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
From meetings, to community events, conferences and camps.
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.
Bethlehem Family Fun Day
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Woongoolba are hosting a Family Fun Day this Sunday, along with the Day Care Centre who rents a building from the Church.
Hospital Chaplaincy Workshop
Queensland Churches Together (QCT) are presenting a workshop on Hospital Chaplaincy Skills starting on 20 July and running over two weekends.
Online Confirmation Course
Living in remote areas of Queensland can often lead to feelings of isolation, especially for members of the Lutheran Church.
Grow Confirmation Curriculum
Are you thinking about starting a confirmation program? The Grow Disciples Curriculum includes everything you need!
ALC Midlife Master’s Degree
Australian Lutheran College has developed a one-off accelerated ministry pathway to prepare candidates aged 40 to 55 for possible ordination.
Chaplain St Paul’s Aged Care, Caboolture
Expressions of interest are invited for an aged care chaplaincy role in Lutheran Services at St Paul’s Aged Care, Caboolture.
CLW Spring Camp Registrations – Cairns and Yeppoon!
Registrations are now open for LYQ’s Christian Life Week Spring Camps, but spaces are filling quickly! To enrol your child, go to lyq.org.au.
Commemorate the Augsburg Confession with ‘Living the Catechism’
Living the Catechism resource is designed to be used along with Luther’s Small Catechism to learn about the teachings of the Christian faith.
In Memoriam: Kark Kirsch (16/05/35–22/06/24)
In Memoriam
KARL KIRSCH (16/05/35–22/06/24)
In Memoriam: August Fricke (31/12/42–19/06/24)
In Memoriam AUGUST FRICKE (31/12/42–19/06/24)
Launch of LCANZ’s Local Mission Fund
Local mission ideas that need financial support could benefit from the LCANZ’s new Local Mission Fund, now open for expressions of interest.
Installation of Pastor Stephen Jaensch
The LCAQD is thanking God for the recent installation of Pastor Stephen Jaensch to the Northern Downs Parish.
ALC Annual Appeal
Australian Lutheran College has launched its 2024 annual appeal. This year’s appeal is once again a call for financial and attendance support.
Help Needed! A Video About Hope
The Lutheran Church of Australia are inviting you to send us a selfie in which you share your hopes for the LCANZ.
Graceville Art Festival
The Graceville Art Festival is on again, featuring an exhibition, workshops and other events at St Luke’s Nambour.
