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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.
Way Forward – 4 Months to go!
In October Synod delegates will be voting on a proposal for the LCANZ to function as ‘one church with two different practices of ordination’.
GFH now Available for all Three Lectionary Years
Growing Faith at Home is a weekly lectionary-based take-home resource. It connects congregational worship with the faith life of the home.
Nazareth Biography Published
Robin Kleinschmidt has published a biography of Nazareth Lutheran Church Woolloongabba, calling it “a story of divine grace and human frailty, of God’s love for His people and their faithful responsive love for Him.”
Way Forward may Refine Framework
After consulting with the broader church for feedback the Way Forward Project is considering amending the current iteration of the framework.
2024 LLL Mission Outreach Grant Presented at Synod
Ross Smith, CEO of LLL, presented the 2024 Mission Outreach Grant to Our Saviour Lutheran Church Rochedale.
LCAQD Synod 2024 Welcomes Visting Dignitaries
After the Saturday morning Synod opening worship, local elected members and other denominational leaders were invited to speak to delegates.
Borgfeldt Legacy Grants
Borgfeldt Legacy Grants are available to agencies of the LCANZ that require support for projects that aid the welfare of children.
LYQ Appeal Dinner Raises over $100k
The LYQ Appeal Dinner guests and supporters collectively contributed more than $106,000 towards the ministry and mission of LYQ.
CLW Winter Camp Registrations – Last Days!
Registrations are now open for LYQ’s Christian Life Week Winter Camps, but spaces are filling quickly! To enrol your child, go to lyq.org.au.
Registrations Open: Replenish Women’s Retreat
Feeling drained from the hustle of everyday life and just need a weekend to stop, unwind and take a break from the chaos? Come on Retreat!
2024 Convention of the Synod News
Pastors, delegates, staff and visitors attended the 56th Annual Convention of Synod over the weekend, at Highfields Cultural Centre Toowoomba.
LCAQD Synod Rhyming Reflection
LCAQD First Assistant Bishop Ben Hentschke shared this rhyming reflection at Synod, based on Colossians 3:15-17.
2024 Synod Art Competition Winners Announced
Sponsor Lutheran Lay People’s League in conjunction with the LCAQD are excited to share the winners in the 2024 LCAQD Synod Art Competition.
LCAQD District Welcomes New Pastors
Pastor Mark Vainikka, Bishop of the LCAQD, welcomed new pastors to the district at the 56th Convention of the Synod.
Church Gathers as 56th Synod Begins
There was a sense of joy and purpose as delegates, officials and visitors gathered on 31 May 2024 for the LCAQD 56th Convention of the Synod.
