A Tell the Next Generation Conference: Guided by God’s Truth
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
Lutheran High School of St. Charles
We become and grow as disciples of Jesus Christ by His power at work through His means of grace. The truth proclaimed to us in His Word is powerful to keep us growing as His disciples every day. This conference seeks to encourage and empower homes to grow in discipleship every day through a renewed focus on Jesus and His Word. Executive Director of the Concordia Center for the Family Rev. Dr. Todd A. Biermann, will lead us through his "Life in God’s Way" series, which helps shape our worldview, strengthen family discipleship, and navigate life transitions with purpose and grace.
The key scripture for our conference is “Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all the day long.” (Psalm 25:4-5). With this powerful reminder that God is our guide, we’ll explore how families can align their lives with God’s truth through the gift of discipleship.
Parents, elders, Sunday School teachers, youth leaders, pastors, Directors of Christian Education, and anyone who is about creating Christ-centered homes for families of all stages and ages should attend. This is a practical and relevant conference for you and your congregation.
Registration:
Watch here and Missouri District social media platforms for registration details and more information.
Plenary presenter:
Rev. Dr. Todd A. Biermann, who served as a parish pastor for 33 years, now serves as the executive director of the Concordia Center for the Family, a Recognized Service Organization (RSO) of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS). With a Doctor of Ministry focus on Christian marriage and family, he provides guidance to homes and congregations in their mission to make lifelong disciples of Jesus. Biermann is the author of the award-winning book Handing Out Life and several other works focused on family discipleship and Christian living, including the Life in God’s Way series and a new companion piece to the Lutheran Study Bible from Concordia Publishing House (CPH), Everyday Word: A Two-Year Bible Journal.
Tentative Schedule:
Tell the Next Generation Conference
Nov. 8, 2025
Lutheran High School, St. Charles, MO
8:15 a.m. – Registration, Welcome Center and Refreshments – The Commons
9 a.m. – Welcome and Introductions – The Commons
9:15 a.m. – Plenary I: "Life in God’s Way: Worldview" – Rev. Dr. W. Todd Biermann – The Commons
9:55 a.m. – Break
10:05 a.m. – Sectional One in classrooms
10:50 a.m. – Break
11 a.m. – Plenary II: “Life in God’s Way: Family Discipleship" – Rev. Dr. W. Todd Biermann – The Commons
11:45 a.m. – Lunch – The Commons
12:30 p.m. – Plenary III: “Life in God’s Way: For ALL of Life" – Rev. Dr. W. Todd Biermann – The Commons
1:15 p.m. – Break
1:25 p.m. – Sectional Two in classrooms
2:05 p.m. – Break
2:15 p.m. – Sectional Three in classrooms
3 p.m. – Closing – The Commons
Plenary sessions:
Life in God’s Way: Worldview
What’s your worldview? What guides your thinking, planning, dreaming, and acting throughout every moment of every day? We all have a worldview. If it’s shaped by the world, we’re in for trouble. However, if our worldview is shaped by the Truth of God’s Word, it will guide us to a life of peace, contentment and lasting joy. Biermann provides a simple, memorable and Christ-centered presentation of God’s plan for such a life shaped by the truth of His Word. Based on the teachings in his award-winning 2016 book, “Handing Out Life: The Simple Way to Rewarding Relationships in All of Life,” this presentation will show how every home can delight in Christian discipleship every day.
Life in God’s Way: Family Discipleship
In Matt. 28:19-20a, Jesus instructs his disciples to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (ESV). Concordia Center for the Family takes this seriously with its mission of uniting homes and congregations in making lifelong disciples of Jesus. Biermann shares how this happens in every family … parents with children, one person alone, blended families, grandparents with grandchildren, or any other family structure. Family discipleship prospers when homes and congregations unite to live according to God’s way (building on Biermann’s previous “Worldview” presentation).
Life in God’s Way: For ALL of Life
Once you have a worldview shaped by God’s Word of Truth that empowers and inspires you to love as Jesus loved you, it will guide and bless ALL of your relationships in life. Biermann will build on his earlier presentations to help you apply God’s Truth in this way. You’ll be equipped and inspired to live a purposeful and joyful life of love and witness in God’s way.
Breakout sessions and presenters:
We are excited to offer a diverse and enriching lineup of breakout sessions designed to deepen your understanding and practice of family discipleship. Each session will be led by knowledgeable speakers who are passionate about guiding and equipping families in their Christian walk. The topics will cover a wide range of areas, including marriage, parenting, family devotions, and more. Breakout topics and presenters will be listed here by April 30.