PMA Convocation

2025 PMA Convocation: Equipped to Serve

September 18-20, 2-25
 First Lutheran Church
305 West 5th St, North Platte, NE 69101
Cost: $100 (includes four meals)

You are called. You are equipped. Let’s gather.

The PMA Convocation is a dedicated time for all Parish Ministry Associates (PMAs) and PMA students to come together for learning, connection, renewal, and visioning. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been serving faithfully for years, this event is for you.

What to Expect:

  • Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. Sarah Cordray
    Explore faithful leadership through Dr. Cordray’s keynote sessions, designed to help you lead with purpose and courage in your context.

  • Inclusion Training
    Required for all pastors, deacons, and PMAs in 2025
    This training begins Thursday, September 18 at 2:00 PM and fulfills your inclusion education requirement.

  • Bible Study with Bishop Scott
    Take time to be fed by the Word through interactive and reflective study with Bishop Scott.

  • Curriculum Updates + Future Visioning
    Learn about the latest updates to the PMA curriculum and help imagine the future of PMA ministry.

  • Fellowship & Faith-Filled Community
    Share meals, conversations, and prayers with fellow PMAs and students from across the state.

Meals Included:

  • Thursday: Dinner

  • Friday: Lunch & Dinner

  • Saturday: Lunch

Registration:

Cost is $100 and includes meals and training materials. Lodging is not included.

REGISTER HERE


Come, be refreshed and re-energized—Equipped to Serve in the ministry God has placed before you.