Nebraska Synod ELCA

2026 PMA Convocation
Stirred by the Spirit

Join PMA students and certified PMAs from across the Nebraska Synod for a time of worship, learning, and connection—“Stirred by the Spirit.”

This year’s convocation will include keynote presentations from Pr. Patrick Sipes, time with Bishop Scott, shared meals, and space for prayerful conversation as we continue together “on the road to Gothenburg.”

Event Details

Dates:
Friday, May 1 – Saturday, May 2, 2026

Location:
First Lutheran Church
3315 Avenue G
Kearney, NE 68847

Who Should Attend:
All certified PMAs and PMA students are invited and encouraged to attend.

Theme: Stirred by the Spirit

Throughout the convocation, we’ll explore what it means to be stirred, guided, and sustained by the Holy Spirit in our PMA ministries—both in our local contexts and across the synod. Through keynote sessions, worship, and conversation, we’ll listen together for how the Spirit is moving us forward.

Keynote Speaker: Pr. Patrick Sipes

Registration & Cost

Cost: $65.00 per person
Your registration includes four meals:

• Thursday: Dinner (for those attending Inclusion Training)
• Friday: Lunch & Dinner
• Saturday: Lunch

Registration for the convocation (and Inclusion Training) will be available on the Nebraska Synod website.

Optional Add-on: Inclusion Training (Required for Pastors, Deacons & PMAs in 2026)

Inclusion Training is required in 2026 for:

• Pastors
• Deacons
• PMAs

Training Details

• Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
• Time: Begins at 2:00 p.m.
• Location: First Lutheran Church, Kearney

Note: Thursday dinner is included for those attending Inclusion Training.
Registration for Inclusion Training is here

Hotel Accommodations

Holiday Inn Kearney
110 2nd Ave
Kearney, NE 68847

A link to the group rate at Holiday Inn Kearney will be included in your registration confirmation email.