The Inland Empire Pastors' Conference will take place May 12-14, 2025, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Prosser, Washington. The topic is: "The Church and AI," and it will be presented by Rev. Bill Johnson - Chief Information Officer at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne. Questions? Contact Rev. Mark Adams.

Join us for an all-day retreat for youth in 5th grade and up on the topic of Baptism! This event will be held May 17 at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (13541 W. Highway 53, Rathdrum, ID 83858). Participants will spend the day with worship, Bible study, meals, and fun together. Lunch, dinner, a […]

The Spring Oregon Pastors Conference will take place May 20-22 at Living Savior Lutheran Church in Tualatin. Please mark your calendars! Further details will come in March.  

All Church workers -- including teachers, DCEs, office administrators, lay deacons, pastors (current and retired), and many more -- are invited to attend this year's Alaska All Workers Spring Conference. The conference will begin on the morning of May 27 at 9 a.m. and conclude shortly before noon on May 29. It will focus on […]

Register here! The deadline to register is Friday, May 9, at 9 p.m. (PDT)! Watch the video above for a special message from President Mike Von Behren. Then read the complete invitation letter -- which includes registration instructions and deadlines.  SPECIAL TRAVEL OFFER: Southwest Airlines is pleased to offer NOW-LCMS 2025 District Convention attendees discounted […]

High school students interested in attending Concordia Seminary, St. Louis or who are considering vocational ministry are invited to Vocatio: High School June 21-27 on campus. This weeklong retreat provides prospective students the opportunity to explore God’s calling and direction as they experience life as a seminarian. Get more info and register here. The registration […]

Mark your calendars for the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering July 19-23 in New Orleans, Louisiana! The theme is “ENDURE” and is centered around Hebrews 12:1–3. Special NOW District event: On Monday, July 21, from 6 - 8:30 p.m., all congregations from the Northwest District attending the Gathering are invited to an event at the local […]

Annual gathering by the District President of the Northwest District Circuit Visitors to collaborate and train.

Seasoned with Salt Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person (Colossians 4:5-6). Save the Date LWMLOregon District Retreat at Aldersgate Retreat Center 7790 Marion RD SE Turner, OR September […]

The Worship Arts Leader initiative (WALi) is a community-building initiative of Concordia University Irvine’s Center for Worship Leadership (CWL) which, rooted in the Lutheran Confessions, harmonizes leaders across various contexts (whether it be traditional, contemporary, multi-ethnic, etc). WALi envisions a supportive and encouraging community of theologically faithful leaders engaged in contextual artistry throughout the LCMS. […]

The 2025 MAP-West Coast orientation will be held Oct. 27-29 at the CNH District Office in Livermore, California. MAP-West Coast is an invitation-only opportunity for new pastors and others on the pastoral ministry journey. It is a training process provided in partnership with three districts: California-Nevada-Hawaii (CNH), Pacific Southwest (PSD), and the Northwest District (NOW). […]

The 2026 Center for Prayer & Renewal Retreat is scheduled for Jan. 26-28 at Cannon Beach Conference Center: 289 N Spruce St., Cannon Beach, OR 97110. You will experience spiritual development through prayer, study, prayer-centered worship, fellowship... and time to enjoy the beach! The retreat is divided into two groups: Phase One for first-timers (aka […]