Armed Forces Day – 2026
The LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces encourages congregations to give thanks to God for our nation’s military veterans, service personnel, chaplains and families.
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LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference – 2026
The 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.
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LCMS Pastoral Formation Committee Listening Sessions — West-Southwest Region
District staff, pastors, commissioned workers and laity are invited to attend June 13 in Scottsdale, Ariz., and on June 15 in Kingwood, Texas.
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YouthLead Servant Event — June 2026
Camp Lutheranhaven: Albion, Ind. 1596 S 150 W, Albion, IN, United StatesAttendees will share Christ’s love through fun and fellowship with Burmese refugees in Fort Wayne, Ind., and the event also features large- and small-group time to develop Christian leadership skills.
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Church Worker Appreciation – Director of Christian Education
On June 26, 2026, we continue our year of church worker appreciation observances by thanking God for directors of Christian education (DCEs), one of the seven commissioned (auxiliary) offices that support the work of the Holy Ministry.
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LCMS National Convention – 2026
The 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is July 18-23, 2026, in downtown Phoenix.
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Concordia Plan Services lunch-and-learns
Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix, Ariz. 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesConcordia Plans will host six lunch-and-learns July 19-21 during the 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix.
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LCEF lunch-and-learn — ‘Strengthening and Sustaining Small(ish) Churches: The Basics and Beyond’
Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix, Ariz. 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDuring the 2026 LCMS Convention, Lutheran Church Extension Fund will host a free luncheon to highlight the eight key traits of a self-sustaining congregation in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
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Alliance Defending Freedom lunch-and-learn — ‘Your Ministry in the Public Square: Understanding Your Rights and Limitations’
Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix, Ariz. 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDuring the 2026 LCMS Convention, Alliance Defending Freedom will host a free luncheon to guide church and school leaders on how to engage in issues that affect public life within their legal rights and limitations.
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Lutheran Braille Workers lunch-and-learn — ‘Dining in the Dark’
Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix, Ariz. 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWhat would it be like to share a meal without sight? Join this unique opportunity to experience the daily realities of visual impairment while enjoying a complimentary box lunch.
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FORO — South Africa
LCMS missionaries and partners will discuss strategies to make disciples of all nations, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.
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YouthLead Training — March 2027
This year’s curriculum focus will be on apologetics, including how to understand and share Scripture and the resurrection of Jesus. Along with learning to teach this curriculum, we will lead youth in leadership skill development and building relationships with other young leaders.