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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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Events
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Job & Vacancies
A summary of current positions vacancies promoted through the District.
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.
Lutheran Theological Journal August Issue Available
The August issue of the Lutheran Theological Journal (LTJ*) is now available. This is a special themed issue containing contributions submitted by workers across the LCA/NZ with their reflections on… Read more
Report from LCANZ General Church Board
In February the LCANZ General Church Board (GCB) and College of Bishops (CoB) met for the second time to discuss the division in the church around the ordination of both… Read more
COVID-19 caution forces ALWS anniversary cancellation
COVID-19 infection risks, health guidelines, border restrictions and ongoing uncertainty have forced the cancellation of ALWS’s plans for public events to give thanks for 70 years of service. ALWS instead is… Read more
St Johns Lutheran School, Kingaroy makes the news!
St Johns Year 9 student Charlotte Landherr wins a national prize and will have her english work published in a new teaching resource used by Australian secondary students. Congratulations Charlotte!… Read more
Our Saviour Online Trivia Night Raised over $6,000!
On Saturday 22 August, Our Saviour and Hosts co-hosted an online trivia night to raise funds up to $5821 for ALWS that would go towards building a greenhouse to support the… Read more
First Assistant Bishop Mark Vainikka’s Fantastic Walk My Way Effort
Well done to all who have raised funds for ALWS’s Walk My Way fundraiser. Mark’s goal was to raise raise enough funds to send 35 refugee children to school in East… Read more
Cancellation of October Convention of District Synod 2020
The LCAQD District Church Board has made the difficult decision to cancel the planned one-day Convention of Synod set for 10 October, at Redeemer Lutheran College, Rochedale.
LLL AUSTRALIA APPOINTS NEW CEO
The LLL has announced the appointment of Ross Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ross will take over from Allen Kupke when he retires later this year. It is… Read more
The latest BORDER CROSSINGS is out now!
In this issue we remember the service of Rev Dr Joe Strelan in Papua New Guinea; learn about the recently established Lutheran Study Centre in Indonesia; hear about the work… Read more
LYQ’s Camps! What’s on Spring Holidays 2020
These spring holidays we have a bumper season of events for parents and children, juniors and seniors, and adult leaders to be involved in! Check out what’s on the schedule… Read more
Calling for NOMINATIONS
Despite the LCAQD Synod for 2020 being cancelled, we are still calling for nominations from suitable candidates for a variety of Councils of the departments of the District as well… Read more
LYQ’s Springboard 2020: A brand new camp adventure!
A new junior and senior camp this September! Camp Details: Dates: Monday 21 – Wednesday 23 September 2020 Ages: Junior (grades 3-6) and Senior (grades 7-12) Pricing: Early Bird $250… Read more
ALC Research Seminar
A Research Seminar from Australian Luther College Professor Wendy Mayer will present on ‘Narrative Patterns in Religious Conflict’ next Monday 3rd of August 2020, 1.30-2.30pm (SA time). To register see… Read more
Our Saviour Trivia Night ONLINE
Saturday, 22 August at 6.45pm See Facebook Event Here Invite your smartest friends and family over to your house for a night of fun and facts Registration is free at https://forms.gle/og92zfpXMTnKfM4c7… Read more
Important Blue Card News
No Card, No Start laws starting soon. Read more in the PSD Safe Church Training & News.
