LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference – 2025
May 28 - May 30
The LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, through Friday, May 30, 2025, at Concordia University Irvine (CUI) in Irvine, Calif.
Under the theme “Baptized: Identity and Vocation in Campus Life,” the conference will feature plenary presentations by the Rev. Dr. Scott Stiegemeyer, Rev. Dr. David Loy, and Rev. Dr. Oesch.
This conference is for pastors, DCEs, deaconesses and others who are leading campus ministries in the LCMS. Its purpose is to:
- Facilitate networking among campus ministry leaders;
- Facilitate sharing of ideas; and
- Provide theological education and discussion, including plenary presentations, breakout sessions and a panel discussion.
The conference begins at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Wednesday, May 28, and ends with lunch at 12:15 p.m. on Friday, May 30. Read the schedule to see session times, topics and speakers.
There is no fee to attend. Lunch and dinner on May 28 and 29 as well as lunch on May 30 are included at no charge. The conference capacity is 70 participants.
Attendees may also reserve a complimentary room for the nights of May 28 and 29 on a first-come, first-served basis. On-campus dormitory rooms are single occupancy with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. If a spouse is staying in the room, there will be a cost of $70 per night on May 28 and 29. Additional nights cost $70.
If you are flying, the closest airport to the conference site is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is about 4 miles away from CUI. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Ontario International Airport (ONT) are both more than an hour away from the university. If you have travel questions, please email lcmsu@lcms.org.
Equipping Conference
International Student Ministry, an LCMS Recognized Service Organization, will host its annual Equipping Conference at Concordia University Irvine immediately after the LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference.
While this is a separate event, if you are planning to attend both, please be sure to register for housing for Friday, May 30.
More information is available on isminc.org.
