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The 2025 Pastors Conference is Almost Here
The countdown is on! From October 12–14, 2025, pastors will gather at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in San Rafael, California for a time of encouragement, renewal, and fellowship.
We’ll begin Sunday evening with a special Meet & Greet at the hotel, where attendees can connect and spend time with this year’s featured speakers before the conference begins in full swing with the Monday morning worship service at 10:30 AM. From there, we’ll gather for more worship, learning, and conversation before closing Tuesday by 5:00 PM.
This year, we are blessed to welcome Matt Barrasso and Sarah Salzberg as our speakers. Their insights and leadership promise to challenge, encourage, and inspire all who attend.
Stay up to date with the full schedule here: View the Schedule
We are excited to welcome all who have already signed up for this special time of fellowship, growth, and refreshment.
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LINC Bay Area Mission Fair
Celebrate. Connect. Contribute. Join LINC for a meaningful morning of food, fellowship, and stories of how God is transforming lives and communities through local leaders across the Bay Area.
What: LINC Bay Area Mission Fair
When: Saturday, November 1, 10:00-12:00 PST
Where: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 166 W Harder Rd, Hayward
To Register: Click here
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BALYA Event Recap
Young Adult Lutherans from different parishes in the Bay Area gathered last Saturday to pray Vespers at First Immanuel Lutheran Church in San Jose, and then walked over to a nearby candle-making shop in downtown, where they all made candles for the first time. Stay tuned for the next BALYA event!
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LSS Nor Cal Board Recruitment
Make a difference with LSS of Northern California! They are seeking board members who are passionate about housing, equity, and strengthening communities. Together, we can create lasting impact.
Contact jclemens@lssnorcal.org for more details.
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Reformation Offering 2025: Walking Together in Mission
As we celebrate the 508th anniversary of the Reformation, we remember the bold faith that sparked a Gospel movement still shaping the Church today. That same Spirit calls us now to proclaim Christ with courage and clarity in our own time.
This year, we’re inviting every CNH congregation to join in a special Reformation Offering. Our simple goal: could your congregation host a door offering or give a one-time gift of $508 in honor of 508 years? Of course, any amount is a blessing—your gift will directly fuel Gospel impact across our District.
Here’s how your offering makes a difference:
30% supports local ministries serving neighbors with Christ’s love.
45% equips leaders through training and wellness care.
25% helps new church workers through educational debt relief.
Together, we can expand Christ’s mission across California, Nevada, and Hawaii. Resources (bulletin inserts, slides, social posts) are available here.
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CNH District Student Loan Forgiveness Program
The CNH Loan Forgiveness Program is available to new pastors and commissioned workers in the CNH District. This program is designed to assist newly graduated LCMS Seminary or Concordia University students, who are placed in the CNH District for their first call, to pay down their student loans. Here are the terms for eligibility:
- The CNH District is their first and current Call
- Approved applicants can receive up to three grants in the first five years
- The grant is 1-5% of their loan balance, depending on the number of applicants.
- Must submit an application annually, between Sept 1 - Oct 15, to the CNH District office within the first five years.
Click here for the Grant Application.
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St. John's Napa Celebrates Disability Awareness Sunday
Like many congregations in the CNH District, St. John’s in Napa recognized September 28 as Disability Awareness Sunday. As part of the worship service, two songs were led by the Adults with Disabilities Bible Class along with some members of the church’s Adult Choir. The class members had also enjoyed a baking party on Saturday in preparation to host the fellowship hour on Sunday morning. They took great delight in honoring God by serving the congregation in worship and in fellowship!
Click here to learn more about this ministry.
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Mission Table Podcast - 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.
Click here for Episode 11 (LCEF Resources in Ministry and Real Estate) - In this episode Paul sits down with two representatives from LCEF who partner in a big way with the CNH District through resources for ministry planning and real estate.
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