LCAQD News
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Living Faithfully & Prayerfully Articles
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Community News Articles
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Notice Board
Quick news and updates within and around our district! This includes Jobs & Call updates
Events
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Job & Vacancies
A summary of current positions vacancies promoted through the District.
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.
St Luke’s Woodridge closing service
The congregation of St Luke’s Woodridge is relocating to their new place of worship at the Trinder Park Retirement Living chapel.
Children’s Outreach Director, Grace Lutheran Church Clontarf
Grace Lutheran Church is seeking a dedicated Children’s Outreach Director to lead and develop ministries that share the good news of Jesus with children and their families.
Vacancy: Chaplain, Pacific Lutheran College
This exciting role has a primary focus of growing opportunities for students to engage deeply in the spiritual life of the College.
LTM Advent devotional
The new LTM Advent Devotional has been completed and is available to all as a FREE resource to read during the Advent Season.
LYQ Lift launched!
LYQ held its inaugural LIFT Conference, where more than 50 emerging leaders gathered and explored practical leadership.
New LYQ Ministry Lead announced
Sarah Hoff-Zweck will begin a formal role as LYQ Ministry Lead, having recently been formally admitted to the SMP pathway.
St John’s Corinda 60th anniversary
Please RSVP to Saturday’s bring-and-share lunch (finger food) and presentation, and/or Sunday’s church service and morning tea by 8 Nov 2025.
Trivia Night at St Paul’s Nundah
Feast & Friends presents Trivia Night at St Paul’s Nundah. Join us for an evening of delicious food, friendly competition and prizes!
Give the gift of hope this Christmas
Lutheran Media invites you to be a message of hope in the lives of people who need to hear it, with new incentive ‘Gifts of Hope’ bags
Delegates meet for online Synod
On Saturday, 18 October 2025, 300 delegates gathered online for a Special Convention of the LCANZ General Synod.
QCT Meeting of the Assembly 2025 / Nicaea 1700th Celebration
The Queensland Churches Together Board and Leadership Group cordially invite you to a special Assembly meeting on 2 November 2025.
Get featured at the new Church House!
Want to see your church, its paraments or features represented at the new Church House Adelaide exhibition space?
Vacancy: Community Partnerships Coordinator, LYQ
Lutheran Youth of Queensland are on the lookout for a values-aligned business growth rockstar (a.k.a. Community Partnerships Coordinator)!
St John’s Corinda 60th Anniversary
You are invited to the 60th anniversary celebrations for St John’s Lutheran Church Corinda, on 22nd and 23rd November 2025.
St Matthew’s Maclagan 90th Anniversary
St Matthew’s Maclagan 90th Anniversary, 11am 2nd November 2025. Followed by a “bring and share” lunch. All welcome!
