LCAQD News
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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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.
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.
Enthuse 2024 Leaders
LYQ are looking for one more male facilitator to complete their Enthuse leadership team. If this is you, apply today!
Final Way Forward face-to-face gathering this weekend
The final face-to-face gathering in Australia will be held at Concordia College Toowoomba this Saturday 14 September, at 10:30am. Refreshments will be served prior.
Way Forward Gatherings
Plan to attend your local gathering: to explore with others what the Way Forward might mean for you and your congregation.
Replenish women’s retreat
Click on the image above to register for the Replenish women’s retreat this October! Registrations close 27 September 2024.
Woven Together by Grow Ministries
Grow Ministries has created a devotional resource to encourage parents to nurture the faith of their children.
General Synod offering to support Indonesian study centre
The offering from the upcoming LCANZ Convention of General Synod will go to supporting the Lutheran Study Centre in Indonesia.
Way Forward church resources
Delegates or other church leaders wanting to present a Way Forward information session in their congregations are invited to use a presentation pack created especially for this purpose
St Andrews 130th Anniversary
St Andrew’s Chapel is celebrating 130 years of Lutheran worship on Sunday 18th August 2024. Thanksgiving Worship 11am, tea and coffee provided.
