Faithful and Flourishing:
Oklahoma District Church Workers Gather for Fall Conference
Church workers from across the Oklahoma District gathered at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Enid for the Fall Church Workers' Conference in October, centered on the theme "Faithful and Flourishing." The conference featured guest speaker Dr. Bernard Bull, President of Concordia University, Nebraska, who shared insights on pedagogy and strategies for cultivating faithful, flourishing environments in our congregations, schools and ministries.
Oklahoma District President Rev. Dr. David Nehrenz and Dr. Bernard Bull of Concordia University, NE.
The conference began Monday evening with worship and the celebration of Holy Communion, centering our time together around the gifts and promises of Christ. The gathering concluded its opening worship with the hymn "Go, My Children, with My Blessing" (LSB 922), a fitting reminder of God's faithfulness and His presence with us in every season. Following worship, church workers enjoyed a delicious meal together catered by a local restaurant and shared updates from each of our District's ministry areas.
Church workers at the Fall 2026 Conference receive God's gifts in worship.
(Left) Rev. Clayton Dodge leads the processional to open worship. (Right) OK District President Rev. Dr. David Nehrenz preaches the sermon.
Dr. Bernard Bull presents "Features of a Faithful and Flourishing Christian School" to attendees of the Oklahoma District Fall 2026 Church Workers' Conference IN Enid, OK.
Beginning Tuesday, Dr. Bull explored the topic of pedagogy, the art and science of teaching and learning. Pedagogy considers how people learn, how teaching can be most effective and how intentional learning environments can encourage curiosity, engagement, and growth. His presentations offered church workers helpful perspectives and strategies for nurturing environments where people can learn, grow in their faith, and flourish in their God-given vocations.
District Church Workers discuss one of the topics of Dr. Bull's presentation.
The fall conference provided additional opportunities for connection among church workers from across the district. These opportunities to share experiences, encourage one another and build relationships are an important part of our life together as the Church.
We are grateful to Redeemer Lutheran Church for hosting this year's conference and to the ladies of the LWML for their generous hospitality throughout our time together.
Members of LWML at Redeemer, Enid who prepared and served meals for our District Church Workers.
As we return to our respective congregations, schools, and ministries, may we continue to serve faithfully, encourage one another and cultivate environments where the people of God can flourish in the gifts and vocations He has given them. Above all, we give thanks for the Lord who sustains His Church and blesses the work He has called us to do.
OK District Church Workers: Carri Cline, DPM Marjorie Hall, DCE Suzanne Watt, and DCE Nikki Boyd.
