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
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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.
Bishop Term of Service Increased by a Year
Synod Delegates this Saturday voted in favour of the LCAQD Bishop’s term being increased to four years, in line with other districts.
LCANZ Bishop’s Report to Synod 2023
Bishop Paul Smith offered greetings from the broader LCANZ and presented upon a number of churchwide matters at this year’s LCAQD Synod.
LCANZ Simultaneous Art Exhibition
‘Come to the Banquet’ will be the theme for the 2023 LCANZ Simultaneous Art Exhibition.
Conference-Goers ‘Challenged and Inspired’ for Local Mission
More than 50 people re-considered their local neighbourhoods as mission fields during last weekend’s Cross-Cultural Ministry Conference.
Intensive: Theology of Mission
The Frontier School of Mission is offering a Theology of Mission Intensive, which may be credited or audited.
Lutheran Media Photo Competition
Enter your best original and inspiring landscape, architectural, animal or nature photo and win a cash prize!
Way Forward Working Groups Appointed
The LCANZ General Church Board and College of Bishops have appointed the eight working groups for the Ordination Way Forward proposal.
New Site Manager, Koojarewon Camp
Joshua Mayer has been appointed site manager of Koorjarewon Youth Camp, a role he assumes from 16 June 2023.
Nazareth Celebrates as Pastor Regularised
Nazareth Lutheran Church South Brisbane and the LCAQD are celebrating the regularisation of Pastor Chris Johnson.
Documentary Addresses Palliative Care
Live the life you please is a film-led social impact campaign that will change the way you think about the last chapter of life.
LEQ Appoints New Director Identity & Formation
Lutheran Education Qld has appointed Rev. Brenton Altmann to the position of Director – Identity & Formation.
LCAQD Conferences & Synod 2023 News
Here’s everything you need to know in the lead up to the LCAQD 2023 Grounded in Grace and Synod Conferences.
St John’s Lutheran Church Kindergarten 50th Anniversary
St John’s Lutheran Church Kindergarten at Eight Mile Plains will be celebrating 50 years of providing Early Childhood Education and Care in Eight Mile Plains and surrounding areas.
Giveaway Items
There are a number of items in good condition looking for new church homes. If you are interested you can contact Kathy Matuschka.
Governance Change Program Briefing Sessions
Governance Transformation Committee and District Transformation Committee are holding a number of briefing sessions.
