# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: For complete listing of event details please visit our website: 
www.lcmctexas.org/annual-gathering

We are thrilled to have Ben Griffin, Nathan Hoff, and Julie Smith join us as our keynote speakers. Ben Griffin is the CEO of LINC in Dallas, TX, he is also a church planter and serves as a Pastor at multiple churches. Nathan Hoff is the Pastor of Trinity Lutheran in San Pedro, CA and host of podcast: Low in the Water. Julie Smith joins us from St. Peter, MN and serves as the Service Coordinator for LCMC. On Friday afternoon we invite you to join us for a Pre-Gathering Seminar from 12:00 to 4:30 pm with additional presentations from our keynote presenters. A lunch will be served from Noon to 1pm. Our host congregation will be offering an optional Pork Tenderloin Dinner on Friday evening to benefit to benefit their Youth Programs. Find more info in this packet!

A Special Youth Gathering will once again be held for ALL Middle and High School Students, who are invited to stay for a LOCK-IN overnight Friday! An optional add-on is being offered this year for Friday – swimming at Landa Park!

The Highlights:
• This Gathering is for EVERYONE! All are welcome!
• Great Food, Fellowship, Worship, Teaching… and a FREE T-Shirt!
• Friday Optional add-ons:
     o Pre-Gathering Seminar, including lunch 
     o Pork Tenderloin Dinner benefiting the St. Paul's Children's Ministry
• Main Gathering begins at 4:30 pm on Friday and concludes at 4:30 pm on Saturday
• Youth Gathering with overnight LOCK-IN (grades 6-12) happening simultaneously
      o Optional add-on: Youth Gathering pre-gathering activity Friday – Swimming at Landa Park
• Keynote Presentations by Ben Griffin, Nathan Hoff and Julie Smith
• 3 Breakout Sessions with 18 different breakouts to choose from
**Hosted by St. Paul, New Braunfels located at 777 West San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130**

For Tickets:
• Register online at www.lcmctexas.org/annual-gathering
• Early bird rate of $80 for adults and half-price for Youth Gathering if registered by June 30th!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-braunfels/2026-texas-district-annual-gathering-called/200030082073759
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 33

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Braunfels
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: St. Paul Lutheran Church - New Braunfels
- **lat**: 29.696490002752
- **long**: -98.129675220021
- **full address**: St. Paul Lutheran Church - New Braunfels, 181 S Santa Clara Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED takes place on Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at St. Paul Lutheran Church - New Braunfels, 181 S Santa Clara Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED?
  - **A:** 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED is organized by LCMC Texas District.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Braunfels, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Texas District Annual Gathering: CALLED sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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