69. THE FUTURE OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH–MISSOURI SYNOD: One LCMS District President’s Perspective

69. THE FUTURE OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH–MISSOURI SYNOD: One LCMS District President’s Perspective

Rev. Dr. Allan Buss

WELS leaders will gain a clearer picture of how the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod’s challenges and opportunities intersect ...
68. YOUR CHURCH'S STORY: Preserving History with Purpose

68. YOUR CHURCH’S STORY: Preserving History with Purpose

Susan Willems

Participants will learn how to collect and preserve their church’s history—from photos and records to personal stories—while focusing on ...
43. OUR CONFESSIONAL LUTHERAN IDENTITY: Doctrine, Practice, and a Distinct Gospel Witness

43. OUR CONFESSIONAL LUTHERAN IDENTITY: Doctrine, Practice, and a Distinct Gospel Witness

Rev. Paul Prange

This session invites thoughtful, theological reflection on what it means to be Lutheran in both doctrine and practice ...
Rev. Dr. Ken Fischer & Landon Zacharyasz

30. THE GREAT COMMISSION IN LUTHERAN SCHOOLS: Nurture, Outreach, and School Growth

Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher & Landon Zacharyasz

We’ll discuss the importance of intentionalizing what is at the heart of Lutheran education—shaping ...
23. FROM CHRISTIAN WORSHIP TO THE FOUNDATION: Planning Smarter, Leading Better

23. FROM CHRISTIAN WORSHIP TO THE FOUNDATION: Planning Smarter, Leading Better

Rev. Johnold Strey

This session equips pastors, worship planners, and lay leaders to streamline worship planning, deepening member engagement and supporting ...
54. SACRAMENTAL IDENTITY FOR TODAY'S CHURCH: Timeless Gifts for Our Time in History

54. SACRAMENTAL IDENTITY FOR TODAY’S CHURCH: Timeless Gifts for Our Time in History

Rev. John Bortulin

This session features a conversation and re-examination of our Lutheran identity, giving participants something to take home for ...
Melanie Giddings, Elizabeth Melott, & Rev. Ben Reichel

14. FAITH FORMATION IN SCHOOLS THAT STICKS: Building a Lutheran Worldview in the Next Generation

Melanie Giddings, Elizabeth Melott, & Rev. Ben Reichel

This session explores how schools and churches can work together to instill a ...
38. A LUTHERAN LENS ON MODERN HYMNODY: Evaluating the Theology, Use, and Impact of Modern Hymns

38. A LUTHERAN LENS ON MODERN HYMNODY: Evaluating the Theology, Use, and Impact of Modern Hymns

Prof. Aaron Christie

This session offers a thoughtful exploration of the modern hymn movement through a Lutheran lens ...