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.
Queensland Floods Flexible Funding Grants
Grants of up to $100,000 to help Queensland communities recover from rainfall and flooding events have been announced.
The Craft of Sacred Listening
In a noisy world, how do we listen to God and to one another? Too often we find ourselves listening to respond, rather than listening to hear.
Fritzsche Oration Recording Available
Rev Dr Jeff Silcock, ALC Emeritus Lecturer, presented the 2022 Fritzsche Oration on Wednesday 14 September.
Escaping the Rent Crisis, Called for God’s Purpose
When Lachie and Molly McLean first began to talk about getting married, they knew they’d have to make some hard decisions about where they’d want to live.
ELCA Scholarship
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has invited the LCANZ to participate in its annual International Leaders Program.
What on Earth is Synodality?
Earlier this year Bishop Mark Vainikka presented on this topic to LCANZ District Administrators. We thought you might also find it helpful.
LCANZ Local Mission Annual Appeal
To find out how you can donate to the LCANZ Local Mission Annual Appeal, go to https://lca.box.com/v/Local-Mission-Appeal-2022
Gangurru by Howard J. Pohlner, 2016
The Guugu Yimidhirr aborigines had no concept of European culture when they first encountered Capt Cook. Proceeds to Hope Vale Church.
Replenish/Grace-Laced Retreat
Replenish/Grace-Laced Retreat – Registrations must end Monday Sept 26!
Installation of Pastor Joseph Graham
Installation of Pastor Joseph Graham on Sunday, 18th September 2022 at Biloela Parish, proved to be a time of great joy.
Pastoral Care Skills Course: Learning the Language of Healing
QCT will be holding a Pastoral Care Skills Course (LAB1) in October. It is a 36 hour course run over two weekends.
Young Lutherans Share Hope and Passion for their Church
When young Lutherans gathered in Adelaide for the LCANZ’s Young Adult Forum, their sense of hope inspired presenters and participants alike.
Walk My Way Caboolture
To register for Walk My Way Caboolture, go to https://caboolture.walkmyway.org.au/
Lutheran Tract Mission News
New resources are available at Lutheran Tract Mission
Grieving Our Families
GROW Ministries Director Jodi Brook shares about the absence of parents and families since the beginning of the Covid-19 lockdowns.
