Notice Board
These notices are curated by the LCAQD M&M Department and sent to the audience of the LCAQD eNewsletter.
Volunteers 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
Read MoreALWS Christmas Action Appeal
The people of South Sudan have been hit hard by disasters through 2020-21 Your Christmas Action donation is matched dollar for dollar to DOUBLE your impact. PLUS, your gift is tax-deductible! Please give your donation by Christmas. 1300 763 407 alws.org.au View full appeal notice.
Read MoreLatest PSD News & Training Dates
LCA Child Safety Standards for Congregations Blue Card News From the eSafety Commissioner Read News Items Training | Website | FAQ | Subscribe to PSD eNews
Read MoreFestival of Learning – registrations open mid-January
The Festival of Learning is a celebration open to anyone and everyone interested in thinking, talking and learning about God. The festival will have a range of offerings, both in person and online, including panel discussions, chapel services, presentations, a variety of electives and a dinner on the Saturday night.
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Queensland Lutheran Giving seeks board members
Queensland Lutheran Giving (QLG) is seeking up to five more board members, to assist in providing support to people in times of need.
Read moreCairns parish celebrates togetherness and new beginnings
Cairns has had much to celebrate as the community came together at a parish picnic, and then at the installation of a new Principal.
Read moreBalob founder honoured with King’s medal
Frederick Stolz OL OAM was awarded the King‘s Papua New Guinea 50th Anniversary Independence medal by his Excellency Sir Bob Dadae.
Read moreThank you for supporting the 2026 Lenten Appeal
A heartfelt thank you to Lutheran congregations across Queensland who generously gave more than $17,000 to the 2026 Lenten Appeal.
Read more‘Just breathe’ – a reflection on Replenish
Here are some words that reflect and describe some of the experiences I had on my first-ever retreat at Luther Heights with Replenish.
Read moreStamps for Mission
Is your congregation involved in the Stamps for Mission initiative? Stamps for Mission has raised over $500,000 to support ministry and mission projects!
Read moreLittle ones rejoice at LORDS
The Lutheran Holiday Program was held again this year in the September school holidays, at LORD’S school campus Pimpama.
Read moreHelp Intercept support young people in Moreton Bay region!
Help Intercept support young people in Moreton Bay region! A little practical support at the right time can open up new opportunities for a young person.
Read moreThe front door of grace: hospitality as mission
‘We’re a friendly church.’ Most of us would happily say that about our congregation. We smile, shake hands and offer coffee. But what happens after the hello?
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