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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully
Bethlehem’s taste for trivia raises funds for United in Hope
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Glencoe recently put on a great night of food and fellowship as a trivia night fundraiser for United in Hope.
In FNQ, the Gospel light shines
For Locum Pastor Rev David Spanagel, the days are long, but the years are short. Intending to retire in 2020, he is instead busier than ever.
Faith that spills over: everyday disciples in action
I remember one Christmas, when I was an self-conscious 12 year old, seeing one of the neighbour’s boys playing with a new gift he had received.
Community News
Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) update
From 1 July 2026, the Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) requires organisations that work with children to report, investigate, and manage allegations of child-related misconduct under the oversight of…
A joyful noise: music opens doors to collaboration
Here are two stories of music-making that serve as wonderful examples of the ‘open door to collaboration.’
Multipurpose Centre continues LORDS’ growth journey
Construction is progressing on a new Multipurpose Centre (MPC) as the latest chapter of the exciting growth story at LORDS takes shape.
In Memoriam: Howard Pohlner
In Memoriam: Howard Pohlner (25/01/1934–07/06/2026). Ordained 30 January 1966 (Woorak Vic); served Alice Springs NT (1966–1968), Hope Vale…
One church, one day, one powerful witness
Each year, Brisbane Walk My Way becomes more than just an event. It becomes a visible expression of our church community at its best:
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.
Alternate Delegates for LCA Convention of General Synod
The LCA’s Constitution and By-laws makes provision for the appointment of an alternate parish delegate for Convention of General Synod in the situation that a parish’s elected delegate cannot attend…. Read more
Change in the local church
Read the article here. Thank you Pastor Adrian Kitson from South Australia for expressing so succinctly the prayers and hopes of so many of us within the LCANZ. Shared from LCA… Read more
ELCA Scholarships
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has invited the LCANZ to participate in its annual International Scholarship Program. Under the program, the ELCA will provide a scholarship for a… Read more
Congregational Roles Manual Example
St Andrews congregation in Brisbane has produced a Roles Manual to describe their volunteer roles and guide volunteers as they serve within the congregation, and has given us permission to… Read more
PSD News & Updates 7 Sept 2021
National Child Protection Week – this week Articles: Too much time on screens? Screen time effects and guidelines for children and young people. What does the evidence tell us about… Read more
FREE CALENDAR
The Lutheran Media Calendar is full of inspiring competition photos and is great for gifts. Order your free Calendar for yourself or to give away as gifts at lutheranmedia.org.au/calendar or call… Read more
PSD News & Training Dates 25 Aug 2021
News from Blue Card Services National Child Protection Week, 5-11 September Who’s chatting to your kids (Qld Police) From the eSafety Commissioner New posters from Blue Card Services READ NEWS… Read more
Queensland Churches Together Newsletter
Featuring updates about Domestic & Family Violence Awareness Qld Churches Environmental Network National Council of Churches Australia Read the QCT newsletter
Video Competition
Enter your original and engaging video that tells an encouraging and inspiring story. Prize money on offer and every valid entry receives a thank you gift. For entry details, go to… Read more
Season of Creation Service
St Stephen’s Cathedral, Brisbane Tuesday 1st September 7pm From 1 September to 4 October Christians around the world celebrate Season of Creation. The theme for 2021 is “A home for… Read more
New Resource Helps with Funeral Plans
Preparing for my funeral is a new resource developed by the LCANZ’s Committee for Ministry with the Ageing. It is designed to take away some of the stress of preparing a funeral for… Read more
Your congregation’s LCA email address
Did you know that your congregation has an LCA email address that needs to be regularly monitored? This email address is where all communication from the LCA is sent, including… Read more
Are you checking your LCA email address?
Notice from LCA (10 Aug 2021) From 1 November we will no longer send communications to your private address. All messages from Churchwide offices will be sent to your LCA… Read more
Tribute for Lola Paech
In loving memory, daughter Judy Vitale and son Rob Paech share words of their mother, Lola Paech’s life.
Did You Know?
DID YOU KNOW? Did you know? “From 5 July 2021, it is an offence to fail to protect a child from a sexual offence in an institutional setting.” Did you… Read more
