Equip & Encourage

"Empowering Lutheran Educators at the 2024 Conference"

The 2024 Educators’ Conference brought together over 490 Lutheran school leaders, speakers, and educators to the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark under the inspiring theme of “Equip and Encourage”. Over the two-day event, attendees were immersed in an environment filled with collaboration, innovation, and spiritual renewal—all designed to empower them to meet the challenges of Christian education with confidence and purpose.

The conference started with an exuberant keynote speaker in Tim Clue, who delivered a humorous and heartfelt address titled “The Unlikely Teacher.” Tim’s message resonated with attendees as he celebrated teachers’ essential role in cultivating lifelong learners. His stories highlighted how educators can embrace challenges to create environments of curiosity and engagement. Clue’s mantra, “When minds of all kinds find places to fit and not quit, we all succeed!” set the tone for the next two days of impactful sessions designed to build skills and nurture faith.

The schedule featured a diverse range of sectional workshops tailored to meet the unique needs of Lutheran educators across all grade levels and roles. These sessions combined practical tools with a strong faith focus, offering actionable insights for immediate classroom use. Whether learning strategies to implement restorative practices, exploring the benefits of micro-schools, or discovering and creating classroom activities, participants are left with new ideas to strengthen their teaching and leadership.

More than just a professional development event, the 2024 Educators’ Conference served as a powerful reminder of the transformative impact of Christ-centered education in the lives of students, families, and communities. For those who attended, the takeaway was clear: Christ has called and equipped each of them to reflect the light of Christ in their community.