Uniting LCMS English District Lutheran Churches in Arizona’s South
The LCMS Arizona South Circuit strengthens bonds among local Lutheran congregations by sharing resources, support, and fellowship opportunities to nurture faith and community.
Upcoming Events
Lutheranism in the Era of Orthodoxy
This workshop, led by Dr. Gerhard Bode from Concordia, St. Louis, explores the historical developments in the theology and institutional life of the Lutheran “Orthodox” churches between the publication of the Book of Concord (1580) and the dawn of the Enlightenment. Discussion will consider the contributions of major theologians, pastors and church leaders in defining and redefining Lutheranism against the changing background of European political, social and cultural life.
Dates: Oct 7-9, 2026 at Catalina Lutheran in Tucson. Cost: $160
Register at: concordiasem.regfox.com/prof-insights-2026-professor-bode-in-tucson-az by Sep 23, 2026.
Western Region Pastors Conference
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 to Thursday, October 29, 2026
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Mesquite, NV
https://princeofpeacelutheran.org/2026-western-region-conference
Supporting LCMS English District Lutheran Congregations Across Southern Arizona
The LCMS Arizona South Circuit is dedicated to uniting Lutheran congregations in southern Arizona, providing vital resources and fostering community to strengthen faith and service across the region.
Missions and Ministries
Foster fellowship and enrich your spiritual journey within our vibrant community.
Lutheran Servanthood School
The Lutheran Servanthood School (LSS) is an educational program whose chief purpose is to assist in the training of qualified lay people to serve as lay deacon or lay deaconess in their home congregations.
LWML 2026
We are the English District of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML), a part of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).
As Lutheran Women in Mission, we joyfully proclaim Christ, support missions,
and equip women to honor God by serving others.
Operation Barnabas
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces
Through this program — the only one of its kind in the U.S. — together with our congregations, we accomplish three key goals:
1. Care for Reserve chaplains and their families and congregations.
2. Train and assist local congregations in the care, support and outreach to all military connected people in their congregations and their communities.
3. Serve as a resource to other organizations that provide care to military connected people.
Member Churches
Catalina Lutheran Church – Catalina
Faith Lutheran Church – Tucson
Mount Olive Lutheran Church – Tucson
Mt Olive Adult Catechism and Refresher – Online
Beginning on August 15th, Mt Olive began an online Catechism class. This class was designed to accommodate prospective new members who were not able to attend classes in person. In addition to the new members, the class has been attended by confirmed members who are interested in a refresher course on the Small Catechism. Questions and participation are encouraged, and the class continues to meet every other Saturday at 7pm. The class is recorded and uploaded to the Mt Olive youtube channel and Facebook for those who were unable to attend. If you would like to join the class, even if you are not at Mt Olive, feel free to reach out to Rev Isaac Wirtz to be added to the email list for further classes.
Ascension Lutheran Church – Tucson
Crosspoint Lutheran Church – Sahuarita
Will be holding two services with a new second service beginning Sept 13. Our worship times will be at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with Sunday school and Adult Bible study at 9:40 a.m.
Lutheran Church of the Risen Savior – Green Valley
Christus Rex Lutheran Church – Rio Rico
Schools
Connecting Lutheran Congregations Across Southern Arizona
Explore our dedicated support and resource offerings that strengthen our faith community and foster growth.
Circuit Visitor
Circuit #20 – Arizona-South
Rev. Bruce von Hindenburg
Catalina Lutheran Church
15855 N Twin Lakes Drive
Tucson, AZ 85739-8895
Phone: (520)825-9255
Winkel
Monthly gathering of circuit pastors to study the Scriptures and theology together, discuss
cases of casuistry, and enjoy fellowship.
Conventions and Conferences
Organizing events and missions that strengthen bonds within our Lutheran community and beyond.
Circuit Forum
“Walking together for mutual care, support, advice, study, ecclesiastical encouragement, service, coordination, resources, and counsel—all for the sake of greater congregational participation in God’s mission.”