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Strengthening existing relationships and establishing new ones was a key focus for the LLL team as we proudly partnered with the seventh Australian Conference on Lutheran Education (ACLE7).
Supporting Lutheran schools is at the heart of what we do at LLL, so it was our great pleasure to sponsor this special event, held every four years, as 'Flourish' Principal Partner.
Over 600 delegates, including Principals, Teachers, Business Managers and key District stakeholders, from around the country attended this year's three-day event at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from 1-3 October.
Our display, with a stunning tree feature, complimentary coffee cart, and giveaways, was a popular meeting place during breaks in the engaging and dynamic convention program centred around the theme of 'Free to Flourish'.
Photos: The LLL tree (top) proved a popular meeting place. LCANZ Bishop Paul Smith (above) welcomes delegates to ACLE. Scott taking drink orders at LLL's coffee cart (bottom).
LLL team in attendance
CEO Karen Pienaar and Chief Relationship Officer Scott Ross led an LLL team that was delighted to catch up with old friends and makes new ones throughout the inspiring event.
"The positive atmosphere in the room was contagious," Scott said.
"We could feel the energy of the educators present, who all gathered to truly embrace the 'Free to Flourish' theme.
"It was uplifting to hear about the many wonderful Lutheran school communities that are creating educational spaces where every student has the opportunity to thrive in their learning and spiritual journey.
"We loved making new acquaintances and strengthening existing relationships."
LLL Team Members Sam, Rhianan, Shari and Justin were delighted to mingle with delegates in the convivial atmosphere under the tree, taking coffee orders and handing out giveaways including drink bottles and our distinctive red apple stress balls.
Justin, LLL's Head of IT, was honoured to collaborate with Michael of Digital Resilience to give a presentation on the importance of assessing the risks and controls needed for AI cybersecurity in a school context.
Photos: The LLL Team at the Governor Network Evening (top) and one of LLL's distinctive red apple stress balls (above).
Platinum Partners
We were also pleased to catch up with our friends and Platinum Partners Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS) and Lutheran Youth of Queensland (LYQ).
"We were blessed through the opportunity to join LLL across ACLE 7 to share our story, provide personal advocacy for our partnership, and highlight the positive impact of LLL for young people to grow in the Gospel," LYQ Executive Director Darren Pope said.
"Each day, your support makes a valuable and significant contribution toward the opportunity for young people to experience a grace community, share in the Gospel, and grow as leaders through attending experiences with LYQ."
Photos: It was great to see our friends Celia and Darren from our Platinum Partners ALWS and LYQ (above). Shari, Sam and Justin at our busy stand (below).
Watch our short ACLE7 video here:
