Pastors’ Conference

Spring Pastors’ Conference
April 13-14, 2026
Younes Conference Center North, Kearney

Date and Location: April 13-14, at the Younes Conference Center North located at 707 W. Talmadge Street in Kearney.

Topic & Presenter: “The Pastoral Task of Adult Education: Confession, Learning, and Congregational Life .” The presenter for this conference will be Rev. Dr. Peter Jurchen, Assistant Professor of Lutheran Education and Faith Formation at Concordia University, Nebraska. 

Conference Resources

  • Session One: “Toward Maturity in Christ: Scriptural and Doctrinal Foundations for Adult Education”  PDF here
  • Session Two: “Why Are You Here? Adult Learning Theory and the Parish Context”  PDF here
  • Session Three: “From Leader to Learner-Centered: Teaching Strategies for Adult Learners in the Parish”  PDF here
  • Session Four/Closing Session: “Space, Coffee, and Community: Practical Considerations for Parish Adult Education”  PDF here