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Transforming lives and making the
Great Commission REAL!
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The Weekly Newsletter and the Prayer & Praise are created with postings submitted by congregations. Please share with us so we can share with the entire Pacific Southwest District.
Visit the Job Site to view current job openings in congregations and schools
of the Pacific Southwest District.
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LCMS Ukraine Response Continues |
As the pain and suffering continue in eastern Europe, your Synod has been and is responding - by God's immeasurable grace.
- More than $45,000 has been dispatched to a congregation in Odesa, Ukraine that is affiliated with our German Lutheran partner church body (SELK). That funding has been used to aid refugees. The assistance has been used primarily for food, medicine, travels, documents and clothes.
- As Lutheran pastors in Ukraine have pivoted from the "everyday functions" of the ministry, to providing spiritual care to a war-torn people, your Synod is using charitable donations to compensate these under-shepherds for meeting critical spiritual needs of their communities.
- Nearly $68,000 has been dispatched to Lutheran churches outside of Ukraine, in Latvia, Lithuania and Romania. These fund has been used for food, housing, transportation, medicine and items for personal hygiene and care for displaced persons. These funds are also being used to help transport fleeing Ukrainians across the border. We are also about to send funds to Slovakia for use at a primary Lutheran school taking in refugees.
- Your Synod is collaborating with SELK to support and increase the church's capacity to serve displaced peoples by providing spiritual care and physical aid to those seeking safety and shelter in Germany.
Because you care what happens to the people in Ukraine our response has been immediate and will last for the long haul. Learn More
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Decoding the Apocalypse Seminar |
Professor David Peter from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis will lead a seminar / class on "Decoding the Apocalypse: Study of the Book of Revelation" to be held June 6-8 at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, Chandler, AZ (15 miles south east of Phoenix). Registration for this seminar is $140 and must be done through the Seminary's website. Clergy as well as lay folks are invited. Register Today
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Spiritual Conversations and Disciple-Making in the Digital Age |
Gain confidence and learn strategies for how to talk about your faith and disciple others. This free worship is presented by Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies, Lutheran Hour Ministries and Rev. Nader Hanna, Salam Ministries. Our engaging presenters will guide you through research-based tips, tricks, and approaches for mentoring others in following Jesus.
Saturday, June 11, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (includes lunch)
Zion Lutheran Church, Anaheim, CA
Sunday, June 12, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (includes lunch)
Christ Lutheran Church, La Mesa, CA
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The 46th Regular District Convention will be held June 22-24, 2022 at
Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School in Las Vegas, NV.
Registration Open!
Registration for the 2022 PSD Convention is OPEN! Register on the PSD Convention Website. Some links you will find on the site are: registration for the convention, hotel information & reservations, sponsor & exhibitor registration if applicable. You can also view the nominations and overtures and see/download the convention schedule and more! We look forward to seeing you in June!
Delegates
Although the deadline has past, we will continue to accept Delegate credentials. Each rostered congregation in the PSD is entitled, and encouraged, to send one eligible Pastor and one Layperson as Voting Delegates. You are also asked to select an Alternate Lay Delegate who would serve in the place of the delegate if, at the time of the Convention, the elected delegate is unable to serve. All Pastors are expected to attend their District Convention, even if they are not a voting Pastoral Delegate. They are considered Advisory Delegates. Please note - Delegates submitted past the deadline will not be included in the Convention Workbook.
Rostered teachers, DCE’s and other commissioned ministers currently cannot serve as voting lay delegates. They are, however, Advisory Delegates and encouraged to attend. Advisory Delegates provide important perspective and are encouraged to express their opinion by speaking to the convention. In addition, there will be an enhanced role for commissioned ministers during the convention proceedings - more information to come on this.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Registration
As a partner in ministry, we look forward to your participation as a Sponsor/Exhibitor where you’ll be able to share your product, message and ministry with the attendees from all over our district. For more information on levels of sponsorship, exhibit space and special opportunities please visit the Convention Sponsors & Exhibitors page of the Convention website.
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Lay Ministry Workshops are coming soon! The theme of this year's workshops is Expanding the Circle. We will be seeking answers to the question "Where is God in the mess?" as we discuss contemporary issues facing the church. Registration is $25.00 and includes continental breakfast and lunch.
Saturday, May 7
Zion Lutheran Church, Victorville, CA
Presented by Pastor Lewis Busch
Saturday, May 21
St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Los Angeles, CA
Presented by Pastor ST Williams
Saturday, June 18
Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Presented by Pastor Jon Bjorgaard
For questions and more information, please contact Dr. Victoria Littlefield-Waufle, Lay Ministry Training at vwaufle@aol.com. |
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Order forms for pre-paid LCEF Visa cards for use throughout the Gathering are due by May 2. Learn More
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Congregations wishing to participate in Express Registration must pay their group's registration fees in full by May 4. Learn More
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Join us for an authentic Texas Rodeo and BBQ lunch at the Historic George Ranch on Wednesday, July 13! Register
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Junior High Camp at Tonto Rim Christian Camp |
Registration is open for Junior High Camp at Tonto Rim Christian Camp in beautiful northern Arizona! This year's theme is Problem Solved and we'll be spending the camp walking with students through how Jesus solved our sin problem and actively walks with us daily and equips us to manage and solve problems and struggles in our lives. The camp is from May 26-29 and includes memorable experiences like paintball, bubble balls, color wars, water olympics, great food, authentic Christian community, and more. Please register your students and chaperones ASAP so we can get an accurate head count to the camp so they can give us the best experience possible! |
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LCMS Lutherans in Black Ministry Family Convocation |
You are invited to join President Gibson in attending the Lutherans in Black Ministry Family Convocation entitled "Empowering the Next Generation" being held July 27-30 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mobile, Alabama.
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Pacific Southwest District
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