MAP Training – Mission Applied Practice  celebrated its 11th year as a cooperative project of the West Coast Districts to educate and orient our newest pastors to both the ministry and the unique missionary context of our three Districts. This training is designed to closely connect our pastors with all three West Coast staffs and to provide them with a stronger support network. MAP is an intentional extension of the LCMS PALS program (Post-Seminary Applied Learning). Over th

What a great couple of days together! This year’s Pastors Conference brought ministry leaders from all across the district for a time to reconnect, recharge, and be Rooted in the Word.  We laughed, worshiped, learned, and shared stories of God at work in our congregations. Dr. Matthew Borrasso—pastor, professor, and theologian—challenged us with deep insights into God’s grace and the life of the church today. Sarah Salzberg, an energetic Old Testament teacher and speaker, hel

DCEs and Youth Leaders in the CNH District, please join us for a time of learning, growing, and fellowship. We know that all of us can...

The 4th annual Pastors Party hosted by Matt & Sherrah Behrens in San Lorenzo was a huge win for fellowship and encouragement as area...

This past week, The CNH District presented a webinar on our new Care and Coaching Initiative. We had almost 30 people join in with...

The 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering in New Orleans was one for the books! From powerful worship and big laughs to deep conversations and...

Ladies, mark your calendars and prepare your hearts to join as Sisters in Christ for an inspiring and uplifting weekend at the Prince of...

From Left to Right: Ashlee Zoch, Ryann Cleland, Jonathan Zoch, Micah Glenn, Dorothy Glenn, James Cleland Pastors and called workers...

We hope that you take time to explore Monterey before, during and after the all workers conference. Visit our All Workers Conference "See...

Bay Area pastors and their families came together for fellowship in what has become an annual tradition at the house of Pastor Matt...

REST, GROW, and BE ENCOURAGED describes the mission of Voice In The Vineyard Ministries created by Steve and Cindy. The couple finalized...

Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) is excited to announce the first cycle of our Sabbatical Scholarship Program. A ministry...

September 2023 A very important note: In the spirit of collaboration and helping our leaders do their best work, the three districts on...

If you’re like most ministry workers, your heartbeat is to minister the Gospel effectively. You live your life for God and His people,...

Rev. Dr. Justin Hannemann, M.Div., Ph.D., LIMHP, LMFT Chief Executive Officer, Therapist at GracePoint since 2012

Healthy youth ministry cares for the whole young person, including their mental health. In the Youth Ministry Starter Pack series, Mark...