NEWS & EVENTS

California laws and employment regulations continue to change, creating new challenges and responsibilities for churches and schools. To help Lutheran leaders stay informed, the CNH District is hosting a free Legal Update Webinar on August 7 at 1:00 p.m. (PDT) featuring Adam Treiger of True Course Law. Adam specializes in employment law and has worked with Lutheran churches and schools throughout California. During this one-hour webinar, he will provide an overview of recent

CTS Music Summer Organ Workshops: On the Road For over 30 years, Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne (CTSFW), has hosted a series of summer workshops for church organists to hone their skills and improve their playing. In summer 2026, construction in Kramer Chapel to replace windows in the chancel and skylight will make the building unavailable for our typical weeklong workshops. Instead, CTSFW is taking workshops on the road to churches around the country in a series

There’s something special about gathering together on the California coast—sharing a meal, reconnecting with friends, meeting new people, worshiping together, and watching the sun set over the ocean. We’re excited to invite you to this year's CNH Youth Beach Hangout at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! We encourage pastors, youth leaders, church staff, and families to invite the young people in their congregations to join us for an evening of fun, fellowship, and faith. All are

It was an encouraging day at the CNH Missions Conference in Livermore this past Saturday. Pastors, church workers, and lay leaders from across the district gathered for worship, conversation, and learning together. Karl Vaters reminded attendees why small church ministry matters and why faithfulness is never measured only by size. Andy Becker challenged the group to think carefully about mission drift and the importance of staying grounded in the "why" behind what we do. It w

Below are links with important information about the upcoming LCMS Convention, which will be held at the Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ, July 18 – 23, 2026. LCMS Convention Timeline Governance Overtures (Overture Preparation and Submission) Report of President and Vice-President Nominating Ballots: Slate of Candidates ‘Christ Is Risen! Tell the Next Generation’ The theme for 2026–2029 National Offering reflects the church’s call to share the message of Christ’s resurr

Join us for a weekend of fellowship, worship, and the Word, beginning with a fellowship event on Sunday and wrapping up with a BBQ dinner on Tuesday! Throughout the conference, there will be breakout sessions for all attendees, including a dedicated session for wives. What: 2026 Pastors' Conference When: October 11–13, 2026 Where: St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Rocklin, CA, Housing available at nearby hotels — details coming! Main Speaker: Leo Sanchez For more information, co

The 2026 Missions Conference is happening on May 16 at Our Savior Lutheran Ministries in Livermore, CA. If you haven’t registered yet (deadline is May 1), here are 10 reasons to join us! 10. It's been years and the conference is back. After several years away, the CNH Missions Conference is returning, making this a significant gathering for the district. 9. It's affordable and all-inclusive. At just $25 — covering snacks and lunch — it's an exceptional value for a full day