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This Month - Annual Joint Meeting of School Leadership
School administrators, directors, and pastors serving our Lutheran schools are invited to join us for the annual Joint Meeting of School Leadership.
This yearly gathering brings together key leaders from Lutheran schools and early childhood centers throughout the CNH District for learning, conversation, and connection. Rev. Jonathan Priest, Director of the Mission Training Center will present and lead a discussion on Lutheran Identity in the Relationships of School Life.
What: Annual Joint Meeting of School Leadership
When: Friday, September 25, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: CNH District Ministry Center (Livermore, CA)
Lunch will be provided for $15
More Information and to register: Click Here
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CNH District Disability Awareness Sunday
The CNH District Disability Ministry Committee is encouraging pastors and congregational leaders to explore ways they can celebrate and enrich their ministry with the families of and the people in their congregation and community who have disabilities. Highlighting disability ministry on this special Sunday, or at another select time, provides a unique opportunity to share the gospel and enrich the fellowship of each congregation!
What: CNH District Disability Awareness Sunday
When: September 27, 2026
Where: Local Congregations
Click here for an example.
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Back to the Bible Summit: Empowering Your Church Through Scripture
Join Lutheran Bible Translators (LBT) for a free virtual event designed to equip and encourage church leaders through meaningful conversations, trusted voices, and practical ideas around Scripture engagement and discipleship.
What: LBT Back to the Bible Summit
When: September 30, 2026, 8:00-11:00 AM PST (10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CST)
Where: Virtual Event
Click here to learn more about this event and to register.
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Save the Date: 5th Annual Dinner & Auction "Shower of Blessings"
Celebrate five years of God's faithfulness and service to the unhoused people of the Sacramento area. Mercy Holistic Ministry friends will be recognized as we enjoy food, fellowship and the fun of silent and live auctions. All proceeds support the ministry of providing dignity and hope via showers, haircuts and more, demonstrating the love of Christ to people on the streets.
What: 5th Annual Dinner & Auction "Shower of Blessings"
When: October 17, 2026, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Town & Country Lutheran Church Friendship Center, 4049 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA
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TIM Discernment Event - September 15, 2026 (Zoom)
CNH Men’s Retreat - September 18-20, 2026, Boulder Creek, CA
Joint Meeting of School Leadership - September 25, 2026 CNH Ministry Center, Livermore, CA
Pastors’ Conference - October 11-13, 2026, Rocklin, CA
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Pastor Andrew Jones Releases New Book
Pastor Andrew Jones, serving First Lutheran Church in Concord, CA, has released a new book: 10 Treasures of Learning to Pray.
Unlock the profound riches hiding within the simple act of talking to God. Ten Treasures of Learning to Pray is not a book about how to pray but a beautiful exploration of what God does in prayer.
Click here to learn more about the final book in this trilogy and how to order.
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BALYA Recap: Santa Cruz Boardwalk
Bay Area Lutheran Young Adults (BALYA) had a wonderful time together at their recent event on Saturday, August 22nd! The day began at Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Cupertino, CA, where the group gathered in the morning for Matins, then the group carpooled down to Santa Cruz. After lunch, the group headed to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, where they went on roller coaster rides, played games in the arcade, and had great conversations with each other. There were 20 people in attendance, including someone all the way from Fresno, CA! It was a great time of fun, laughter, and fellowship.
Stay tuned for future BALYA events!
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Campus Ministry Back to School
Colleges across the country have or will be starting a new year. Estimates are that up to 70% of students fall away from their faith during college. What can we do about that sobering reality? Make sure that the college student in your life gets connected with a church home and pastor for their vulnerable college years, especially if they are leaving home.
Click here to find a church for your college student.
Click here for LCMS dedicated campus ministries for state-wide colleges
Still need help finding a church for your college student? Contact Pastor Brennan DeForest (Redeemer Lutheran Church, Chico, CA) @ 801-910-6937 or email him. Pastor Brennan DeForest is also the campus ministry pastor for both Chico State University and Butte College.
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Call for Nominations - CNH District Disaster Relief Committee
At the 2025 District Convention, delegates joyfully approved the formation of the California-Nevada-Hawaii District Disaster Relief Committee. This committee will serve as a vital arm of mercy ministry, coordinating preparedness, response, and assisting in recovery efforts in times of disaster. Committee members will work closely with the District Disaster Response Coordinator, LCMS Disaster Response, and local congregations to ensure that, in times of need, the love of Christ is shown through tangible acts of care and compassion.
We are now seeking nominations for individuals to serve on this important committee. Ideal candidates will be:
• A faithful member of a congregation within the CNH District
• Passionate about mercy work and disaster response
• Gifted in organization, communication, and collaboration
• Willing to serve in both planning and active response capacities
Nomination Deadline: September 18, 2026 (end of day)
Click here to submit nominations. (Self-nominations are welcome)
Questions: Email Rev. Brian Cummins, Disaster Relief Committee Chairman
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Mission Table Podcast - The 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. From church planting to leadership development, outreach to innovation, each episode is a fresh invitation to be part of Christ’s mission—right where you are.
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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.
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