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
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.
New Appointments to the District Office
The LCAQD is pleased to announce appointments to the following positions. Congratulations to each of the appointees, and welcome!
Digital Mission and Ministry Forum – Registrations Close Fri!
The Digital Mission and Ministry Forum aims to serve you, inspire you and create an opportunity for you to be supported and networked.
GROW Kids – A Lectionary-Based Children’s Curriculum
Grow Ministries is excited to release a new resource: GROW Kids. GROW Kids provides a lesson plan for each Sunday of the Church year.
LCA International Mission Online Monthly Prayer
LCAIM warmly invites you to gather online once a month in prayer with others across Australia, New Zealand and among our partner churches.
Lutheran Media 2023 Calendar Available
The popular (and free!) wall calendar is ready to order for early November delivery.
LCA Increases Cyber Security Measures
The LCA IT team has added the highly effective protection of Multi-Factor Authentication to all LCA email accounts to strengthen our defences.
New Govt Program Focussing on Refugees
Recently, the Australian Government has agreed to a new program called ‘Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot’ (CRISP).
NCLS Webinars
News about the recent NCLS Webinar entitled “Who’s in the Pews?” and their next offering, “How Healthy are Australian Churches.”
LCA Yearbook to Cease Publication
The LCA Yearbook will no longer be published. The decision has been reached for a number of reasons, as listed here.
Domestic & Family Violence Awareness Workshop Sat 12 Nov
Registrations are sought for this workshop, suitable for members of church communities and clergy, to be held on Saturday 12 November 2022.
50th Ordination Anniversary – You’re Invited!
You are cordially invited to attend the 50th anniversary of ordination service for Bishop Emeritus Noel Noack and Pastor Rob Fechner.
LYQ Family Camp
Family camp is an opportunity for the whole family to get away and enjoy quality time together at beautiful Coolum Beach.
Christian RI Module Training
Do you teach Christian RI or know someone who does? Please see the term 4 training schedule at this link.
LYQ Summer Camps: Lock in Your Summer Fun!
LYQ’s summer camping season is almost here, and guarantees to be packed with fun!
Inaugural Gathering of Communicators a Resounding Success
On Friday 14 October the LCANZ Communications National Network (CNN) gathered in Adelaide for its first CNN Conference.
