LCMS National Convention
July 18–23, 2026 • Phoenix, Ariz.
This is the official webpage for the 2026 LCMS Convention. More information will be published as it becomes available. Questions can be emailed to convention@lcms.org.
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.”
Safety Tips for Extreme Heat
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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Schedule
St. Louis
LCMS International Center
- Floor Committee Weekend — May 29–June 1
Phoenix
Phoenix Convention Center
- Pre-convention CLOSED Floor Committee Meetings — July 17
- Floor Committee Open Hearings — July 18 — 8:30 a.m.–noon
- Delegate Orientation — July 18 — 1:30–3 p.m.
- Opening Worship — July 18 — 7 p.m. preservice music and 7:30–9 p.m. service
- Convention Proceedings — July 19–23
- Convention Closes — July 23 — Noon
St. Louis
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
- Installation of New Officers — Sept. 18
All dates are 2026.
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