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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
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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.
Synod Art Competition Entries Double for 2024
We are excited to share submissions across all categories to the 2024 LCAQD Synod Art Competition, which have doubled in number this year.
ALC Discover Diploma in Theology
ALC Discover is a fully accredited Diploma in Theology program. One year full-time or up to three years part-time. Enrol today!
Resources for Trinity Sunday, 26 May 2024
Lutheran Tract Mission has developed a number of resources for Trinity Sunday, which may be downloaded here.
2024 LYQ Appeal Dinner: Virtual Tickets
Can’t make the LYQ Appeal Dinner this Sat. 25th May? Join them virtually and be a part of raising critical funds to support our young people!
Way Forward Webinar Recording now Available
The latest Way Forward webinar took place on Tuesday, 14 May 2024, with over 400 registered participants. You can view the recording here.
Give Away: ALC Resources
ALC has a large amount of small group study handbooks available to give away. Postage options are available (at cost).
Religion and Domestic Violence Report: Call for Responses
The LCANZ is calling for responses to the Religion and domestic violence: Exploring men’s perpetration report.
2024 National Reconciliation Week
This year’s theme, Now More than Ever, invites all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives
Grow Ministries Resources for Trinity Sunday & Pentecost
Find out more about more about the role of the Holy Spirit and what we believe as Christians by downloading these intergenerational resources.
LCANZ Simultaneous Art Exhibition 2024 ‘Tree of Life’
Artists are invited to participate in exhibitions in their local communities in August 2024 as part of the LCANZ Simultaneous Art Exhibition.
LYQ Appeal Dinner 2024
LYQ invites you to join them for their annual LYQ fundraising dinner at Victoria Park Golf Course.
Registration Closing Soon! 2024 LCAQD Convention of the Synod
Registration is now open for the 2024 LCAQD Convention of the Synod.
St Mark’s Ingham 75th Anniversary
St Mark’s Lutheran Church Ingham is celebrating its 75th Anniversary and you are invited! Come along and share in this special day!
Pray Through May!
Pray Through May is an invitation to join members of the LCANZ as they intentionally spend time cultivating communities of prayer.
FOLAQ Lowood Meeting, 28th April
Local Lutheran historian Aaron Heck will explore the history of the Lutheran Church in the Lowood region and the Brisbane Valley.
