Workshop
Do you know someone who is curious about the gospel, Jesus, or the Christian faith, but you just aren’t sure of the next steps?
Beyond Church celebrates two adult baptisms
Beyond Church at Griffin has been rejoicing recently, with not one, but two baptisms.
New home purchased for churchwide bodies
A five-level building in the Adelaide CBD will become the new home for Australian Lutheran College (ALC) and the Churchwide Office.
2025 Lutheran Media calendar available
The Lutheran Media 2025 calendar is now available, featuring Scripture and stunning photography submitted by talented competition entrants.
RUOK Day is 12 September this year
Thursday 12 September is a day that reminds us that we don’t need to be an expert to reach out and ask someone if they are OK.
General Synod sermon support for congregations
Congregations across the church will be able to access the sermons prepared for Synod Sunday worship at the churchwide gatherings.
Final General Synod delegate webinar is tonight!
The final Synod-specific webinar for delegates will be held on 11 September. All members of the church are invited to watch the recordings of three delegate webinars.
