About the Conference

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2026 Fall Pastors' Conference, September 27-30 at Faith Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, NV

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This year’s conference theme Freedom in Christ  focuses on mental and spiritual health for you and those you serve, specifically around the epidemic of pornography and sexual addiction. Our conference speakers will provide insights and actionable information related to the wide scope of this issue (including within the church), the mechanics of breaking sexual addiction and building integrity, and theological foundation that supports recovery. Attendees will be equipped with greater understanding, practical tools, and Christ-centered freedom and hope as you serve those who struggle while also caring for your own emotional and spiritual well-being.

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Counseling Sessions Available

Counselors will also be available to pastors, wives and couples throughout the conference for private sessions related to pornography, sexual addiction, or other challenges you may currently be experiencing. The therapists will be introduced during the first morning of the conference and you will have the opportunity to make a private, confidential appointment directly with the therapist. President Gibson wants you to know that this conference is a safe place for you to deal with issues, get help, be reminded of God’s grace in Christ, and know the power of the Spirit to live a transformed life.

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Conference Venue 

We are very blessed to have Faith Community Lutheran Church located at 3505 S. Town Center Dr. in Las Vegas, NV as our conference venue and host. Check-in, devotions, and all conference meals and sessions will take place at the church.

 

Hotel Accommodations

Hotel accommodations are available at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino, located just a few minutes from the church. The conference rate is valid for check-in on Sunday, September 27, and check-out on Wednesday, September 30. Links for reserving your hotel room, along with directions to the church, are included above and in your confirmation email you will receive after conference registration. Please note that hotel reservations must be made by August 28, 2026. If you have questions about the conference registration or hotel reservations, please contact Kelly DeJongh (kelly.dejongh@psd-lcms.org) for assistance.

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Conference Highlights

You are encouraged to arrive on Sunday, September 27, and enjoy a relaxing evening of fellowship. The conference will begin Monday morning with 7:00 a.m. check-in at Faith Community Lutheran Church, devotions at 8:30 a.m., followed immediately by the start of the conference program. You'll have free time for fellowship and other activities on Monday afternoon (see below for options). Tuesday will feature a full day of conference programming followed by a special dinner celebrating Concordia University Irvine's 50th anniversary, followed by worship with Holy Communion. The conference will conclude at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. (A Circuit Visitors lunch and meeting follows, concluding by 2:00 p.m.)   ​

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Ladies Luncheon

Ladies attending are invited to join Kathy Gibson and other PSD women for a special Ladies Luncheon on Tuesday, September 29, generously sponsored by LCEF. The luncheon will begin at 12:00 p.m. in the Chapel and will feature Jill Dodge—therapist, speaker, author, team member at Shepherd's Canyon Retreat Center, and member of Christ Lutheran Church & School in La Mesa, California. Enjoy a delicious lunch, meaningful fellowship with other women who truly understand the unique joys and challenges of life in the ministry "fishbowl," and leave encouraged by Jill's practical insights, wisdom, and resources. You may register for the luncheon when you complete your conference registration.

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Important Dates to Remember

• Early Registration Deadline - August 15 (registration price increases on 8/16)

• Conference Registration Deadline - August 28

• Hotel Reservations Deadline - August 28

• Deadline to sign up for the either (optional) Monday Activity - Golf or Mob Museum Tour - August 28