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
Faithful living
God asks us to be faithful to Him. How can I be full of faith in a world where minds are changed as often as socks?
An ANZAC Prayer
O Lord, lover of souls, who through the mouth of your prophet of old declared that all souls are yours, we thank you for the brave and faithful dead…
New Life at any Stage
Easter is commonly tied to the sacrament of baptism, following St Paul in Romans 5. This is the story of Barry’s baptism at Zion Aged Care.
Community News
Synod Art Competition receives a record number of entries
The LLL in conjunction with the LCAQD are excited to share a record 77 submissions to the 2026 LCAQD Synod Art Competition.
United in Hope passes the halfway point
No bells or whistles…here’s our United in Hope update for the end of April 2026. We have officially passed the halfway point of this year’s target, with under $27,000 left to raise of our $60k goal.
58th annual Convention of the Synod counts down
Delegates, bookings are now open for the LCAQD 58th annual Convention of the Synod but time is running out!
Brisbane Walk My Way is coming our way, August 2026!
In refugee camps in Kenya and Somalia girls are at risk of child marriage simply because their families struggle with poverty and limited opportunities.
Grant Norsworthy – More than Music
Last year we were blessed to have Grant Norsworthy, a professional musician and member of the Lutheran Church in New Zealand, lead workshops for church musicians on music in worship.
Notice Board
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Vital Connections Online Workshops
Vital Connections Online Workshops explore the four key themes identified in the Young Adult Ministry Report delivered at Synod.
A Spiritual Practice for Families
Many families have found themselves trying to juggle a whole new set of balls in their homes – working from home, school at home, church at home and just being at home altogether all the time.
LCAQD/QLG Flood Reponse – Thank You!
Thanks to your generosity, Queensland Lutheran Giving has already assisted six families affected by flooding this year, with further applications under review.
Eight Steps to Nurturing Faith
In the twenty-first century, faith formation involves intentionally planning a journey of lifelong discipleship.
District Church Board Report and Proposals
District Church Board Report and Proposals that were made at Synod 2022.
Synod 2022 Dinner
Attendees at the Synod dinner, heard from leaders from the Beyond Church Plant at Griffin: Chris Podlich and Molly McLean.
Synod 2022: Worship Moments
Worship services and devotions were held throughout the Synod program. All devotion times followed both the synod theme and a contemplative style.
Once-in-a-generation Vote changes LCAQD’s Governance Model
The Lutheran Church of Australia Queensland District (LCAQD) will undergo a restructure to become a ‘company limited by guarantee’ following a historic vote by Synod delegates.
LLL Mission Outreach Grant 2022
LLL CEO Ross Smith presented the LLL $25,000 Mission Outreach Grant, which will be shared by two congregations who are responding in different ways to their unique contexts.
Lutheran Services: Dr Leena Vuorinen Reports
Chair of the Council for Lutheran Services, Dr Leena Vuorinen, presents her first report to Synod.
Crises no Impediment to School Growth
Lutheran School enrolments grew in 2022, prompted by the quality of online learning and spiritual support during times of crisis.
Engaging Young People in our Churches: Workshop
A workshop about engaging with and retaining young people in our churches as it becomes increasingly difficult, was held during the Saturday afternoon session.
Ministry & Mission Report: Synod means “Walking Together.”
Acting Director Kathy Matuschska delivered the Ministry & Mission report, and spoke about Synod meaning “walking together”.
LYQ’s Strategic Plan a Path to Renewal
LYQ’s Strategic Plan a Path to Renewal after Covid-19.
Synod 2022 District Bishop’s Report
Bishop Mark Vainikka reflected on his first 12 months in the role.
