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
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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.
Lutheran Media Calendar Competition
If you’re a budding photographer, consider entering your inspiring and original images in the 2025 Lutheran Media Calendar Competition.
Way Forward Update *NEW*
The Way Forward working groups are in the development phase of the final framework that will be put to General Synod in October as a proposal for how the LCANZ might operate as one church with two practices of ordination.
Teaching and Library Volunteers Needed
LCA International Mission is urgently seeking volunteer online teaching support and library support for Cambodia and PNG.
2024 Qld Synod Art Competition – two weeks to go!
The LLL in conjunction with the LCAQD will be hosting an art competition at next year’s Qld 2024 Convention of Synod.
New Christian Ethical Decision-making Guides
The guides are intended to help church members consider how they might respond to contemporary ethical issues.
Partners in Peace Conference: 30th May
Please save the date for our 2024 LCAQD Collaborative Conference to be held on Thursday May 30 at Good Shepherd Lutheran College, Noosa.
ALWS Walk My Way is coming back our Way
ALWS Walk My Way is coming back our Way. Walk for Ukraine in Brisbane CBD! Save the date: Saturday 11 May, 2024, from 1pm until 5pm.
LTM Lent and Easter Resources
Lutheran Tract Mission has a number of Lent and Easter Resources available for use at ltm.org.au.
LCANZ Pastoral Care Program Launched
The College of Bishops, in conjunction with the Pastoral Care Working Group of the Way Forward Project, has launched a program to address pastoral care needs within the church.
2024 Easter Blessings
2024 Easter Blessings
LMA Badges Identified Among Stolen Goods
The Queensland Police Service have identified some Lutheran Men of Australia (LMA) badges among recently seized stolen goods.
LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith’s Easter Message
LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith has shared an Easter message, entitled “Hope in the Midst of Hard Times.” You can read Bishop Paul’s message here.
Servant of Christ Award
The Servant of Christ Award honours LCANZ lay people for outstanding service. You are invited to submit nominations for the award.
Way Forward News
Way Forward News
Lay Delegate Assistance, General Synod
The General Church Board has earmarked limited funding to assist in some cases where the parish is unable to cover Synod expenses.
