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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
Food for thought on living faithfully and prayerfully in today's society
Community News Articles
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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
Service, study and life on the SMP pathway
Australian Lutheran College has a diverse group of students who are on a pastoral ministry journey. One such student is Stefan Volejnik, who is currently enrolled in a Graduate Diploma of Divinity.
Faith taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra
Faith is taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra, with the help of a $14,000 LLL Australia Mission and Ministry Grant.
Serving in Far North Queensland
Is God prompting you to serve in Far North Queensland? There is an ongoing need for a long-term spiritual leader in the region.
Community News
Season of Creation resources
Season of Creation (1 September-4 October) is a time for Christians to come together in prayer and action for God’s creation.
Queensland Lutheran Giving seeks board members
Queensland Lutheran Giving (QLG) is seeking up to five more board members, to assist in providing support to people in times of need.
Lutheran Services steps out for Brisbane Walk My Way
Staff from Lutheran Services turned compassion into action, walking together with the wider community to raise funds for vulnerable children.
Bethlehem and Woongoolba State School celebrate 150 years
What a wonderful day celebrating Bethlehem and Woongoolba State School’s 150th anniversary – from 1876-2026!
Book launched detailing history of St Peters
On Sunday 30 August 2026 a recently completed history book, From Resurrection to St Peters: a congregation’s journey 1960s–2026, was launched.
Notice Board
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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.
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.
