Notice Board
These notices are curated by the LCAQD M&M Department and sent to the audience of the LCAQD eNewsletter.
ALC’s Festival of Learning
ALC’s Festival of Learning will be held online from Wednesday, 16 February to Saturday, 19 February and provides an opportunity for people to come together in a celebration of education, faith, church-work and theology. The festival will be an ecumenical celebration that includes introductory sessions to the biblical languages, theology, practical and applied theology, Lutheran doctrine and thought and dialogues with the wider church. Each day there will be a panel discussion about a current issue facing the church, including issues around Christian education and changing ministry contexts, and on… Read more
Read More40 Days a Lenten Devotion and Prayer Guide
Through their reflections and prayer requests, the writers invite you to journey with them through this Lenten season as they explore the psalms and share the comfort and hope they bring.
Read MoreCalling for Expressions of Interest re Lutheran Education Queensland Finance & Development Committee (FDC) Membership
Expressions of Interest for membership of the Finance & Development Committee (FDC) are now being sought. Please click on this link for access to the Expression of Interest document. It would be appreciated if you could please promote this opportunity with suitable members of your community.
Read MoreVolunteers CARE Essentials Course
The Uniting Church in Queensland is offering introductory courses in pastoral care. Our volunteers from Lutheran Drought Aid Qld attended a course in 2021 and can highly recommend it. Courses are held in Brisbane as well as regionally. See https://ucaqld.com.au/about-us/chaplaincy/pastoral-care-volunteers/care-essentials-courses/ Or contact Barbara Betts Blue Care Chaplain Ph: 0418 882 460 b.betts@bluecare.org.au
Read MoreLCAQD Governance: online briefings for LCAQD Member Groups
As you are aware the LCAQD is continuing its work on the governance change project with a focus on further enhancing the governance model across the district. The Governance Advisory Committee (GAC) is due to report back on the production of a detailed and pragmatic Governance and supportive assurance model recommendation. The GAC is providing briefing sessions on the recommended model progress as well as an opportunity for any feedback and questions. The sessions dates/ times are listed below. Groups will be contacted separately with Zoom details, where possible. If… Read more
Read MoreInstallation Service for Pastor Paul Smith as Churchwide Bishop
The installation service for Pastor Paul Smith as Churchwide Bishop will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church (Flinder Street, Adelaide SA) on the 20th of February 2022 commencing at 3pm. Due to COVID restrictions, numbers are limited. The registration link will be available in January, via LCA eNews.
Read MoreLutheran Tract Mission has tracks for every occasion!
Visit their website to browse their collection! www.ltm.org.au
Read MoreQCT Workshops
Queensland Churches Together will be presenting two courses in March and April: ONLINE: Domestic Family violence Awareness workshops (link to the first flyer) Wednesday evenings in March: 2nd, 9th & 16th March at 7pm. Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/860411 There will be a charge of $45 pp for the workshop series. The charge allows us to continue providing and developing Domestic Family Violence resources and training to be used in churches and by pastoral carers/chaplains. IN-PERSON: Skills For Pastoral Care course (Learning the Language of Healing) (this one has the flyer link below)… Read more
Read MoreTonga Crisis
On Saturday 15 January, an underwater volcano eruption and tsunami in Tonga caused severe damage. The tsunami is estimated to have impacted around 1800+ households’ food supply across Tonga (around 5000 people). An undersea cable was damaged, cutting communications. Even satellite phones were dropping out after three or four minutes. The good news is ALWS can take your love and care to Tonga through our membership of the Church Agencies Network* here in Australia. The capacity of churches in Tonga to be delivery centres for aid is already being assessed. We pray for… Read more
Read MoreLatest PSD News & Training Dates
LCA Child Safety Standards for Congregations Safer Internet Day, 8 February 2022 Workplace safety guidance Read News Items Training | Website | FAQ | Subscribe to PSD eNews
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LCAQD Congregation Training Day Resources
A successful day of learning, sharing and equipping our congregations and a wonderful opportunity for congregational leaders and members to come together.
Read moreSeason of Creation resources
Season of Creation (1 September-4 October) is a time for Christians to come together in prayer and action for God’s creation.
Read moreQueensland Lutherans Step Out in Faith for Refugee Girls
On Saturday 8 August, more than 650 Queenslanders stepped out across Brisbane for Walk My Way, with a public witness of faith in action.
Read moreUnited in Hope, at Cairns and Atherton
While significant focus of the LCAQD’s United in Hope appeal has been on the more remote communities of Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Coen, here’s a look at the Cairns Parish.
Read moreFaith taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra
Faith is taking shape at St Mark’s Caloundra, with the help of a $14,000 LLL Australia Mission and Ministry Grant.
Read moreServing in Far North Queensland
Is God prompting you to serve in Far North Queensland? There is an ongoing need for a long-term spiritual leader in the region.
Read moreChurch Engagement: honouring our heritage, growing our future
Lutheran Services has introduced a new Church Engagement Lead role to strengthen relationships across our Lutheran community.
Read moreOrienteering Champs at Koojarewon
124 students from 44 Queensland schools raced around the Koojarewon Youth Camp in July, as part of the Sprint Event in the 2026 Qld Schools Orienteering Championships.
Read moreInstallation service for Rev Jaswanth Kukatlapalli
Sunday, 2 August was a day of great anticipation and joy for St John’s Lutheran Church, Corinda, installing a new pastor after a year’s vacancy.
Read moreBethlehem opens its doors
At the Bethlehem Lutheran Church Woongoolba we OPENED OUR DOORS to the community for a Community Thanksgiving Service.
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