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.
LYQ Appeal Dinner – Registration Closes Soon!
Registration is now open for LYQ’s Brisbane Appeal Dinner, the largest annual event in the Lutheran Church calendar across Australia.
Evensong Service for Domestic & Family Violence
You are cordially invited to an Evensong Service for Domestic & Family Violence, presided over by the Very Reverend Dr Peter Catt.
Entries into the Inaugural LCAQD Synod Art Competition Sure to Delight
The LLL in conjunction with the LCAQD are excited to share the submissions across all age categories to the inaugural Synod Art Competition.
2023 Lenten Appeal – Final Weeks
This year’s appeal is entering its final weeks, ending on June 30. If you haven’t yet donated, you can do so here.
LCA News
Here are some articles posted in the last eNews by the Lutheran Church of Australia.
New Lutheran Resources at ACR
There are a number of new Lutheran publications available at ACR, all of them by authors you will know! Click the link to browse & buy.
Replenish & Grace-Laced Retreat
Registration is now open for the 2023 Replenish & Grace-Laced Women’s Retreat. Click the link to find out more, and to register.
Helena Lambert to Assume New Role at St Peters
Helena Lambert will finish up in her role as Education Officer, Identity & Formation on Wednesday 17 May and assume a new role in a school.
LYQ Welcomes Macey O’Keefe to the Team
LYQ extends a warm welcome to Macey O’Keefe, who commences service in Milton to provide support across two teams.
Book of Reports Published May 12
The 2023 LCAQD Convention of the Synod Book of Reports will be published by 4pm AEST on 12th May, with Video Presentations on 16th May.
Youth and Young Adult Ambassadors for Convention of Synod 2023
Youth and Young Adult Ambassadors are being sought to attend the 2023 LCAQD Convention of Synod. Come along and have your say!
Countdown to Close of Registrations!
The Grounded in Grace (formerly Ministry Summit) Conferences and the 2023 LCAQD Synod are almost here! Registrations are closing soon!
“For-Purpose”: The Meaty Matters of Constitution & Governance
When I first graduated from Seminary, ‘constitutions’ and ‘governance’ were things that I knew the church had, but I never really wanted to talk about or have to worry about.
Understanding the 2021-23 Convention of General Synod Resolution on Ordination
A guidance concerning the LCANZ General Synod Ordination Way Forward Resolution has been resolved at the April College of Bishops Meeting.
Closing this Friday! LLL Mission Outreach Grant 2023
Does your congregation have a brilliant mission idea, but lacks the funds to get it off the ground? Would a grant of up to $25,000 help?
