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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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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.
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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.
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
