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.
LCA International Mission Lenten Devotional
LCA International Mission 40 Days of Prayers and Devotions for Lent are your for free, just by clicking on the image link.
ALC Festival of Learning 2023
The Festival of Learning provides an opportunity for people to come together while reflecting on faith, ministry and theology.
Founding Headmaster of Grace Lutheran College Awarded OAM
Fred Stolz was awarded an Order of Australia Medal as part of the Australia Day Honours List, in recognition for his services to education.
Date Claimer: LWQ Retreat/ Convention
LWQ Retreat/ ConventionDate: 19-21 May 2023. Location: Maroochy Waterfront Camp and Conference Centre, David Low Way, Maroochydore.
World Day of Prayer Friday March 3
The World Day of Prayer (WDP) is an international ecumenical Christian laywomen’s initiative. It is celebrated annually in over 170 countries.
General Synod Closing Worship Livestream
The General Synod closing worship service will be live-streamed from the MCEC at 9.30am (AEDT) on Sunday, 12 February 2023.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Ropeley 100th Anniversary
Immanuel Lutheran Church Ropeley is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and you’re invited! Please RSVP for catering purposes.
The Spilsburys have it! Joy as Pastors Newly Installed
The LCAQD extends its congratulations to Tim Spilsbury, installed at Ipswich Lutheran Church, and Luke Spilsbury, installed at Good Shepherd Lutheran College Noosa.
Darren Pope Installed as New LYQ Director
In January Darren Pope was installed as the Lutheran Youth of Queensland Director at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Rochedale.
ALC Discover Program
Discover is a program run by the ALC to help you discern what your service in the church might look like. Join their Zoom session this Jan!
Frontier School of Mission is Re-starting!
Frontier School of Mission is Re-starting! After a Covid gap the NSW-ACT district is re-starting the Frontier Program.
Ordination News
The LCAQD is praising God for the upcoming ordination of Jeremy D Smith on 18 December 2022 at St John’s Lutheran Church Corinda Qld at 2.00pm. Jeremy will be ordained as a General Ministry Pastor by Bishop Paul Smith. His first parish will be Kadina.
LCANZ Flood Appeal
Prayers and donations are bringing hope, love and care to people in flood-ravaged communities in central New South Wales.
Together in Mission
2022 has been a busy year of mission for the church. LLL celebrates your contribution in its annual Together in Mission publication.
