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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
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Calling all Composers and Songwriters!
The LCANZ’s Commission on Worship (CoW) is looking for music in any style which is suitable for use in worship.
LYQ Seeking People to Lead Camps!
LYQ Seeking People to Lead Camps! If God is calling you to help, please contact LYQ ASAP – all training is provided.
LYQ Brisbane Appeal Dinner Raises Over $75k
Over 300 guests shared a sophisticated evening of fun and fellowship at the LYQ Appeal Dinner, Victoria Park.
June 5 was World Environment Day!
Lutheran World Federation has a Global Young Reformer Network, and Elsa Matthias from Victoria represents the LCANZ on this group.
Convention of Synod News – Post-Synod Round Up!
Pastors, delegates, staff and visitors attended the 55th Annual Convention of Synod over the weekend, at the BTP Conference Centre.
‘One Church. One Purpose. Many Ministries’ Workshop
On Sunday morning Bishop Mark and Pastor David Schmidt facilitated a session titled ‘One Church. One Purpose. Many Ministries’.
Synod Worship Moments
Worship services and devotions were held throughout the Synod program, following the synod theme from Romans 8:28 in a contemplative style.
Synod Art Competition Winners Announced
For the first time, the Synod theme was represented creatively through an art competition sponsored by the Lutheran Laypeople’s League.
“Immense Joy and Privilege”: LYQ Reports to Synod
LYQ Director Darren Pope and Chair Janelle Anderson presented to Synod delegates, declaring an immense joy and privilege to serve with LYQ.
Lutheran Women of Qld Report to Synod
Marilyn Jonas, a former LWQ Bursary recipient, presented on the Lutheran Women of Queensland’s work over the past year.
District Bishop’s Report to Synod 2023
Bishop Mark introduced the concept of one church, one purpose, many ministries, and spoke about a District-wide missional theology.
Ministry & Mission Report to Synod 2023
Ministry and Mission Council Chair Carl Eckermann and Director Rev David Schmidt presented the Mission and Ministry Report.
Lutheran Services and LEQ Present Reports to Synod 2023
The LCAQD Departments presented written and video reports ahead of the Convention of the Synod, which can be viewed on the website.
Governance Change Program Continues Structural Transformation
The Governance Change Program Committee summarised the work completed since 2022 and delegates adopted a number of recommendations for 2023.
2023 LLL Mission Outreach Grant Presented at Synod
The 2023 LLL Mission Outreach Grant was presented to Emmanuel Lutheran Fellowship Toowoomba, toward their vision of “re-igniting sustainable youth ministry”.
