Apr2019
I am sending you …
When the Risen Lord Jesus met his disciples behind those closed doors, he brought them deep joy and then sent them to be his witnesses to this good news.
Apr2019
Growing Church Young
In their book, Growing Young, (Baker Books, 2016) Powell, Mulder and Griffin share “6 essential strategies to help young people discover and love your church”
Apr2019
The Mission of Easter
The heart of mission … is an invitation to descend into the spaces of pain and confusion of those who do not yet know Jesus, and to ascend alongside others, as they discover the hope and the promise of the gospel.
Mar2019
Being a missional Church
In our work as a Ministry and Mission Department, we work collaboratively with LCAQD Congregations and Agencies to support God’s mission in our District. Here are a few examples of… Read more
Feb2019
2019 Mission Stimulus Grant promotion
The 2019 LCAQD Mission Stimulus Grant aims to enable congregations to set aside financial worries and focus on exploring new and innovative ways of connecting with their local communities through… Read more
Feb2019
LCAQD Mission Resources Grant information
The LLL has kindly provided the LCA Districts with a one-off grant of funds to assist congregations with resourcing their mission. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to congregations…. Read more
Mar2018
Lords students serving and learning through the inclusive sport program
Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School (LORDS) has been running the Inclusive Sport Program since 2016. ‘The program came about as a student-led initiative’, says Laura Robbins, Pastoral Care Coordinator Years… Read more
Feb2018
Walking alongside those who go and grow
Earlier this month, Pastor David Schmidt took up the position of Director of the LCAQD’s Ministry and Mission Department. ‘The term “director” can often be seen in a hierarchical sense’,… Read more