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SUMMARY:Trinity Lutheran Church Centennial Celebration Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Vernon\, Washington\, is celebrating 100 years of “Generations of Faith.” Kicking off Trinity’s centennial milestone is the first of 4 events spanning a year\, beginning on Sept. 13\, 2026. Surely\, it will be a triumphant time\, including a special reception in our Fellowship Hall. Everyone is invited to join! \nTrinity welcomes guest Pastor Dick Flath and his wife\, Sandy\, for this momentous event.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/trinity-lutheran-church-centennial-celebration-kickoff/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church – Mount Vernon\, 301 S. 18th St.\, Mount Vernon\, 98274\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T120000
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SUMMARY:Ems and Emmies Annual Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the Ems & Emmies Annual Summer Picnic!\nWhen: Tuesday\, Sept. 15\, from 12 – 2 p.m.\nWhere: St. Paul Lutheran Church\, Picnic Grove (17500 SW Cedarview Way\, Sherwood\, OR 97140-8698) \nThis event will include food\, fellowship\, song\, and time to share and socialize. Sandwiches\, beverages\, utensils\, and other basic needs will be provided. Please bring a salad or dessert to share! \nThe primary purpose of the Ems & Emmies group is to provide support for retired professional church workers (PCWs) in the Northwest Oregon & Southwest Washington region.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/ems-and-emmies-annual-summer-picnic/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Church – Sherwood\, Oregon\, 17500 SW Cedarview Way\, Sherwood\, Oregon\, 97140
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ORGANIZER;CN="Em's and Emmie's - Norm Metzler":MAILTO:npjmetzler@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T120000
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall Ministry Clarity Workshops
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with LCEF\, the NOW District is offering Regional Ministry Clarity workshops. These are intended for all congregations in circuits 13\, 14\, and 17\, with pastors and congregational lay leaders in mind. Invitations were sent via email and hard copy letter in August. They are designed to be immensely helpful in putting congregations on the path to renewed vigor and to making an impact in their communities for the cause of Christ and the Gospel. The deadline to submit registration is Friday\, Sept. 11. \nWhen: Sept. 19\, Oct. 10\, Nov. 7\, and Dec. 5 (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.)\nWhere: Bethlehem Lutheran Church & School (2505 W 27th Ave.\, Kennewick\, WA 99337) \nLCEF Vice President for Ministry Solutions\, Rev. Kris Kunkel\, will lead the sessions. He is a gifted facilitator and well acquainted with the subject matter being presented. You will emerge encouraged\, enlightened\, and inspired for Kingdom work! \nQuestions? Email Northwest District LCEF Vice President Mike Madison or call him at 503-288-8383.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/2026-fall-mission-clarity-workshop/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Lutheran Church — Kennewick\, 2505 W 27th Ave\, Kennewick\, WA\, 99337\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Madison":MAILTO:mike.madison@lcef.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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SUMMARY:Alaska Pastors Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Pastors Conference will be held Sept. 21-23. Stay tuned for more info.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/alaska-pastors-conference-2/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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SUMMARY:Concordia Seminary Theological Symposium: Ministry in Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Concordia Seminary’s 36th Annual Theological Symposium\, “I Will Uphold You … with My righteous right hand: Ministry in Mental Health\,” will take place Sept. 22-23 on campus. Get more info and register here. Deadline is Sept. 8. \nThe symposium will examine the church’s role in caring for those experiencing mental health challenges\, particularly as mental health care has become increasingly associated with psychiatrists\, psychologists\, and other licensed professionals\, often to the exclusion of pastors and their spiritual care of souls. \n\nPlenaries:
“Anfechtung in High Places: The Struggles of Luther\, Walther and Others with Mental Illness and Despair” presented by Dr. Stephen Pietsch\, associate professor of Practical Theology\, dean of Theological Research and Publication\, Concordia Seminary.\n“Queering the Mind Against Reality and Truth” presented by Dr. Mark Rockenbach\, professor of Practical Theology\, director of Personal Growth and Leadership Development\, director of Institutional Review Board\, Concordia Seminary.\n“Theology and Psychology: Exploring the Nexus of Care” presented by Dr. Beverly Yahnke\, executive director for Christian Counsel at DOXOLOGY: The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care and Counsel\, Brookfield\, Wis.\n\nRegistration
General registration is $190. Concordia Seminary faculty and students may attend the symposium free of charge but must preregister. \nFor questions\, contact Continuing Education at 314-505-7286 or ce@csl.edu.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/concordia-seminary-theological-symposium-ministry-in-mental-health/
LOCATION:Concordia Seminary – St. Louis\, MO\, 801 Seminary Place\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63105
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ORGANIZER;CN="Continuing Education":MAILTO:ce@csl.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:Oregon Pastors Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Pastors Conference will be held Sept. 28-30 at the Cannon Beach Conference Center in Cannon Beach\, Oregon. Concordia Seminary President Rev. Dr. Tom Egger will lead sessions on Genesis and on pastoral formation.
URL:https://nowlcms.org/nw-event/oregon-pastors-conference/
LOCATION:Cannon Beach Conference Center\, 289 N Spruce St\,\, Cannon Beach\, Oregon\, 97110
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