One of the key functions of an ecumenical body like QCT is to open up neutral spaces in which its diverse members can meet and enter into dialogue. If there are no spaces available for such joint reflection and trust-building, it might hardly ever happen.

• The Commissions and Working Groups of QCT
  
• Associate Members of QCT
  
• The State Church Leaders' Meeting

The Commissions and Working Groups of QCT

Such spaces are created, for example, in dealing with particular issues in an ongoing way. We call such groups commissions. QCT has several commissions - these are listed below. There are also two working groups carrying out special tasks. Each of the commissions and working groups is made up of representatives of a broad spectrum of QCT Members. 

The Faith and Unity Commission

This commission provides an opportunity for representatives of the various churches with particular theological expertise and ecumenical experience to come together regularly. In the past the commission has looked at issues such as ecumenical worship, producing a set of guidelines. Presently the Faith and Unity Commission is finalizing a short brochure on the subject of  "packaged" courses for congregations, asking some fundamental questions. Watch this website for more information.

The Ecumenical Projects Team

Being in leadership positions in their respective churches, the members of the Ecumenical Projects Team (EPT) are able to support local ecumenical initiatives especially in areas of new urban growth. In 2006 the EPT hosted a workshop for decision-makers on financial and property matters in the member churches, outlining the key elements of the State Government's South-East Queensland Plan and its implications for churches.

The EPT has oversight over two working groups of QCT:

• Working Group on Religious Education and School Chaplaincy
  The aim of the Working Group is to provide a unified voice for the churches in their involvement with religious education and chaplaincy in state schools in Queensland. 
  
  Since these two areas of activity might be the most widespread ecumenical enterprises undertaken by churches state-wide, the issues surrounding them can be complex. Particular expertise is required to address them. The members all represent their churches on peak bodies with regard to RE and chaplaincy and are intimately involved in both fields.
  
  The Working Group maintains a dialogue with Education Queensland, Scripture Union and other significant stakeholders.
  
  As well as dealing with current issues, the Working Group is exploring ways of providing a unified voice for the Christian denominations involved in Religious Education and chaplaincy in Queensland State Schools. 
  
  The members of the Working Group are:
  Carole Danby – Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane
  David MacGregor – Uniting Church in Qld
  Jonathan Sargeant – Anglican Province of Queensland
  Meetings of the group are facilitated by the QCT General Secretary.
  
  
• Working Group on Tertiary Chaplaincy

The Liturgy Commission

The Liturgy Commission does not meet regularly but comes together to prepare ecumenical liturgies for special events, e.g. the commissioning service of a new colleague or the public worship service that took place during the recent forum of the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA), held on the Sunshine Coast.

The Commission for Christian World Service

This commission supports the work of the Project Officer for Christian World Service in Queensland. Its members bring to the commission a range of experience in development and justice issues. The CWS Commission also keeps abreast of developments in CWS at national level and discusses policy implications in the Queensland context.

The Commission for the Churches Together Indigenous People's Partnership (CTIPP)

Known as the CTIPP Committee, this commission supports the work of the Coordinator of the Churches Together Indigenous People's Partnership, a program unique to Queensland. Its membership is Indigenous and non-Indigenous. The CTIPP Committee assists in the advocacy efforts of CTIPP by promoting its work in the member churches and other bodies, as well as helping to maintain the networks necessary for this work.

Associate Members of QCT

QCT is closely linked to several organizations and local ecumenical groups which are not structurally part of QCT but share QCT's ecumenical vision and aims. Some of these are affiliated to QCT through Associate Membership.

State Church Leaders' Meeting

Spaces for ecumenical dialogue are also created at the level of church leadership. Though the annual State Church Leaders' Meeting is not run by QCT and not limited to QCT members, the QCT office assists in the facilitation of this event.

In addition, QCT encourages ecumenical cooperation at the local level, providing resources and speakers.