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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.
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.
Mission Outreach Grant for 2022 – Applications Open!
Does your congregation have a brilliant mission idea, but lacks the funds to get it off the ground? Think about applying for an LLL Australia Mission Outreach Grant of up to $25,000. Applications… Read more
Australian Lutheran College enrolments open for 2022
Dip your toes in the water and study from home through the Discover program: Learn more by visiting Discover.
Farewell Bishop John Henderson
We will farewell Pastor John Henderson as Churchwide Bishop at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 28 Muller Rd, Greenacres SA, on Sunday 5 December at a 10am regular congregational service. Due to… Read more
Dedication of Worship and Ministry Centre at Good Shepherd, Noosa
We join the Good Shepherd congregation and college community in thanking God for their beautiful new worship and ministry facility. The dedication was performed by Bishop Mark Vainikka last Sunday… Read more
Applications Invited
St John’s Lutheran Church, Bundaberg, is looking for a caring person to fill the role of Faith Development Coordinator. The successful applicant will need to work with our Care Team… Read more
LLL Anniversary grants for congregations
The LLL is offering congregations the opportunity to commemorate its 100 year anniversary through a special grant program. They are offering congregations the opportunity to apply for a $2,500 grant… Read more
Are you being called to serve?
Dear Lutheran Friends, I am writing to encourage you to consider getting involved in some of the day to day management of our Church. We are excited for the future… Read more
National Church Life Survey update
Due to COVID, the survey period for the National Church Life Survey (NCLS) has been extended until February 2022. Churches will receive a survey kit to help them run the 2021… Read more
Stamps for Missions
Did you know that volunteers soak used postage stamps to raise $13,000-$15,000 annually to support LCA International mission projects? You can be part of this by posting your used stamps… Read more
LCAQD Governance: online briefings for Congregational Members
All LCAQD Active Congregational Members Grace and peace to you. As you may be aware the LCAQD has moved to the next phase of the governance change project with a… Read more
Do you want to become a Lutheran Hospital Chaplain?
Hospital Chaplaincy is a blessed way that God’s love can “come to life” and you can “come.listen.live.” – the last two LCA Convention of Synod themes. In going to meet… Read more
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Celebrate International Day of People with Disability with your Church!
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations (UN) recognised day held on 3 December each year to celebrate the contributions and achievements of people with disability…. Read more
Save the Date! Replenish 2022
Save the date! After a wonderful time away, the team at Replenish are planning one for 2022. Ladies, keep October 14-16, 2022 free!
Mission Outreach Grant for 2022
Does your congregation have a brilliant mission idea, but lacks the funds to get it off the ground? An LLL Australia Mission Outreach Grant of up to $25,000 to kick-start your local… Read more
