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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
Notices below are current at time of posting. Dates are provided for reference. Information may not be current after the date of posting.
Rite of Welcome to New Pastors at Synod 2022
On Friday night at Synod 2022, Pastors Dan Mueller, Reid Matthias, Paul Hage, Kees Sturm, and new graduate Ben Graham were welcomed to the District. Bishop Mark Vainikka received them with joy!
Bishop Paul Smith addresses Synod 2022
Bishop Paul Smith Addresses Synod 2022.
Synod 2022 Welcome to Country
Synod gathered on Friday evening with a welcome, and Welcome to Country by Concordia Lutheran College student Jarkara Tapau.
Welcome, Antioch Lutheran Church!
It is with great joy that Synod has accepted an application for membership from Antioch Lutheran Church.
Rural Reflections Devotion Book
This devotion book, Rural Reflections: living out front with the outback God, is a collection of short devotional reflections, enhanced by a compilation of stunning rural photography, giving our readers the opportunity to hear the voice of some of God’s faithful people living in rural Queensland. By sharing with you our faith, we hope to encourage, uplift and inspire all who read this book.
Are You Searching for Hope?
Click here for stories from people who have encountered Jesus in a way that has brought hope into their lives.
Join us at Luther Heights Work Camp!
22-24 July 2022 Cost: FREE LYQ needs your help to keep Luther Heights campsite looking as beautiful as ever! They are looking for men, women and children, of all skill… Read more
Missional Leaders’ Event in Adelaide
29 June 2022 New and Renewing Churches are hosting the International Research Consortium’s (IRC) annual conference in Adelaide. As part of the IRC conference, any missional leaders are invited to… Read more
Encouraging the Young People in our Congregations
Every part of the body, regardless of age, appearance or skill has both value and purpose in God’s plan. Follow this link for a list of action points for helping… Read more
National Reconciliation Week: ‘Be Brave. Make Change.’
27 May – 3 June 2022 This week is a great time to check out the resources gathered as part of the LCA Reconciliation Action Plan to help us journey… Read more
Jubilee 150 of the first recorded Scandinavian Language Service
The 150th Jubilee of the first Scandinavian language service in Queensland will be observed on Sunday June 26, 10am at St Andrew’s Church, Wickham Terrace, Brisbane. The music will be… Read more
2023 Buchholz Secondary Schooling Scholarships & LLL School Bursaries
Applications for both programs close on 30 June 2022. For more information, contact your local Lutheran school or congregation. You can also download the application for the Secondary School Scholarship… Read more
Encouraging Faith Conversations
Unfortunately, many parents feel ill-equipped to pass along their faith to the next generation. If faith conversations aren’t natural in your house, it can be uncomfortable and you may be… Read more
NCLS Research Webinar
Date : Thursday 9 June Time: 11am (AEST) or 7pm (AEST) Did Jesus exist? What do people think about Jesus and the Church today?Join the NCLS free webinar to gain… Read more
Intergenerational Ministry: How do I get started?
The Fuller Youth Institute turns academic research into practical resources to help make the church the best place for young people to grow. FYI research has pioneered a new era… Read more
