El Camino Real Conference Events
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| When | Where | Announcement | Agenda | Minutes |
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| March 15, 2026 from 3 to 6 p.m. | Mount Cross at Highway 9, Felton, CA | Conference 6 (“El Camino Real Conference”) Gathering | We are heading to camp for our annual conference gathering. The day will consist of tours of the facility updates, voting on Synod Council at Large positions, Synod updates, fun camp activities, smores, dinner, and more. Everyone is welcome at the gathering. Kids are welcome but must remain with an adult at all times, unless otherwise requested, there is no childcare. (If needed we can try and accomodate.) Dinner is optional, at a cost is $20 per person and you must RSVP to Pastor Cristina by March 7th with number of persons attending and allergy issues. | |
| March 13-15, 2026 | Mount Cross at Highway 9, Felton, CA | Mt. Cross Women's Retreat |  Step away from the everyday rush and immerse yourself in a weekend of reflection, connection, and renewal under the Redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The theme is “God’s Image,” discovering how each of us reflects God’s love and creativity in our lives.Through an inspiring speaker, conversations, meaningful activities, and quiet time to reflect, women will leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and ready to embrace what’s next. It’s a special opportunity to pause, grow, and connect with other women in a peaceful, nurturing environment. The weekend's schedule is planned to look like this. Accommodation & Pricing Options:
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| February 20, 2026 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. | Prince of Peace Lutheran Church at 12770 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 | Rev. Dr. Mitri Rahab “Rebuilding Hope After the Genocide” |  Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb is a Palestinian Lutheran Pastor, founder of Bright Stars of Bethlehem/Dar-Al Kalima University. Following the lecture, there will be opportunity for conversation and artwork from a Palestinian artist as well as books will be available for purchase.RSVP here. | |
| January 15, 2026 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. | Philz Coffee, 5205 Prospect Road #145, San Jose, CA | Coffee with the Dean | Meet with the our conference Dean. Each month's gathering will be at a different coffeeshop somewhere in our conference, so let her know if you can recommend one near you. | |
| December 24, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. | Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 1550 Meridian Avenue, San José, CA 95125 | Ecumenical German-Language Christmas Eve Service |  1:30 - Caroling2:00 - Christmas Eve Service with nativity play 3:00 - Coffee and Christmas cookies | |
| November 13, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. | Teleconference - Details distributed by email | Conference Rostered Leaders' Monthly Meeting | Details provided as needed. | |
| October 19, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Prince of Peace Lutheran Church at 12770 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 | Ukrainian Supporters Bake and Craft Sale |  All proceeds will be donated to support Ukrainian people in need. | |
| October 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. | Teleconference - Details distributed by email | Conference Rostered Leaders' Monthly Meeting | Details provided as needed. | |
| September 20, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. | Iglesia Luterana El Buen Pastor at 817 Beech Street, Salinas, CA 93905 | 40th Anniversary Celebration of Iglesia Luterana El Buen Pastor |  All Clergy and Rostered Ministers are invited to process. The color of the day is green. RSVP at +1 510-820-4108 | |
| September 13, 2025 from 4-6 p.m. | Prince of Peace Lutheran Church at 12770 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 | Watch Party for Bright Stars of Bethlehem's 2025 Gala |  A watch party raising awareness and support for Dar-al-Kalima University, the first and only university of arts, culture, and design in all of Palestine, featuring world-changers Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb and Rick Steves.RSVP by September 9th using this link. | |
| September 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. | Teleconference - Details distributed by email | Conference Rostered Leaders' Monthly Meeting | Details provided as needed. |
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