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
From meetings, to community events, conferences and camps.
Job & Vacancies
A summary of current positions vacancies promoted through the District.
Living Faithfully & Prayerfully
Service, study and life on the SMP pathway
Australian Lutheran College has a diverse group of students who are on a pastoral ministry journey. One such student is Stefan Volejnik, who is currently enrolled in a Graduate Diploma of Divinity.
Faith taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra
Faith is taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra, with the help of a $14,000 LLL Australia Mission and Ministry Grant.
Serving in Far North Queensland
Is God prompting you to serve in Far North Queensland? There is an ongoing need for a long-term spiritual leader in the region.
Community News
Queensland Lutheran Giving seeks board members
Queensland Lutheran Giving (QLG) is seeking up to five more board members, to assist in providing support to people in times of need.
Lutheran Services steps out for Brisbane Walk My Way
Staff from Lutheran Services turned compassion into action, walking together with the wider community to raise funds for vulnerable children.
Bethlehem and Woongoolba State School celebrate 150 years
What a wonderful day celebrating Bethlehem and Woongoolba State School’s 150th anniversary – from 1876-2026!
Book launched detailing history of St Peters
On Sunday 30 August 2026 a recently completed history book, From Resurrection to St Peters: a congregation’s journey 1960s–2026, was launched.
Rising above, beyond and together
Leadership and discipleship begin with following Christ, serving others, and responding to God’s call with courage and compassion.
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.
Education Officer – Identity & Formation
Applications are invited from accredited individuals for the position of Education Officer, Identity and Formation.
Replenish Women’s Retreat
Replenish Women’s Retreat is here again for 2023. Take a chance to have a well-deserved break, and come join us 13th-15th of October.
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.
