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LCMS National Convention

July 18–23, 2026   •   Phoenix, Ariz.



Overview

The 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is scheduled for July 18–23, 2026, in downtown Phoenix.

The theme will be “Christ Is Risen Indeed,” based on 1 Corinthians 15:20–22:

“But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For as by a man came death, by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.”

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LCMS 2026 Convention — Convention Workbook: Reports and Overtures

2026 Workbook

The Convention Workbook contains reports and overtures for the Synod’s 69th Regular Convention. The PDF also includes the elected voting and advisory representation of congregations and advisory members.

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LCMS 2026 Convention — Nominee Bios & Statements

Nominee Bios & Statements

This report includes biographical synopses and statements by the candidates for LCMS president, first vice-president and regional VPs. The downloadable PDF also includes nominations for various regional positions in the Synod.

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2026–2029 LCMS National Offering -- “Christ Is Risen! Tell the Next Generation”

2026–2029 LCMS National Offering

The LCMS National Offering, “Christ Is Risen! Tell the Next Generation,” will support the work of congregations, districts and RSOs vigorously to make known the Good News of Jesus Christ among families, young people and children.

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2026 LCMS Convention Bible Study

2026 LCMS Convention Bible Study

The 2026 convention Bible study explores the theme, which is based on 1 Corinthians 15:20–22, in six lessons that include a devotion, prayer and suggested hymn.

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Hear from the health experts at Concordia Plan Services about how to be well and stay safe in the heat and sun of Phoenix during the LCMS Convention in July.

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The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Inc., including Mission Central (in Mapleton, Iowa), is an IRS registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity.

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