69th LCMS
National Convention
July 18 - 23, 2026
Phoenix, arizona
“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.” 1 Corinthians 15:20-22
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The main LCMS NATIONAL CONVENTION page contains links to all the pertinent information relative to the Synodical convention.
The TRIENNIUM TIMELINE page contains:
A clickable infographic for each phase of the governance process. Clicking on any of the sections (i.e. 1A, 1B, 1C, etc.) will take you to detailed information about that topic
An informational poster you can download as a helpful resource
Important dates and deadlines
The CONGREGATIONAL GOVERNANCE page contains links to:
The Overview Guide to Participation - this is a general introduction to congregational participation
Informed Participation - background information
Triennium Processes - detailed governance processes including triennium phases
The three main congregational governance activities: representation, nominations, and overture submission
Candidates for Synodical Offices
The candidates for Synodical president, first and regional vice-presidents have been announced. See the list HERE!
Convention Bible Studies
Explore the convention theme with these six Bible study lessons. Each includes prayer, Scripture study and a suggested hymn.
Leader Guide | Participant Guide
2026 National Offering: “Tell the Next Generation”
The 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) will be held July 18–23 in downtown Phoenix, under the theme “Christ Is Risen Indeed.” The theme for the 2026 National Offering reflects thechurch’s call to share the message of Christ’s resurrection far and wide, across space and time: “Christ Is Risen! Tell the Next Generation.” The theme is based on Psalm 78:4:“We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and His might, and the wonders that He has done.”
The National Offering, which spans the years between conventions, provides an opportunity for congregations, districts, circuits, individuals or other groups to support the work of the LCMS vigorously to make known the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Gifts to the 2026–2029 National Offering will directly benefit ongoing domestic work carried out at the local level by LCMS congregations, districts and others, and supported by LCMS Family Ministry, Youth Ministry, Campus Ministry and School Ministry.
More information will be made available about grant opportunities for LCMS congregations, districts and Recognized Service Organizations to take part in spreading the Good News to the next generation.
Learn more at lcms.org/convention/national/offering.
Minnesota South Delegate Information
Thank you for your willingness to represent your Minnesota South Circuit at the Synodical convention! You will find hotel, meals, flight, and reimbursement information below.
There will be a VOTING DELEGATE meeting on JUNE 13, 2026, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Lakeville (16725 Highview Ave., Lakeville 55044). More information will be coming!
Hotel
The Minnesota South District has been assigned to the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 340 N 3rd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004. Hotel rooms have been blocked for 6 nights, beginning with check-in on the afternoon of Friday, July 17, and check-out on the morning of Thursday, July 23.
This hotel is 0.2 miles from the Phoenix Convention Center where the convention will be held. The hotel has on-site parking available at an additional charge.
Additional Hotel Information
VOTING DELEGATES: Each circuit will be responsible for the cost for each hotel room for their delegates. The total cost for one hotel room for 6 nights is $900.00 (or $1,800.00 per Circuit). Please ask your Circuit Treasurer to remit the amount owed for the hotel rooms to the Minnesota South District (14301 Grand Ave., Burnsville, MN 55306), attention Julie Bigler, by Friday, April 10, 2026. The Minnesota South District will then remit one payment to the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. Each circuit will also be responsible for any hotel incidentals and the cost of parking.
ADVISORY DELEGATES: The Minnesota South District will pay for the cost of your hotel room in Phoenix. If sharing a room with a voting delegate, the voting delegate’s circuit will cover the cost of your hotel room rather than the District.
Meals
Breakfast will be provided on the mornings of Sunday, July 19 through Wednesday, July 22. These breakfasts are sponsored by LCEF and the Minnesota South District. Meeting during this time will allow for fellowship and discussion on convention developments. You will receive more information as the convention draws near.
Additional Meal Information
VOTING DELEGATES: Circuits are responsible for arranging and paying for meal costs, except for the breakfasts provided by LCEF & the Minnesota South District. Contact your Circuit Visitor for more information. Click here for the Circuit Visitor list.
ADVISORY DELEGATES: The meal reimbursement per advisory delegate per day while in Phoenix is up to $18.00 for lunch, $25.00 for dinner, and $15.00 for breakfast on Thursday, July 23. Prices are exclusive of tax and a reasonable tip. Breakfasts will be provided by LCEF and Minnesota South District on Sunday, July 19 - Wednesday, July 22. There will not be any reimbursement for breakfast costs on the days when breakfast is provided.
To receive reimbursement for meal costs you will complete this expense voucher and provide original, itemized receipts (credit card receipts will not be accepted). Alcoholic beverages will not be reimbursed. All reimbursements will be paid after the convention is completed and receipts have been submitted to the District office. Please mail or email your voucher and receipts to the district office (14301 Grand Ave., Burnsville, MN 55306), attention to Julie Bigler.
Flights
When booking flights, we suggest flying in on Friday, July 17 and departing on the afternoon of Thursday, July 23 following the convention.
The hotel DOES NOT have a shuttle to/from the airport. Travelers may take an Uber or a taxi. There is also a service called Prime Time Services that offers shuttles from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to your hotel. Check it out and reserve your ride HERE.
Additional Flight Information
VOTING DELEGATES: Circuits are responsible for arranging and paying for their delegate’s airfare. Delegates are asked to contact your Circuit Visitor for additional information. Click here for the Circuit Visitor list.
ADVISORY DELEGATES: Advisory delegates are responsible for arranging their own airfare to Phoenix. To receive reimbursement for travel costs you will complete this expense voucher and provide original, itemized receipts (credit card receipts will not be accepted). All reimbursements will be paid after the convention is completed and receipts have been submitted to the District office. Please mail or email your voucher and receipts to the district office (14301 Grand Ave., Burnsville, MN 55306), attention to Julie Bigler.