Lutheran Educators Conference - Registration Ends This Friday (11/7) | | |
Registration is still open for LEC 2025! In partnership with the Pacific Southwest District, the CNH Lutheran Educator Conference is open to all PS - 12 schools in the CNH District. The theme is "Lift High the Cross" based on Romans 10:14-15. The three main pillars of this conference are spiritual growth, professional development, and fellowship.
What: Lutheran Educators Conference
When: November 23-25
Where: Sheraton Downtown, Phoenix, AZ
Cost: $185 per person
Click here for details and to register.
If you have any questions, please contact the CNH District Office, 925-245-4000. See you in Phoenix!
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Veterans of the Cross Event Planned for 2026
This Gathering is for all retired lay and rostered Servants of Christ. Plenty of rest, reflection, and replenishment await all attendees. Come and enjoy the still waters of the Indian River at the St. Stephen Christian Retreat and Conference Center in beautiful Titusville, FL, near the Kennedy Space Center.
Dates: March 9-11, 2026
Cost: $525 per couple (two to a room)/$350 per person (single occupancy)
Register Today - https://flgadistrict.regfox.com/voc-2026
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MAP Training Celebrates 11 Years
Mission Applied Practice (MAP) recently marked its 11th year as a joint effort of the West Coast Districts—CNH, NOW, and PSD—to equip and support our newest pastors. Hosted by the CNH District, this training connects SMP, CMC, and seminary-trained pastors with district leaders through shared learning, coaching, and mentoring. Sixteen new pastors participated this year, building lasting relationships across the West Coast. MAP continues to partner with LCMS PALS to align training with the wider Synod.
Click here to read more about this event.
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Silas Perez Installed as Vicar at Good Shepherd, Hayward
Silas Perez, who serves as the Administrative Assistant for Education for the CNH District, was installed on Sunday as a Vicar at Good Shepherd in Hayward. We pray for Silas and Good Shepherd in their ministry journey.
Click here to check out more pictures here!
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Rev. Paul Linnemann Recognized for his Service
Former Northwest District President, Pastor Paul Linnemann, currently serves as the Transitional Interim Pastor at Christ Lutheran in Hilo, HI. He was recognized for 30 years as an ordained minister on Sunday, October 26, as well as his wife Cindy for her unwaivering support. Paul also served the church-at-large as a teacher, DCE, college professor and as a trained counselor.
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School Spotlight: St. Paul Merced
St. Paul in Merced is building stronger bridges between church and school by empowering students to lead worship. On Oct. 19, students from preschool through sixth grade took over the planning and execution of Sunday morning service. This was the second such event in the past year. Since Principal Ruth Sebastian took leadership in Fall 2024, she has worked intentionally to integrate all three ministries: church, school, and preschool.
Click here for a blog with more details.
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Mission Table Podcast - Official Podcast of the CNH District
Pull up a chair and join the conversation. The Mission Table is the official podcast of the California-Nevada-Hawaii (CNH) District of the LCMS, where leaders, pastors, and everyday disciples gather to share stories, explore ministry challenges, and celebrate how God is at work across our communities.
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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.
Bernita Brewer was called to glory in August 2025. She was the wife of Rev. Richard Brewer, who passed away in July 2021. Bernita’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2 p.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 50 Woodsworth Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA. Please keep the Brewer family in your prayers.
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