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
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.
A space between the places: a time to pause, pray and listen
In a post-Synod message to the church, LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith encouraged us to pause and reflect on the decisions made by the Synod.
LYQ summer camp registrations open!
With four exciting camps on offer these summer school holidays you are guaranteed to have a blast!
Office Coordinator, Immanuel Lutheran Church Buderim
Immanuel Lutheran Church Buderim is seeking a dedicated Office Coordinator to join their Immanuel Church team.
Call for Nominations
The LCAQD is calling for nominations from suitably qualified persons, for positions on the District Church Board and Risk Audit and Finance Committee.
Bishop Michael Putney Memorial Lecture series
You are invited to attend the Bishop Michael Putney Memorial Lecture, which takes place this year on Tuesday 22nd October 2024, at 7:00pm.
Pastoral care services
To support your pastor and other local pastoral carers, a churchwide network of carers has been trained and is available for you.
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?
