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SUMMARY:2025 Virginia March for Life in Richmond
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia March for Life is Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025 in Richmond. More information will be shared when we have additional details. Join us and witness to the sanctity of life. \nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-virginia-march-for-life-in-richmond/
LOCATION:Richmond\, Virginia\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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SUMMARY:Created Male and Female Parent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Created Male and Female Parent Retreat\, designed to support LCMS parents of children who are dealing with sexual orientation and gender identity issues\, will once again be offered next spring\, on April 8–12\, 2025. \nLCMS Family Ministry and the Created Male and Female Task Force have partnered together to offer this retreat. \nParticipants will leave with a godly approach to caring for children with sexual orientation and gender identity issues. \nRetreat leaders include: \n\nThe Rev. Christopher Esget\, LCMS fifth vice-president and chairman of the Created Male and Female Task Force;\n\n\nThe Rev. Dr. Mark Rockenbach\, professor of practical theology at Concordia Seminary\, St. Louis\, and task force member; and\n\n\nDeaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor\, Office of National Mission managing director\, Human Care and Ministerial Support.\n\nRegistration for the retreat is now open for all church workers. The deadline to register is Nov. 30. Registration will be capped at four married couples. \nAfter church workers have had a chance to register\, registration will be opened up to other LCMS members who have been recommended by their pastors or other church workers.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/created-male-and-female-parent-retreat/
LOCATION:TN
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SUMMARY:2025 Colorado March for Life in Denver
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Denver for the 2025 Colorado March for Life on Friday\, April 11\, at the State Capitol. The rally begins at 11:00am and the march at 12:00pm. More details to come. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-colorado-march-for-life-in-denver/
LOCATION:Colorado State Capitol\, 200 E. Colfax Ave.\, Denver\, CO\, 80203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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SUMMARY:2025 March on the Arch in St. Louis
DESCRIPTION:The annual March on the Arch is Saturday\, April 12 in St. Louis. \nThere will be sponsor tables\, including LCMS Life Ministry\, with information and resources. The rally begins at 11:00am at Aloe Plaza (across from Union Station\, 20th and Market Street). \nThe march begins at 12:00pm and ends at the Gateway Arch (the distance is just over a mile). Light refreshments will be provided for participants at the Arch grounds. \nJoin other Lutherans for this event and witness to the sanctity of life. Information on parking garages and metro stations can be found here\, but there is ample street parking as well. We look forward to seeing you there! \nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-march-on-the-arch-in-st-louis/
LOCATION:Aloe Plaza\, St. Louis\, MO\, 20\, S 20th St\,\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Palm Sunday\, also known as the Sunday of the Passion\, will be commemorated on Sunday\, April 13\, 2025. \nTo attend a Palm Sunday service\, visit locator.lcms.org/church to find a local Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod congregation. Enter your zip code and click “Search” to see a list of area churches\, service times\, and contact information. \nIf you are homebound\, traveling\, or otherwise unable to attend a service in person\, KFUO Radio airs worship services throughout the church year. Visit KFUO.org to view the schedule and listen to services. \nFind church near me \n\nLiturgical color for Palm Sunday\nScarlet will adorn the altar on Palm Sunday through Maundy Thursday. It is a color worth investing in because it stands in contrast to the traditional red that is used on Festival Sundays. Scarlet’s use during the somber days of Holy Week help to offer a different message. As the Manual on the Liturgy points out\, “scarlet is a color anciently associated with the passion … the color of blood” (p. 25). Violet may also be used where Scarlet vestments are not present. \n\nScripture readings for Palm Sunday\nThree-Year Series C Lectionary\n\nJohn 12:12–19 (Procession)\n\n\nDeut. 32:36–39\n\n\nPsalm 118:19–29 or Psalm 31:9–16\n\n\nPhil. 2:5–11\n\n\nLuke 22:1–23:56 or Luke 23:1–56 or John 12:20–43\n\nLectionary summary\nThe Cross and Passion of Our Lord Are the Hour of His Glor\nThe King of Israel comes into His royal glory by the path of humble obedience “to the point of death\, even death on a cross” (Phil. 2:8). He “goes as it has been determined” (Luke 22:22)\, according to the Scriptures\, willingly submitting to His Father’s plan for the salvation of sinners. “Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name” (Phil. 2:9). His suffering and death open the way of repentance for the forgiveness of sins because He goes to the cross bearing the sins of the world. In His resurrection\, God the Father vindicates His people and has compassion on His servants (Deut. 32:36). He kills to make alive; He wounds in order to heal. In remembrance of Him\, we praise God\, confessing “that Jesus Christ is Lord\, to the glory of God the Father” (Phil. 2:11) \n\nOne-Year Series Lectionary\n\nMatthew 21:1–9 (Procession) or John 12:12–19 (Procession)\n\n\nZechariah 9:9–12\n\n\nPsalm 118:19–29 or Psalm 31:9–16\n\n\nPhilippians 2:5–11\n\n\nMatthew 26:1—27:66 or Matthew 27:11–54\n\nLectionary summary\nThe Cross and Passion of Our Lord Are the Hour of His Glory\n“Behold\, your King is coming to you . . . humble and mounted on a donkey” (Zech. 9:9–12; Mt. 21:1–9). Our Lord rides in this humble fashion because He is entering Jerusalem to humble Himself even to the point of death on a cross (Phil. 2:5–11). His kingly crown will not be made of gold but of thorns\, the sign of sin’s curse. For His royal reign is displayed in bearing this curse for His people\, saving us from our enemies by sacrificing His own life. The sinless One takes the place of the sinner so that the sinner can be freed and bear the name “Barabbas\,” “son of the Father” (Matthew 26 and 27). It is at the name of this exalted Savior\, Jesus\, that we bow in humble faith. With the centurion who declared\, “Truly this was the Son of God!” (Mt. 27:54)\, we are also given to confess that Jesus Christ is Lord\, to the glory of God the Father (Phil. 2:11). \n\nLCMS Worship\n\nlcms.org/worship\n\n\nWorship planning resources\n\n\nSubscribe to monthly resources email\n\nFind church near me
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/palm-sunday-series-c-and-one-year-series/
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CATEGORIES:Church Year
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417
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SUMMARY:Holy (Maundy) Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Maundy Thursday\, also known as Holy Thursday\, will be commemorated on Thursday\, April 17\, 2025.\n\nTo attend a Maundy Thursday service\, visit locator.lcms.org/church to find a local Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod congregation. Enter your zip code and click “Search” to see a list of area churches\, service times\, and contact information.\n\nIf you are homebound\, traveling\, or otherwise unable to attend a service in person\, KFUO Radio airs worship services throughout the church year. Visit KFUO.org to view the schedule and listen to services.\n\nFind church near me\n\n\n\nLiturgical colors for Holy (Maundy) Thursday\nScarlet will adorn the altar on Palm Sunday through Maundy Thursday. It is a color worth investing in because it stands in contrast to the traditional red that is used on Festival Sundays. Scarlet’s use during the somber days of Holy Week help to offer a different message. As the Manual on the Liturgy points out\, “scarlet is a color anciently associated with the passion … the color of blood” (p. 25).\n\nViolet may also be used where Scarlet vestments are not present. In some places\, White may also be used indicating that this is a high feast of Christ who instituted the Blessed Sacrament on this night.\n\n\n\nThree-Year Series C\nScripture readings\n\n 	Psalm 116:12–19\n\n\n 	Jer. 31:31–34 or Ex. 12:1–14\n\n\n 	Heb. 10:15–25 or 1 Cor. 11:23–32\n\n\n 	Luke 22:7–20 or John 13:1–17\, 31b–35\n\nLectionary summary\nLet Us Love One Another\, as Christ Jesus Has Loved Us\nBy Holy Baptism\, “with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water” (Heb. 10:22)\, we enter the holy place with Jesus. For Jesus is our Passover Lamb who has been sacrificed for us. He reclines at table with us and feeds us with His own flesh and blood: “the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain” (Heb. 10:20). In Christ\, the Lord remembers us in mercy and remembers our sin no more; He forgives us all our iniquity (Jer. 31:34; Heb. 10:17). With such love\, He “loved his own who were in the world\,” and He even loves us “to the end” (John 13:1). As He washes us and feeds us in love\, let us love one another\, just as He has loved us (John 13:34).\n\n\n\nOne-Year Series\nScripture readings\n\n 	Psalm 116:12–19\n\n\n 	Exodus 12:1–14 or Exodus 24:3–11\n\n\n 	1 Corinthians 11:23–32\n\n\n 	John 13:1–15 (34–35)\n\nLectionary summary\nLet Us Love One Another\, as Christ Jesus Has Loved Us\n“For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup\, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes” (1 Cor. 11:26). By eating His body and drinking His blood\, we proclaim to all the world that Jesus is\, indeed\, our Passover Lamb (Ex. 12:1–14)\, who was sacrificed for us on Calvary. In Christ\, the Lord remembers us in mercy and remembers our sin no more; He forgives us all our iniquity. With such love\, he “loved His own who were in the world\,” and even loves us “to the end” (John 13:1). As He washes us and feeds us in love\, let us love one another\, just as He has loved us (John 13:34).\n\n\n\nLCMS Worship\n\n 	lcms.org/worship\n\n\n 	Worship planning resources\n\n\n 	Subscribe to monthly resources email\n\nFind church near me
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/holy-maundy-thursday-series-c-and-one-year-series/
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CATEGORIES:Church Year
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SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday will be commemorated on Friday\, April 18\, 2025. \nOn this day\, we remember when Jesus\, the Lamb of God\, was led to the slaughter of His cross as the Sacrifice of Atonement for the sin of the world. \nTo attend a Good Friday service\, visit locator.lcms.org/church to find a local Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod congregation. Enter your zip code and click “Search” to see a list of area churches\, service times\, and contact information. \nIf you are homebound\, traveling\, or otherwise unable to attend a service in person\, KFUO Radio airs worship services throughout the church year. Visit KFUO.org to view the schedule and listen to services. \nFind church near me \n\nLiturgical color for Good Friday\nThe altar will be adorned with black. The calendar calls for its use only twice — Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. There’s no mistaking the message that this sober color gives. Black is the absence of light. Good Friday\, or Black Friday in combination with Ash Wednesday\, calls for sober reflection on the cost of our redemption. \nWithout Christ’s sacrifice on the day the sky turned dark and hid the light of the sun\, there would be no bright Light of Christ to live in\, nor new life in Christ to enjoy. \n\nThree-Year Series C\nScripture readings\n\nPsalm 22 or Psalm 31\n\n\nIsaiah 52:13—53:12\n\n\nHebrews 4:14-16; 5:7–9\n\n\nJohn 18:1-19:42 or John 19:17-30\n\nLectionary summary\nBehold the Lamb of God\, Who Takes Away the Sin of the World\nJesus\, the Lamb of God\, is led to the slaughter of His cross as the Sacrifice of Atonement for the sin of the world. “Despised and rejected by men\, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief” (Is. 53:3)\, He is the righteous Servant who justifies many by His innocent suffering and death. He bears our griefs and sorrows; He is wounded for our transgressions; He is crushed for our iniquities; He suffers our chastisement; “and with his wounds we are healed” (Is. 53:4–5). As the Son of God\, He fulfills the Law for us in human flesh\, and so fulfills the Scriptures (John 19:7\, 24). In perfect faith and faithfulness\, He shares all our weaknesses and temptations\, “yet without sin” (Heb. 4:15). As our merciful High Priest\, He brings us to the Father in peace\, “makes intercession for the transgressors” (Is. 53:12) and joins our prayers to His own\, so that we are heard “because of his reverence” (Heb. 5:7). From His cross\, He gives us His Spirit (John 19:30)\, washes us with water from His side and covers us with His blood (John 19:34). \n\nOne-Year Series\nScripture readings\n\nPsalm 22 or Psalm 31\n\n\nIsaiah 52:13-53:12\n\n\n2 Corinthians 5:14–21\n\n\nJohn 18:1-19:42\n\nLectionary summary\nBehold the Lamb of God\, Who Takes Away the Sin of the World\nJesus\, the Lamb of God\, is led to the slaughter of His cross as the sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the world. “Despised and rejected by men; a man of sorrows\, and acquainted with grief” (Is. 53:3)\, He is the righteous Servant who justifies many by His innocent suffering and death. He bears our griefs and carries our sorrows; He is wounded for our transgressions; He is crushed for our iniquities; He suffers our chastisement\, so that “with His stripes we are healed” (Is. 53:4–5). As the Son of God\, He fulfills the Law for us in human flesh\, and so fulfills the Scriptures (John 19:7\, 24). For in Christ\, “God was reconciling the whole world to Himself\, not counting their trespasses against them” (2 Cor. 5:19). \n\nLCMS Worship\n\nlcms.org/worship\n\n\nWorship planning resources\n\n\nSubscribe to monthly resources email\n\nFind church near me
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/good-friday-series-c-and-one-year-series/
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CATEGORIES:Church Year
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
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SUMMARY:Easter
DESCRIPTION:Easter — the Resurrection of Our Lord — will be celebrated on Sunday\, April 20\, 2025. \nBy the shed blood of Christ\, eternal death has passed over us\, and now we pass with Christ through death into life everlasting. For Christ the crucified One is risen! \nTo attend an Easter service\, visit locator.lcms.org/church to find a local Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod congregation. Enter your zip code and click “Search” to see a list of area churches\, service times\, and contact information. \nIf you are homebound\, traveling\, or otherwise unable to attend a service in person\, KFUO Radio airs worship services throughout the church year. Visit KFUO.org to view the schedule and listen to services. \nFind a church near me \n\nLiturgical colors for Easter\nThe altar will be adorned with white\, which is the color of purity and completeness and the color for all major feasts of Christ. The theme for the “great fifty days” of Easter is supported by the use of white. This color\, used primarily during these Sundays\, assists in bearing the message that “though your sins be as scarlet\, they shall be white as snow.” Christ’s triumph from the grave on Resurrection day is the cause for our rejoicing. His purity before his Father becomes our purity. White reinforces that message of joy. \nGold may also be used for Easter Sunday and major feasts of Christ. Gold represents value and worth. The golden festival of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the event that gives our lives meaning and worth. He is worthy of our praise as we adorn his altar with the color of splendor. \n\nThree-Year Series C\nScripture readings\n\nPsalm 16\n\n\nIsaiah 65:17–25\n\n\n1 Cor. 15:19–26\n\n\nLuke 24:1–12\n\nLectionary summary\nChrist’s Resurrection Is the Firstfruits of the New Creation\nThe Lord has promised to “create new heavens and a new earth” (Is. 65:17)\, in which His people shall abide in peace and joy. That new creation has begun in the bodily resurrection of Christ Jesus. All the baptized belong to that new creation. Reborn of water and the Holy Spirit\, they are “the offspring of the blessed of the LORD” (Is. 65:23). The Lord rejoices and is glad in them; He hears and answers their prayers. For “if in Christ we have hope in this life only\, we are of all people most to be pitied” (1 Cor. 15:19). But Christ Jesus has been raised\, “the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Cor. 15:20). We may be “perplexed about this” (Luke 24:4)\, perhaps even frightened and brought to our knees\, because it seems like an “idle tale” (Luke 24:11). But faith clings to the Word of Christ and finds His resurrected body — not in the tomb\, but in His Holy Supper. \n\nOne-Year Series\nScripture readings\n\nPsalm 118:15–29\n\n\nJob 19:23–27\n\n\n1 Corinthians 5:6–8 or 1 Corinthians 15:51–57\n\n\nMark 16:1–8\n\nLectionary summary\nChrist’s Resurrection Means That We Will One Day Be Raised\n“Christ\, our Passover lamb\, has been sacrificed” (1 Cor. 5:7). By the shed blood of Christ\, the Lamb of God\, eternal death has passed over us. Now we pass with Christ through death into life everlasting. For Christ the crucified One is risen! The stone has been rolled away from the tomb\, revealing that the tomb could not hold Him (Mark 16:1–8). Now our Redeemer lives eternally to save us from sin and Satan and the grave\, and we can live in the sure hope of our own bodily resurrection with Christ. “After my skin has been thus destroyed\, yet in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26). Feasting on the living Christ\, who is our meat and drink indeed\, we boldly say: “O death\, where is your victory? O death\, where is your sting? . . . But thanks be to God\, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Cor. 15:54–55\, 57). \n\nLCMS Worship\n\nlcms.org/worship\n\n\nWorship planning resources\n\n\nSubscribe to monthly resources email\n\nFind a church near me
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/easter-series-c-and-one-year-series/
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CATEGORIES:Church Year
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SUMMARY:Council of Presidents - April 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Council of Presidents is scheduled to meet on April 26-May 1\, 2025. \nThe President\, vice-presidents\, and district presidents of the Synod comprise the 42-member Council of Presidents\, which meets four times each year to provide opportunity for mutual counsel regarding the doctrine and administration of the Synod and to edify and support one another in the work that they share\, those responsibilities found throughout the Constitution and Bylaws of the Synod.
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LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250429
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240910T192010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T155845Z
UID:10001423-1745798400-1745884799@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:Church Worker Appreciation – Director of Parish Music
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod historically has designated one month of the year for showing appreciation to our church workers\, who serve us in a multitude of ways as they preach\, teach and care for God’s people in body and soul. \nIn 2024–2025\, we have planned a year’s worth of observances to highlight the many different kinds of workers who serve the church and to give thanks for all of them and the indispensable and sacrificial work that they do: \n\nOct. 13 — Pastor Appreciation\n\n\nOct. 25 — Deaconess\, Director of Family Life Ministry\, Director of Christian Outreach\, and Director of Church Ministries Appreciation\n\n\nApril 28 — Director of Parish Music Appreciation\n\n\nMay 5–9 — Teacher Appreciation\n\n\nJune 26 — Director of Christian Education Appreciation\n\nOn April 28\, 2025\, we will continue our year of church worker appreciation observances by thanking God for directors of parish music\, one of the seven commissioned (auxiliary) offices that support the work of the Holy Ministry. \nThe LCMS offers suggestions and resources to show your gratitude and support for parish music directors. \nView resources \n\nLCMS Worker Wellness\n\nlcms.org/worker-wellness\nworkerwellness@lcms.org\n\n  \nSet Apart to Serve — LCMS church work recruitment initiative\n\nlcms.org/set-apart-to-serve\n\n\nsetapart2serve@lcms.org
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/church-worker-appreciation-director-of-parish-music/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Special Occasions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240923T191502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T154746Z
UID:10001430-1746057600-1746143999@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:2025 Midwest March for Life in Jefferson City\, Mo.
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Midwest March for Life is Thursday\, May 1\, in Jefferson City\, Mo. Sign up to join us as we witness to the sanctity of life in Missouri’s capital. The events of the day include speakers\, a prayer walk at the Capitol Rotunda\, and a Youth Rally. \nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-midwest-march-for-life-in-jefferson-city-mo/
LOCATION:Jefferson City\, MO\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Life Ministry":MAILTO:lifeministry@lcms.org
GEO:37.9642529;-91.8318334
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20230922T182821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T183514Z
UID:10001269-1746057600-1746230399@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS Board for International Mission meeting – May 1-2\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The LCMS Board for International Mission is scheduled to meet on May 1-2\, 2025\, in St. Louis. \nThe Board for International Mission is charged with developing and determining policies in support of mission and ministry in foreign countries for the Office of International Mission.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/board-for-international-mission-meeting-may-1-2-2025/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Board for International Mission,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240627T211719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T211713Z
UID:10001387-1746057600-1746316799@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS Wyoming District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Wyoming District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, May 1\, to Saturday\, May 3\, in Casper\, Wyo.\, at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Wyoming District Office \n\nProfile — Wyoming District\n\n\nWeb — wylcms.org\n\n\nEmail — thoff@wylcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 307-265-9000
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/wyoming-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center: Casper\, Wyo.\, 800 N. Poplar Street\, Casper\, WY\, 82601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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GEO:42.8595163;-106.3344961
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center: Casper Wyo. 800 N. Poplar Street Casper WY 82601 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 N. Poplar Street:geo:-106.3344961,42.8595163
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240910T194310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T160019Z
UID:10001424-1746403200-1746835199@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:Church Worker Appreciation – Teacher
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod historically has designated one month of the year for showing appreciation to our church workers\, who serve us in a multitude of ways as they preach\, teach and care for God’s people in body and soul. \nIn 2024–2025\, we have planned a year’s worth of observances to highlight the many different kinds of workers who serve the church and to give thanks for all of them and the indispensable and sacrificial work that they do: \n\nOct. 13 — Pastor Appreciation\n\n\nOct. 25 — Deaconess\, Director of Family Life Ministry\, Director of Christian Outreach\, and Director of Church Ministries Appreciation\n\n\nApril 28 — Director of Parish Music Appreciation\n\n\nMay 5–9 — Teacher Appreciation\n\n\nJune 26 — Director of Christian Education Appreciation\n\nDuring the week of May 5–9\, 2025\, we will continue our year of church worker appreciation by thanking God for school teachers\, one of the seven commissioned (auxiliary) offices that support the work of the Holy Ministry. \nThe LCMS offers suggestions and resources to show your gratitude and support for teachers. \nView resources \n\nLCMS Worker Wellness\n\nlcms.org/worker-wellness\nworkerwellness@lcms.org\n\n  \nSet Apart to Serve — LCMS church work recruitment initiative\n\nlcms.org/set-apart-to-serve\n\n\nsetapart2serve@lcms.org
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/church-worker-appreciation-teacher/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Special Occasions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20231023T192358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T192358Z
UID:10001305-1746662400-1746835199@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:Board for National Mission - May 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:The LCMS Board for National Mission is scheduled to meet on Thursday\, May 8\, and on Friday\, May 9\, 2025. \nThe Board for National Mission is charged with developing and determining policies for the coordination of and in support of district ministries which support congregations and schools. \nRead more about the LCMS Board for National Mission.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/board-for-national-mission-may-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Board for National Mission,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240627T223858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T211807Z
UID:10001392-1746662400-1746835199@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS Southeastern District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Southeastern District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, May 8\, and Friday\, May 9\, in Richmond\, Va.\, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Richmond-Midlothian. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Southeastern District Office \n\nProfile — Southeastern District\n\n\nWeb — se.lcms.org\n\n\nEmail — sed@se.lcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 703-971-9371
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/southeastern-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel: Richmond-Midlothian\, Va.\, 1021 Koger Center Boulevard\, Richmond\, VA\, 23235\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Southeastern District":MAILTO:sed@se.lcms.org
GEO:37.5094021;-77.5985118
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel: Richmond-Midlothian Va. 1021 Koger Center Boulevard Richmond VA 23235 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1021 Koger Center Boulevard:geo:-77.5985118,37.5094021
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20250224T162431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T174747Z
UID:10001451-1746867600-1746892800@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:2025 Toronto March for Life
DESCRIPTION:The Toronto March for Life is May 10. The day will begin with Divine Service at 9:00am at St. Paul Lutheran Church (1424 Davenport Road\, Toronto). \nThe LCMS English District President\, Rev. Jeffrey Miskus\, will lead worship.  The march is at Queen’s Park (marchers can carpool from the church) from 11:30am to 1:30pm followed by lunch and workshops from 1:30pm to 4:00pm (location site details will be provided the day of the march at the Divine Service). \nAn accompanist to play for the service is needed. Contact Glenn Kahle with questions at Kahle123@rogers.com or at +1-519-616-3536. We hope that you can join other Lutherans and witness to the sanctity of life. \nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-toronto-march-for-life/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Church: Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, 1424 Davenport Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Life Ministry":MAILTO:lifeministry@lcms.org
GEO:43.6728513;-79.4426301
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Paul Lutheran Church: Toronto Ontario Canada 1424 Davenport Road Toronto Ontario M6H2H8 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1424 Davenport Road:geo:-79.4426301,43.6728513
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240627T213942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T211951Z
UID:10001388-1747267200-1747526399@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS California-Nevada-Hawaii District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 California-Nevada-Hawaii District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, May 15\, to Saturday\, May 17\, in Sacramento\, Calif.\, at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West Hotel. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS California-Nevada-Hawaii District Office \n\nProfile — California-Nevada-Hawaii District\n\n\nWeb — cnh-lcms.org\n\n\nEmail — prescnh@cnh-lcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 925-245-4000
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/california-nevada-hawaii-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Hilton Sacramento Arden West Hotel: Sacramento\, Calif.\, 2200 Harvard Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS California-Nevada-Hawaii District":MAILTO:info@cnh-lcms.org
GEO:38.6072374;-121.433483
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hilton Sacramento Arden West Hotel: Sacramento Calif. 2200 Harvard Street Sacramento CA 95815 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2200 Harvard Street:geo:-121.433483,38.6072374
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20250305T213405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T223137Z
UID:10001452-1747440000-1747526399@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:Armed Forces Day - 2025
DESCRIPTION:Armed Forces Day is on Saturday\, May 17\, 2025\, and congregations of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod may commemorate the holiday during weekend worship services. \nThe LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces encourages congregations to give thanks to God for our nation’s military veterans\, service personnel\, chaplains and families who have faithfully answered the call to serve. \nLCMS congregations may plan their commemorations with the help of free resources\, including: \n\nIntroduction letter\n\n\nSermon by Rev. Chaplain (Captain) Kyle D. Mietzner\n\n\nBulletin inserts: General (Color)\n\n\nBulletin inserts: General (Black-and-White)\n\n\nBulletin inserts: Responsive Prayer and Ministry-By-Mail\n\n\nOther 2025 celebrations\n\nMemorial Day is Monday\, May 26\, and may be commemorated on Sunday\, May 25.\n\n\nIndependence Day is Friday\, July 4\, and may be commemorated on Sunday\, July 6.\n\n\nVeterans Day is Tuesday\, Nov. 11\, and may be commemorated on Sunday\, Nov. 9.\n\n\nAny Saturday and/or Sunday of your choice.\n\nFor more information and resources\, visit lcms.org/armedforces.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/armed-forces-day-2025/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Special Events,Special Occasions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Lutheran Church%E2%80%94Missouri Synod":MAILTO:help@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20250409T030557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T030557Z
UID:10001455-1747440000-1747526399@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:2025 Oregon March for Life in Salem
DESCRIPTION:The Oregon March for Life is Saturday\, May 17th in Salem. Come and march at the Oregon State Capitol (900 Court Street NE) and witness to the sanctity of life. The march will begin at 2:30pm. We will gather 15 minutes prior to the march. Look for the Lutherans with the LCMS Life Ministry banner and lime green hats. After the march we will take a group photo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-oregon-march-for-life-in-salem/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Life Ministry":MAILTO:lifeministry@lcms.org
GEO:44.9385927;-123.0309337
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oregon State Capitol 900 Court St NE Salem OR 97301 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Court St NE:geo:-123.0309337,44.9385927
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20231020T193634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T194918Z
UID:10001296-1747958400-1748131199@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS Board of Directors - May 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Board of Directors is scheduled to meet on May. 23-24\, 2025\, in St. Louis. \nThe Board of Directors is the legal representative of the LCMS\, and it is the custodian of all the property of the Synod — directly or by its delegation of such authority to an agency of the Synod. \nThe BOD exercises supervision over all the property and business affairs of the Synod\, except in those areas where it has delegated such authority to an agency of the Synod or where the voting members of the Synod\, through the adoption of bylaws or by other convention action\, have assigned specific areas of responsibility to separate corporate or trust entities. \nIn such circumstances\, the BOD retains general oversight responsibility as defined in Synod Bylaws.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/lcms-board-of-directors-may-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:LCMS Board of Directors,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Board of Directors":MAILTO:bod@lcms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20250219T010238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T203514Z
UID:10001449-1748390400-1748649599@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference - 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nUnder 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. \nThis conference is for pastors\, DCEs\, deaconesses and others who are leading campus ministries in the LCMS. Its purpose is to: \n\nFacilitate networking among campus ministry leaders;\n\n\nFacilitate sharing of ideas; and\n\n\nProvide theological education and discussion\, including plenary presentations\, breakout sessions and a panel discussion.\n\nThe 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. \nThere 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. \nAttendees 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. \nIf 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. \nView conference schedule \nRegister now \n\nEquipping Conference\nInternational 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. \nWhile this is a separate event\, if you are planning to attend both\, please be sure to register for housing for Friday\, May 30. \nMore information is available on isminc.org.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/lcms-u-campus-ministry-staff-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Concordia University Irvine — Irvine\, Calif.\, 1530 Concordia West\, Irvine\, CA\, 92612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Featured Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Campus Ministry":MAILTO:lcmsu@lcms.org
GEO:33.6549738;-117.8110512
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concordia University Irvine — Irvine Calif. 1530 Concordia West Irvine CA 92612 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1530 Concordia West:geo:-117.8110512,33.6549738
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260404T091307
CREATED:20240627T221624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T212040Z
UID:10001390-1748476800-1748649599@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS Rocky Mountain District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Rocky Mountain District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, May 29\, and Friday\, May 30\, at the Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows in Lone Tree\, Colo. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Rocky Mountain District Office \n\nProfile — Rocky Mountain District\n\n\nWeb — rm.lcms.org\n\n\nEmail — info@rm.lcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 303-695-8001
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/rocky-mountain-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows: Lone Tree\, Colo.\, 10345 Park Meadows Drive\, Lone Tree\, CO\, 80124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Rocky Mountain District":MAILTO:info@rm.lcms.org
GEO:39.5413904;-104.8701353
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows: Lone Tree Colo. 10345 Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree CO 80124 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10345 Park Meadows Drive:geo:-104.8701353,39.5413904
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTSTAMP:20260404T091308
CREATED:20240627T223447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T212145Z
UID:10001391-1748736000-1748908799@calendar.lcms.org
SUMMARY:LCMS North Wisconsin District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 North Wisconsin District Convention is scheduled for Sunday\, June 1\, and Monday\, June 2\, in Rothschild\, Wis.\, at the Central Wisconsin Convention and Expo Center. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS North Wisconsin District Office \n\nProfile — North Wisconsin District\n\n\nWeb — nwdlcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 715-845-8241
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/north-wisconsin-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Central Wisconsin Convention and Expo Center: Rothschild\, Wis.\, 10101 Market Street\, Rothschild\, WI\, 54474\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTSTAMP:20260404T091308
CREATED:20240628T153046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T225549Z
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SUMMARY:LCMS Kansas District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Kansas District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, June 5\, and Friday\, June 6\, in Salina\, Kan.\, at Tony’s Pizza Event Center. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Kansas District Office \n\nProfile — Kansas District\n\n\nWeb — kslcms.org\n\n\nEmail — ksdconvention@kslcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 785-357-4441
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/kansas-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Tony’s Pizza Event Center: Salina\, Kan.\, 800 The Midway\, Salina\, KS\, 67401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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SUMMARY:LCMS Florida-Georgia District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Florida-Georgia District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, June 5\, to Saturday\, June 7\, in Kissimmee\, Fla.\, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Florida-Georgia District Office \n\nProfile — Florida-Georgia District\n\n\nWeb — flgadistrict.org\n\n\nEmail — communications@flgadistrict.org\n\n\nPhone — 407-857-5556
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/florida-georgia-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South: Kissimmee\, Fla.\, 4955 Kyngs Heath Road\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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GEO:28.3362486;-81.481282
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260404T091308
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SUMMARY:LCMS Texas District Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 LCMS Texas District Convention is scheduled for Thursday\, June 5\, to Saturday\, June 7\, in Houston\, Texas\, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Texas District Office \n\nProfile — Texas District\n\n\nWeb — txlcms.org\n\n\nEmail — info@txlcms.org\n\n\nPhone — 512-926-4272
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/texas-district-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Gloria Dei Lutheran Church: Houston\, Texas\, 18220 Upper Day Road\, Houston\, TX\, 77058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Texas District":MAILTO:info@txlcms.org
GEO:29.5642078;-95.0911062
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260404T091308
CREATED:20250428T201413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T201620Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Oklahoma March for Life in Oklahoma City
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Oklahoma March for Life in Oklahoma City is Saturday\, June 7. Register to witness to the sanctity of life. \nRegister Now \n\n 
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/2025-oklahoma-march-for-life-in-oklahoma-city/
LOCATION:Oklahoma City\, Oklahoma\, OK\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pro-life events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCMS Life Ministry":MAILTO:lifeministry@lcms.org
GEO:40.4172871;-82.907123
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260404T091308
CREATED:20240716T205607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T205636Z
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SUMMARY:Pentecost
DESCRIPTION:The Day of Pentecost will be celebrated on Sunday\, June 8\, 2025. \nTo attend a Pentecost service\, visit locator.lcms.org/church to find a local Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod congregation. Enter your zip code and click “Search” to see a list of area churches\, service times\, and contact information. \nIf you are homebound\, traveling\, or otherwise unable to attend a service in person\, KFUO Radio airs worship services throughout the church year. Visit KFUO.org to view the schedule and listen to services. \nFind church near me \n\nWhat is Pentecost?\nThe word “Pentecost” (pronounced PEN-tuh-kost) comes from the Greek word pentekostos which means “fiftieth.” Exactly 50 days after Jesus rose from the dead\, the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples in the form of flames of fire. \n\nBulletin inserts\nKids in the Divine Service — Pentecost \n\nEnglish\n\n\nSpanish\n\n\nLiturgical color for Pentecost\nThe altar will be adorned with red. Red is a power color and is appropriate for use on Pentecost Sunday. On this day we remember the power and fire of “the Lord and Giver of Life\,” who revealed himself as the promised one. The color red communicates the motif of strength-strength and power the Holy Spirit gives in order for God’s people to call on the name of Jesus Christ and share that powerful name with others. \n\nThree-Year Series C and One-Year Series\nScripture readings\n\nPsalm 143\n\n\nGen. 11:1–9\n\n\nActs 2:1–21\n\n\nJohn 14:23–31\n\nLectionary summary\nThe Holy Spirit Gives Peace\nFollowing the flood\, Noahs descendants failed to spread out and fill the earth as God had spoken. Rather\, they exalted themselves; with one language and the same words (Gen. 11:1)\, they spoke proudly and arrogantly. The Lord humbled them by confusing the language of all the earth\,dividing and dispersing the people (Gen. 11:9). That dispersal was reversed on Pentecost Day (the 50th day of Easter)\, when God caused the one Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to be preached in a multitude of languages. At this sound the multitude came together (Acts 2:6)\, for the preaching of Christ is the primary work of the Holy Spirit\, whereby He gathers people from all nations into one Church. The Holy Spirit teaches and brings to our remembrance the words of Jesus\, which are the words of the Father who sent Him. These words bestow forgiveness and peace to those who keep and hold on to them in love for Jesus. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled\, neither let them be afraid” (John 14:27). \n\nLCMS Worship\n\nlcms.org/worship\n\n\nWorship planning resources\n\n\nSubscribe to monthly resources email\n\nFind church near me
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/pentecost-series-c-and-one-year-series/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Church Year
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SUMMARY:LCMS Iowa District West Convention — 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s 2025 Iowa District West Convention is scheduled for Sunday\, June 8\, to Tuesday\, June 10\, in Milford\, Iowa\, at Camp Okoboji. \nDistrict conventions\, which are held every three years by each of the Synod’s 35 districts\, take place the year before the triennial LCMS national convention. \nThe schedule includes time for conducting business\, electing officers\, and sharing information. The conventions also offer opportunities for worship\, nurture\, inspiration\, and fellowship. \nPastors\, teachers\, other commissioned ministers\, and lay delegates elected by congregations are required to attend. \nGeneral sessions are open to anyone who wishes to attend as an observer\, and guests are also invited to the worship services. \nLCMS Iowa District West Office \n\nProfile — Iowa District West\n\n\nWeb — idwlcms.org\n\n\nEmail — info@iowadistrictwest.org\n\n\nPhone — 515-576-7666
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/iowa-district-west-convention-2025/
LOCATION:Camp Okoboji: Milford\, Iowa\, 1531 Edgewood Drive\, Milford\, IA\, 51351\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,LCMS District Conventions
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GEO:43.365219;-95.174818
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