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SUMMARY:2026 Texas District Theological Convocation
DESCRIPTION:Face to Face: Soul\, Suffering\, and the God Who Meets Us \nRev. Dr. Robert Kolb is currently hospitalized in Germany\, so Rev. Dr. Rich Rudowske will be filling in with Dr. Chad Lakies for a cognitive and sociological exploration of the self\, the soul\, and the God who meets us in suffering.  \nIn a world of hidden wounds\, fragile identity\, and growing isolation\, the Gospel speaks face-to-face—calling us into honest conversation with God and one another. Join theologians Dr. Robert Kolb (Face to Face: Martin Luther’s View of Reality) and Dr. Chad Lakies (How the Light Shines Through: Resilient Witness in Dark Times)  for a rich exploration of the self\, the soul\, and the God who meets us in suffering. \nTogether\, we will engage Luther’s insights on Anfechtungen\, Law and Gospel\, and the consolation of Christ\, alongside contemporary questions of identity\, trauma\, and the modern self. Come discover how the Church can cultivate compassionate community\, mutual consolation\, and resilient hope in a broken world. \nThe Texas District Theological Convocation will be held at Faith Lutheran Church in Georgetown. Register today!  \nInterested in being an exhibitor at the Convocation? Spaces are limited. Visit the registration link to reserve a spot and contact Lisa Candido for more information. \n\nRegister Early and Save! Take advantage of our tiered registration pricing and register early for the best rates: \nEarly Bird (by end of day Feb. 14): $55\nRegular (Feb. 15 – March 31): $70\nLate (April 1–onsite): $80 \nSecure your place today and enjoy the lowest rate before prices go up!  \n\nSchedule:\nDay 1 \n8:30-9:30 am Registration \n9:30 am Opening Devotion\, Pastor Doyle Theimer \n10:00 am – Noon We Need to Talk\, but Nobody Wants to \nNoon: Lunch Provided \n1:00 pm – 3 pm What’s Really Preventing us From Talking? \n3:00 pm Break \n3:15 pm – 5 pm Theological and Cultural Reflections \n5:00 pm Texas District President \n5:30 pm Break for Dinner (Dinner on Your Own) \nDay 2 \n9:00 Opening Devotion\, Rev. Ben Gonzales \n9:30 am – 11 am What Do we Owe Each Other? Drawing on Theological Wells to Recover Face-to-Face Engagement \n11:00 am Break \n11:15 am – 12:15 pm Embracing the Gospel for the Sake of Our Fellowship \nDeparture Lunch on Your Own \n\nHotel Recommendations:\nFor your consideration\, here are three hotel options located near Faith Lutheran Church in Georgetown. These are provided for reference only and are not recommendations. Please note that a special concert\, Two Step Inn\, is scheduled in Georgetown the weekend prior to the convocation. Hotel prices for the Sunday night closest to Faith Georgetown may be higher.  \n1. Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center \n2. Hampton Inn & Suites Georgetown/Austin North \n3. Comfort Suites Georgetown \n\nRefund Policy:\nWe understand that plans can change! If you need to cancel your registration\, please do so at least 30 days before the event to receive a full refund. Cancellations made fewer than 30 days prior are not eligible for a refund\, as we’ve already committed resources to the event’s success. \nThank you for your understanding and support!
URL:https://txlcms.org/event/2026-texas-district-theological-convocation/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church Georgetown\, 4010 Williams Dr\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
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