Luke Timm was installed as Sr. Pastor of St. Matthew’s Rocklin. Luke and his wife, Joni, and their six children were welcomed by a greatful and enthusiastic St. Matthew membership and a bounty of circuit 4 & 19 pastors including a couple of “extras”. Welcome to the Timm family!

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 legislative and...

For 50 years, Cheryl Rawlins has faithfully dedicated her life to Lutheran education, nurturing children academically, spiritually, and personally through a ministry rooted in love, compassion, and faith in Christ. Born in Albany, California, and raised in Oakland, Cheryl grew up in a strong Lutheran home. Her father worked as a dry cleaner while her mother stayed home to care for the family. From first through eighth grade, Cheryl attended Redeemer Lutheran School in Oakland before...