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Luther Seminary’s Leadership Circle Retreat
Palm Desert, California
January 25–26, 2020
You are invited to attend the Leadership Circle Retreat to recognize the way Luther Seminary’s alumni are faithfully serving their communities and to celebrate the real-world impact your investments continue to make around Christ’s Church.
During the retreat, Professor of Old Testament and The Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology, and Ministry Rolf Jacobson will be guest preaching at Hope Lutheran Church. Following the service, join faculty and seminary leaders to learn about and discuss the innovative methods used by Derek Fossey ’08 M.Div. in his ministry.
Optional: If you plan to arrive to the Palm Desert area the day before the main event, you’re invited to a dinner at the resort with Luther Seminary faculty Rolf Jacobson and Terri Elton.
Retreat Highlights
January 25 (Optional)
6:30 p.m. Dinner with Rolf Jacobson and Terri Elton
Blu Ember Restaurant, Wine Room, 41000 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
January 26
8:45 a.m. Coffee and pastries
9:30 a.m. Traditional Service
11 a.m. Modern Service
12 p.m. Lunch
- Presentation by Pastor Derek Fossey and Terri Elton
- Discussion with Hope Lutheran pastors Gerald Sharon and Rick Bailard
Hope Lutheran Church, 45900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
A block of rooms is reserved at Omni Resorts Rancho Las Palmas in Palm Springs. Make your reservation by calling 800-843-6664. Request a room from Luther Seminary’s block by January 3 to receive the group discount. All hotel reservations are the responsibility of guests. Transportation will be provided from the hotel to the ministry site.