Installation at St. Andrew, Stockton | |
Brian Muldowney was installed at St. Andrew's in Stockton as Sr. Pastor on January 19th. Pastor Muldowney previously served as St.Andrew’s associate pastor. Ron Youngdale served as the liturgist for the celebration. President Michael Lange gave the homily and presided at the installation. We praise God for the participation of the brothers in Circuit 3. | | |
Early Childhood Directors Retreat | |
|
Early Childhood Directors - we're thrilled to invite you to the annual Early Childhood Directors Retreat, a special time to connect, reflect, and grow alongside fellow leaders in early childhood education and ministry.
What: Early Childhood Directors Retreat
Dates: February 6-7, 2025
Location: Hope Lutheran Church & School, Daly City, California
This year’s theme, “Bridging our Schools & Churches,” focuses on building stronger relationships between our educational ministries and church communities. This retreat is not only a time for learning and growth but also a chance connect with peers who share your passion for early childhood ministry. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Click here for details and to register.
| | |
LWML Convention - All Expenses Paid Opportunity - Meeting This February | |
|
LWML CNH is offering to send two women, all expenses paid, to the LWML convention in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 26-29, 2025. The Executive Committee will be meeting February 7, making the selections from the applications received. Apply now!
Additional information about the LWML Convention is available here.
Click here for the guidelines.
Click here for the registration form.
| | |
This February - CUI Choir Concert at Our Savior, Livermore | |
|
Mark your calendars and save the date! Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Livermore, will host the concert choir from Concordia University Irvine this February. Everyone is invited!
What: Concert Choir from Concordia University Irvine
When: Saturday, February 22, 4 p.m.
Where: Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 S. Livermore Ave. | Livermore, CA 94550
| | |
A Tale of Four Legacy Luthearn School Administrators | |
|
There are many ways in which Lutheran schools are special and a blessing to students and families. Students remember their Lutheran school as a special place when they were growing up, and in some cases, it leads them back to their alma mater to serve. That is the case with four former Lutheran school students who are now administrators at their former schools.
During this National Lutheran Schools Week, we are highlighting these individuals.
Click here to read their stories!
| | |
New Version of MissionInsite Going Live This February | |
The newest version of MissionInsite will go live on Monday, February 3, 2025. Users will be migrated at the same time, beginning Saturday, February 1, 2025. Please plan accordingly, as access to MissionInsite may be unavailable from Saturday, February 1, through Sunday, February 2. Please note that once the new version is implemented, you cannot revert to the old version. | | |
Save the Date - CSL Summer Conference This July | |
|
We look forward to seeing you in Monterey, California, for the CSL Summer Conference, as we learn from author and speaker, Chad Lakies, MDiv, PhD, about "Shining Bright in a Secular Age." Scholarships are available and meals will be provided during the conference. Overnight accommodations can be arranged with local host families through BLC. Earn CEUs, enjoy comradery and celebrate Bethlehem Lutheran Church's centennial year!
What: CSL Summer Conference
When: July 10-12, 2025
Where: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 800 Cass Street, Monterey, CA
Cost: $150 (scholarships are available)
Click here for the pre-registration link with details.
| | |
Time Sensitive Events & Articles | |
Understanding Trauma: A Conversation with Kate | |
|
Trauma can profoundly impact how people engage with the world, often in hidden ways. In this insightful session, Kate Hutchinson, M.S., will help you understand trauma’s effects on both those you help and yourself. Explore how life-changing events like disasters or abuse shape individuals’ behaviors and responses. Learn to recognize these impacts and respond with empathy, fostering stronger, more supportive relationships.
What: Understanding Trauma
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Where: Zoom (link will be provided to registrants)
Cost: $20
For questions, email or call Silas Perez, silas@cnh-lcms.org; 925-245-4000.
For more information on Kate Hutchinson, M.S. and to register, click here.
| | |
Join Zone 11 (Hawaii) CNH LWML Event This April | |
|
The next CNH LWML Zone 11 event will be held via Zoom this April with a presentation by Pastor Aaron Putnam. All LWML ladies in the CNH district are invited to zoom with them. Contact Zone 11 if you wish to attend.
What: The Gift of Listening - Zone 11 LWML Event
When: Saturday, April 5, 2025, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. PST (9:00 - 11:00 a.m. HST)
Where: Zoom (link will be provided to registrants)
Registration: Send your name, email, and church affiliation (with location) by March 28 to jennifer.stagerweeks.lwml@gmail.com.
| | |
Supporting Pacific Southwest District Churches | |
|
From the Pacific Southwest District:
We humbly praise God and thank you to the many that have donated to provide disaster relief so far. Since Jan. 8, over $130,000 has been donated. Thank you for this amazing response to the needs of those so impacted by the fires.
Know that your gifts go directly to those who need it most. We have received reports confirming how helpful the gift cards we have been distributing to congregations are, with more than $18,000 in gift cards now distributed to area congregations (see reports below). This is possible because of your gifts - and the need is just beginning and will last for months if not years - please give as you are able.
Click here for resources, updates and "how to help" information.
| | |
Convention Delegate Reporting Forms Due February 14 | |
|
Each of the congregations of the CNH District (a multi-congregation parish being considered as a congregational unit) shall be represented by one (1) pastor and one (1) lay delegate at the 73rd CNH District Convention, duly elected by the congregation. Plan for a delegate election and return the delegate reporting form to the District Office no later than Friday, February 14, 2025. This form should be printed out, signed by the congregational representatives, and mailed or emailed to the District Office (per Synod Bylaws 4.2.2[a]). Forms can be found at the CNH District website.
The Convention will be held May 15 -17, 2025, at Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento, CA. The event will begin with dinner and opening worship at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 3785 Placer Corporate Drive, Rocklin, CA, on Thursday evening, May 15. Watch for registration details soon.
The theme for the Convention is “Fruitful Branches” (Pruned for Growth), based on
John 15:1-3.
| | |
|
Deadlines for Vicar Applications or Pastoral Candidate (Call) Placements
from the Seminaries
| |
|
The paperwork for candidate and vicarage placement from the Seminaries for Spring 2025 is to be received at the CNH District office by Friday, February 28, 2025. Please contact the district office (925-245-4000) for call document information for candidates from the seminary and/or information regarding vicarage application and minimum salary. (Ask for Glenna, assistant to President Lange.) Before mailing your final call document or vicarage paperwork, you may send a scanned copy for review to prescnh@cnh-lcms.org.
Your ongoing communication regarding your congregation’s desire to call a candidate or engage a vicar is appreciated. This will help the staff of the President’s office to guide you through your best opportunity for a placement. (Be aware that your request does not guarantee a seminary placement will be made.)
| | |
Called to Glory Notifications | |
|
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. We will still continue to send a Flash for pastors and called workers as well.
Mrs. Margaret Ann Finley, Commissioned Minister, Emeritus, was called to glory on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in San Francisco, CA. Margaret devoted her adulthood to the Christian education of young students and served many roles up to and including Principal of West Portal Lutheran School (WPLS), San Francisco, CA. Further extending her stewardship by serving as Administrator of Hope Lutheran Day School in Daly City, CA (while also engaged as Assistant Principal at West Portal) gave her much joy. She also especially enjoyed her time as Athletic Director for WPLS, and in recognition of her leadership, the Church and School dedicated the school gym, Finley Court, to Margaret and her husband, Jim, in 2019. She is survived by three daughters and six grandchildren. Visitation was held on Friday, December 6, 2024, at West Portal Lutheran Church, San Francisco, CA and the Funeral was held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at West Portal Lutheran Church, San Francisco, CA.
| |
InTouch Info - Subscribe & Share Your Stories | |
|
Requesting Your Inspirational Stories and Upcoming Events
Each day reveals our Lord and Savior's awesome work within our communities. The InTouch Newsletter is your opportunity to share these fantastic stories and highlight your upcoming events with our sisters and brothers in the CNH district.
To share your stories and events, please click here to email the InTouch or contact Matt Newton at 408-504-7998.
Please click here for article submission best practices.
| |  |
|
Don't Forget To Add Us -
Just a reminder that you are receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in the CNH District. Don't forget to add newsletter@cnh-lcms.org to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox.
(Please note: If you unsubscribe from this publication, you will be unsubscribing from ALL CNH District publications.)
| | | |
CNH District LCMS | 2772 Constitution Drive, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94551
| |
| | | |
