The 2025 CNH District Convention will be held on May 15 – 17, 2025 at the Hilton Arden West in Sacramento, CA.

The ballots for District President and 1 st Vice President are now available on the Convention page on the CNH District’s website, https://www.cnh-lcms.org/2025-district-convention. Ballots are to be sent to the District Secretary by Friday, November 15, 2024.

More Convention information will be sent to pastors and congregations later this week.

Jonathan Zoch was installed at Trinity in Gardnerville, CA on September 14.  The Nevada Circuits have welcomed four new pastors this summer.  In addition to Zoch, they are James Cleland: pictured at the top left, Shepherd of the Sierras, Carson City; Micah Glenn: Sierra Lutheran High School, executive director, to the left of Zoch; and Jason Iwen: Zion Winnemucca, not pictured.

On September 3, LCMS Navy Chaplain Pon Chanthaphon was promoted to Commander at a ceremony presided over by Admiral Sean Regan. Chaplain Chanthaphon serves on the staff at District Fourteen, United States Coast Guard.  The Fourteenth District is responsible for directing Coast Guard operations throughout Oceania, including Hawai’i, Guam, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and activities in Singapore and Japan. Chaplain Chanthaphon is a member of Our Savior Lutheran, Aiea.

Mercy Holistic is a faith-based community organization dedicated to helping the homeless in the Sacramento area with hygiene and support to find jobs. They provide showers, haircuts, clothing, and bikes. They are excited to celebrate their upcoming 3rd Annual Educational and Fundraising event/dinner, "Mercy On the Move" and would love for you to join them!

What: Mercy Holistic Fundraiser Dinner

When: October 19, 5:30 - 9:00 P.M.

Info and tickets: https://www.mercyholisticministry.org/mercyevents

To learn more about Mercy Holistic, check out their website: mercyholisticministry.org.

The District office recently received the following note from SMP Vicar, Cory Paine, who is currently serving at St. John Lutheran Church, Willits, CA. Cory is going through the Seminary’s SMP program.

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution towards my education at Concordia Seminary.

Due to your kindness, I have been able to pursue my calling with greater focus and dedication. Your generosity has not only lightened the financial burden but has also been a source of encouragement and inspiration. My family and I are profoundly grateful for your support, and we than God for your willingness to invest in the future of ministry.

I am honored to be a recipient of your generosity, and I am committed to using the education and training I receive to serve our Lord and His people faithfully. Your contributions is making a significant impact, and I am excited to see how God will use this opportunity to further His kingdom.

The CNH District will be hosting an opportunity for Administrators, Directors, Pastors, and HR Directors or Business Administrators who have schools and early childhood centers to meet together. The meeting will take place on Friday, September 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the CNH District Office, 2772 Constitution Drive, Livermore, CA, with the topic being "School & Worker Safety & More".

Evan Anwyl, principal at St. John's in Bakersfield, will be presenting on how to build a proper Worker Violence Prevention Plan (based on new regulations in California). We also plan to have attorney, Adam Trieger, share some important legal updates and answer your questions. Please join us for this great opportunity to come together in person to share and learn with one another!

Click here to register for this meeting. There is a $15 fee to cover lunch on that day.

Join other sisters in Christ for an uplifting day of Bible study, singing, inspiration, relaxation, good food, socializing, and an ingathering. Bible Study Leader, Jane Hoffmann, will present the Bible study she led during the 2024 LWML CNH Convention, “Gifted to Serve by God’s Grace”.  Topics include: How May I Serve, How Does God Use Our Suffering for Service, How Do We Keep Up Our Strength, and How Does Our Service Change as We Get Older.

Who:  All women!  Invite your friends to come with you!

When: Saturday, September 28, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 1989 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA

Registration: Contact Linda Bradley at lindalwml@sbcglobal.net or 650-704-6472. Required by September 21, 2024 - $20/person (payable at the door by cash or check)

Click here for a printable bulletin flyer with more details.

The CNH District president’s office has designated Sunday, September 29, 2024, as Disability Awareness Sunday in our district. This is in support of the Disability Ministry Committee. We encourage congregations to raise awareness of and reach out to people impacted by disabilities.

Our District Disability Committee has developed resources to help your ministry.

Click here for a flyer with more information.

Click here for the Disability Ministry Committee webpage. Under "Information," Disability Awareness Sunday Resources are available, including sermons, hymns, and Bible studies.

What: Mother Lode Organ Spectacular

When: Sunday, October 27, 3:30 p.m.

Where: St. Matthew Lutheran Church 13880 Joshua Way, Sonora

Cost: Free - Donations Accepted

More Info: 209-532-4639

We’re excited to invite you to the 2024 All Workers Conference in beautiful Monterey, CA, from November 24-26! This gathering brings together pastors, educators, DCEs, and all church workers for a time of worship, fellowship, and growth. With inspiring speakers like Dr. Sean McDowell and Sarah Salzberg, it’s an opportunity to reconnect, recharge, and celebrate our shared mission in Christ. Let’s come together and celebrate the unity we have as the body of Christ!

What: 2024 All Workers Conference

Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA

When: November 24-26

Cost: $183 per person (Rate increase after October 23)

Click here for details.