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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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Events
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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.
We are seeking footage of your experience!
If you have some video footage or pictures of church services, your bible study group, youth group, worship band, family attending church together, or whatever it may be, from the past… Read more
Qld Govt Approved COVID Safe Industry Plan for Places of Worship
This information was emailed to congregational Pastors and Chairs on Tuesday June 9.
Church at Home 3 (from Grow Ministries) is available now – for 7 June to 26 July. It’s FREE
With many of our church buildings still closed, children’s ministry, youth groups and adult faith formation either suspended or online, households have the opportunity to bring faith alive in their… Read more
It’s not too early to be electing your delegates for Convention of General Synod 2021
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission has provided guidelines for conducting online AGMs. View or download the guidelines. Bear in mind there might be some state or territory variations. Your District… Read more
Kids home for the school holidays? LYQ Winter Camps are ONLINE!
This year LYQ will be offering a senior (grades 7-12) and a junior (grades 3-6) online camp in the first week of the school holidays, 29 June – 3 July… Read more
Have you sent us your latest details for your congregational office bearers?
Yes/No/Not sure? Please email them to reception@qld.lca.org.au so we can ensure that the right people receive the information they need.
Mission Outreach Grant Due Date
As the date of SYNOD has been confirmed, the MOG due date for applications will close on the 31st of July. More information about the MOG here.
LCA is producing a short video series on ‘What Lutheran’s Believe’
The first view videos are published and ready to view. You can see them here: LCA videos These videos will be a great resource and tool for sharing the gospel and… Read more
Latest LCA/NZ COVID-19 update
No.9 – 14 May 2020 View Bishop John Henderson’s latest advice to churches given the new lifted restrictions. See Advice
LCA Constitution survey closing May 31 – Young Adults Encouraged
The survey will take approximately 7 mins of your time. You can do this one of three ways: Firstly by completing this ‘young adult’ survey. You can also complete the… Read more
Advice from the Constitutions Committee about AGMs during COVID-19
According to the LCAQD model constitutions for congregations, the AGM is to be held within 5 months of the end of the financial year. The LCAQD Constitutions Committee has provided the… Read more
SYNOD 2020 – Saturday October 10th
The District Church Board has published the planned “alternate” date for District Synod 2020. The current plan is for a one-day Synod in the Brisbane area on October 10th. The… Read more
QLG Covid-19 Help Fund
COVID-19 NEEDS: How can I help? Queensland Lutheran Giving (QLG) has a tax deductible Necessitous Circumstances Fund to help people who do not have other resources available for meeting the… Read more
Shape the Future of the Church
Constitution survey closing May 31 The Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand is undertaking preparatory work before deciding how to update its Constitution. It wants to update its Constitution… Read more
Pastor Expression of Interest
Expression of Interest for a Pastor to Service the people of the Hopevale, Coen and Wujal Wujal Communities in Far North Queensland.
