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2026 Missions Conference: Register Today!
There’s a quiet lie that small church leaders hear all the time: you’re doing less, reaching less, making less impact. It’s not true. Small churches and big churches aren’t different in mission - but they are different in how they’re led. And when you understand those differences, everything changes.
At the 2026 CNH Missions Conference, we’re creating space for leaders like you -pastors, planters, and ministry teams - who are done settling and ready to lead with conviction.
When: May 16, 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Our Savior Lutheran Ministries - Livermore, CA
Cost: $25 includes snacks and lunch
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026
More Details and to Register: Click Here
Conference Schedule: Click Here
Questions: Contact Renee Lawrence - renee@cnh-lcms.org or 925-245-4015
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Date Set: CNH District 2026 Men's Retreat
All men are invited to attend the CNH District 2026 Men’s Retreat. Set in the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains, this is a great opportunity to bond, worship, pray, study, and encourage one another as God’s men in Christ. While registration is not yet open, this is a good time to add the retreat to your calendar.
What: CNH District 2026 Men's Retreat
When: September 18-20
Where: Redwood Christian Park, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Questions: Rod Thompson – 209-914-5702 | rodthompson1225@gmail.com or
Steve – 209-602-5707 | CarpentersX4@gmail.com
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TIM Discernment Event - Next Week
The LCMS needs more Transitional Interim Ministry pastors! Who do you know who would be effective in this ministry? Invite them to learn more about interim ministry at an online Discernment Event hosted by the Lutheran Transitional Ministry Association (LuTMA).
What: TIM Discernment Event
When: April 14, 2026, 10 a.m. - noon Pacific Time (12:00 - 2 p.m. Central)
Information/Registration: Click Here
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Jake Eisinger Called to Serve
What do an Elko City police officer and a Lutheran pastor have in common? In the case of Jake Eisinger, they are one and the same. Jake Eisinger has served as a police officer for the City of Elko, Nevada for the past 16 years and is now the pastor at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Elko as well. In 2023, Jake enrolled in the SMP program and, as part of the progression of the program, was ordained in 2025. Pastor Eisinger is an example of the various alternative ways God calls His people to ministry, and how those called are willing to do what it takes to serve His people and His church! Click here for his story.
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Caring for Those Who Serve: Worker Wellness in the CNH District
Worker Wellness is vital for our church workers with the ever-changing landscape of ministry work. It is a priority of the CNH District to walk alongside you in the journey to become healthier physically and emotionally so you can best serve your community. No matter where you are in the process, we have resources available to help you heal and grow. Click here to learn more.
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CNH District Educator Jubilarians Recognized
Each Spring, we recognize Lutheran school educators who are celebrating milestone anniversaries in the teacher ministry, which we refer to as “jubilarians”. This year, we recognized educators who were celebrating service from five years to fifty years (in 5-year categories). It is exciting to note that two individuals are celebrating 50 years of serving in Lutheran schools!
Click here for the complete list.
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Our Savior Lutheran, Aiea, HI Serves Oahu's Homeless
Members of Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Aiea, HI gathered to assemble 800 "Grace to Go" bags for River of Life Mission in Honolulu. River of Life serves Oahu's homeless population with meals and other services. Each bag included a drink, granola bar, fruit, and snack and was decorated with messages of hope.
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Mission Table Podcast - The First Step
In this episode, we sit down with Lucas Garrett, PE teacher at St. Peter Lutheran School in Lodi, who believes physical health isn’t just for athletes or students—it’s for people of every age and every stage of life. Click here for more details and the link to the podcast.
Pull up a chair and join the conversation. The Mission Table is the official podcast of the California-Nevada-Hawaii (CNH) District of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.
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As pillars of the faith get called back to their heavenly home, we want to honor and acknowledge the legacy they leave behind and the impact they had within our congregations. If you would like to include any upcoming memorials, please click here to send the name, date of death, and date of service so that we may include them in an upcoming issue of the InTouch.
Rev. Dr. Dennis Kastens recently passed away. He served at Christ, Hilo, HI, from 1965 – 1970, and Our Savior, Aiea, HI, from 1970 – 1979. He also served congregations in Illinois, Colorado, and Missouri and was pastor emeritus at Peace, St. Louis. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 10am, at Peace Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO. Please keep the Kastens family in your prayers.
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