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SUMMARY:Concordia Plan Services 1-on-1 financial educator meetings
DESCRIPTION:Church workers and other individuals enrolled in Concordia Plan Services are invited to schedule a 1-on-1 meeting with a financial educator Saturday\, July 18\, to Tuesday\, July 21\, during the 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix. \n\n\n\nDuring each 30-minute meeting\, members can review CRP pension benefits\, discuss retirement planning\, explore strategies for building personal savings through the CRSP 403(b)\, or ask questions about any personal finance topic. \n\n\n\nThe Concordia Plans Financial Education Team will be offering meetings at its exhibitor booth (#100) on the following days and times: \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 18 — 10 a.m.-7 p.m\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 19 — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 20 — 10 a.m.-5 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 21 — 10 a.m.-2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSign up for an appointment or visit the Concordia Plans convention booth beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday\, July 18\, to reserve a meeting time. Walk-up appointments are welcome\, based on availability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve appointment
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/concordia-plan-services-1-on-1-financial-educator-meetings-july-2026/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix\, Ariz.\, 100 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,Featured Events,Lunch-and-Learns,Synod Convention
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SUMMARY:LCMS National Convention - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod will be held from July 18 to 23\, 2026 in downtown Phoenix.\n\nThe Synod will gather under the convention theme\, “Christ Is Risen Indeed\,” based on 1 Corinthians 15:20–22:\n“But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead\, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For as by a man came death\, by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die\, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.” \n\n\n\n\nKey dates\nSt. Louis\nLCMS International Center\n\n 	Floor Committee Weekend — May 29–June 1\n\nPhoenix\nPhoenix Convention Center\n\n 	Pre-convention CLOSED Floor Committee Meetings — July 17\n\n\n 	Floor Committee Open Hearings — July 18\n\n\n 	Delegate Orientation — July 18\n\n\n 	Opening Worship — July 18\n\n\n 	Convention Proceedings — July 19–23\n\n\n 	Convention Closes — July 23\n\nSt. Louis\nConcordia Seminary\, St. Louis\n\n 	Installation of New Officers — Sept. 18\n\nAll dates are 2026.\n\n\n\nMore information\n\n 	General Convention Questions — convention@lcms.org\n 	Congregational Governance Questions — LCMSSecretary@lcms.org\n 	Convention Triennium — lcms.org/convention-triennium\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/lcms-national-convention-2026/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Conventions,Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Concordia Plan Services lunch-and-learns
DESCRIPTION:Concordia Plan Services will host six lunch-and-learns from Sunday\, July 19\, to Tuesday\, July 21\, during the 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix. \n\n\n\nTo register for a free luncheon\, visit the Concordia Plans exhibitor booth at the convention beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday\, July 18. View Exhibit Hall days and hours of operation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 19 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Concordia Risk Solutions: A New Ministry Insurance Option”\n\n\n\nRoom — W211 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — Kevin Herweck\, Concordia Plan Services Chief Executive Officer \n\n\n\nOverview — Traditional insurers rarely understand the unique needs of ministries — that’s why Concordia Plan Services created Concordia Risk Solutions\, an insurance program designed around the values\, operations\, and real-world risks ministries face every day. This session will introduce this exciting new offering\, including coverage for property\, general liability\, automobile\, workers’ comp\, and more. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how this purpose-driven\, values-aligned program can safeguard your people\, property\, and mission — so you can stay focused on spreading the Word of God.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 19 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Fitness for All Ages”\n\n\n\nRoom — W213 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — Paul Endorf\, Concordia Plan Services Financial Educator \n\n\n\nOverview — Financial wellness is an important component of our overall wellness. This session will provide a toolkit of actions you can take to improve or maintain your financial well-being\, such as using credit wisely\, saving and investing for the future\, and utilizing fintech. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how to be a good steward of the financial resources God has entrusted to you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 20 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Fostering a Culture of Wellness: Helping Ministries and Workers Thrive”\n\n\n\nRoom — W211 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — Kelly Menke\, Concordia Plan Services Health and Wellness Educator \n\n\n\nOverview — What does a true culture of wellness look like — and why does it matter? Research shows that when health is valued\, stress goes down\, satisfaction and productivity go up\, and organizations thrive. In this session\, you’ll discover practical actions and resources to help build a supportive wellness culture in your ministry\, no matter your role.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 20 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Building Your Retirement Paycheck with Concordia Plans”\n\n\n\nRoom — W213 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — Keith Duesenberg\, Concordia Plan Services Financial Educator \n\n\n\nOverview — A secure retirement doesn’t happen by accident — it takes intention and planning. This session will walk you through the Concordia Retirement Plan pension\, explore the possible sources of  your future retirement “paycheck\,” and remind us why personal savings still play a vital role in our financial future. You’ll leave better equipped to be a faithful steward of the resources God has provided\, so you can enjoy the retirement He has in store for you.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 21 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Anticipating the Future: Planning for Aging Parents”\n\n\n\nRoom — W211 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — Kelly Menke\, Concordia Plan Services Health and Wellness Educator \n\n\n\nOverview — It is no surprise to us that our parents are getting older. But are you equipped for all that comes with it? This session will equip future caregivers with essential knowledge to navigate the challenges of caring for aging parents. From discussing parental wishes and understanding caregiver roles to ensuring safety and health and addressing legal and financial considerations\, attendees will be well-prepared to provide compassionate and effective care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 21 — 12:15 p.m.\n\n\n\n“Work and Personal Life: Finding Harmony”\n\n\n\nRoom — W213 AB \n\n\n\nPresenter — EverNorth Health Services \n\n\n\nOverview — You’ve got a family you love\, amazing friends\, and a demanding job — and they all want part of your life. But it feels like giving to one means taking from another. In this seminar\, we’ll discuss strategies that can help you fit the pieces together. Explore what work/life harmony means to you. And start a plan to achieve it.
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/concordia-plan-services-lunch-and-learns-2026-lcms-convention/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix\, Ariz.\, 100 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty lunch-and-learn — 'Church in the Public Square'
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 LCMS Convention\, the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty (LCRL) will host a complimentary luncheon at noon on Tuesday\, July 21\, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Room North 232 AB. \n\n\n\nLCRL’s Dr. Gregory Seltz and Rev. Mark Frith will be joined by Focus on the Family’s Timothy Goeglein as they share the work of the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty\, speaking to the challenge of being a “Church in the Public Square” for the sake of the Culture and the Mission of the Church. \n\n\n\n\nThe conversation will include issues concerning religious liberty\, the sanctity of life\, marriage\, and educational freedom while positing the wonderful\, present opportunities for the Church’s moral and Gospel voice to be useful in God’s hands for the sake of His preserving and saving work.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will also hear about the LCRL’s “Champions for Liberty” Network of Churches and receive Goeglein’s latest book\, What Really Matters: Restoring a Legacy of Faith\, Freedom\, and Family. \n\n\n\nThe luncheon will be limited to 50 people. Scan the QR code to register online or visit the LCRL convention booth in the Exhibit Hall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/lutheran-center-for-religious-liberty-lunch-and-learn-july-21-2026/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix\, Ariz.\, 100 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Braille Workers lunch-and-learn — 'Dining in the Dark'
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 LCMS Convention\, Lutheran Braille Workers (LBW) will host a free lunch-and-learn from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday\, July 22\, at the Phoenix Convention Center on the second floor in room West 211AB. \n\n\n\nWhat would it be like to share a meal without sight? Join Lutheran Braille Workers for this unique experience that offers a glimpse into the daily realities of visual impairment while enjoying a complimentary box lunch.  \n\n\n\nDuring the luncheon\, attendees will also learn about LBW’s “Songs of Faith\, Stories of Light” initiative\, a five-year project that shares the faith stories of people who are blind or visually impaired through original music and storytelling.  \n\n\n\nCome curious\, leave inspired. Online registration is open.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/lutheran-braille-workers-lunch-and-learn-dining-in-the-dark-july-22-2026/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center: Phoenix\, Ariz.\, 100 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conventions,Featured Events,Lunch-and-Learns,Special Events,Synod Convention
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SUMMARY:'All Nations Sing' workshop — Los Angeles area
DESCRIPTION:LCMS All Nations Ministry is hosting an “All Nations Sing” workshop on Monday\, July 27\, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Santa Ana\, Calif. \n\n\n\nWith an emphasis on music sung in English and Spanish\, this event is a pre‑convention workshop of the VIII National Hispanic Convention LCMS. It is also being offered in celebration of 100 years of Hispanic Ministry in the United States in 2026. \n\n\n\nThe free workshop is designed to help people expand their repertoire of beloved and useful hymns and songs from different languages and heritages. \n\n\n\n\nEvery week\, LCMS churches across the United States gather for the Divine Service in a wide range of languages — English\, Spanish\, Amharic\, Nuer\, Oromo\, Chinese\, Korean\, Hmong\, French Creole\, Arabic\, Vietnamese\, Tamil and more. \n\n\n\nExplore beloved musical repertoire from these diverse ministries. Presentations provide both musical insight and practical guidance for integrating this repertoire into congregational life\, worship and outreach. \n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to bring their instruments and join an interactive music lab\, where the emphasis is on singing\, playing and arranging music together. When presented as a pre‑conference event\, All Nations Sing allows select musicians identified by the conference to rehearse and prepare repertoire in advance\, enhancing both the workshop itself and the conference that follows. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\nDiscover from 1 to 3 p.m. — Hear introductions to other attendees and to a variety of Spanish “psalms\, hymns\, and spiritual songs” (Col 3:16). This session also features presentations/discussions about various strategies for making music as churches of many languages and cultures.\n\n\n\n\n\nMusic Lab from 3 to 5 p.m. — Attend small and large group rehearsals for those who are helping lead music during the Tuesday evening Hispanic Convention Opening Communion Service and 100th Anniversary Commemoration. Not one of those performers? Use this time to listen\, sing along\, ask questions and share ideas.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://calendar.lcms.org/event/all-nations-sing-workshop-los-angeles-area-july-2026/
LOCATION:Trinity Cristo Rey Lutheran Church\, 902 S. Broadway\, Santa Ana\, CA\, 92701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
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