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Sept 15th - 17th, 2026

2026 Host: Concordia Lutheran Church
505 S Kirkwood Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122

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2026 WALi Summit

The Worship Arts Leader Initiative (WALi) Summit connects leaders of worship together for common support, empowered learning, and professional inspiration. WALi leaders share a commitment to Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions, especially within the LCMS. WALi also welcomes all who are eager to engage with its mission.

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Concordia University Irvine Campus

What is WALi?

WALi is an initiative of Concordia University Irvine’s Center for Worship Leadership (CWL), which envisions a supportive and encouraging community of theologically faithful leaders engaged in contextual artistry throughout the LCMS.

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Designed for Your Whole Worship Staff

The WALi Summit is designed so that churches can bring their entire worship staff, offering specialized training and shared experiences (group discounts available). Grow together through engaging plenaries, worship services, and ministry-specific breakout sessions, deepening your team’s unity and impact in ministry.

Church Musicians / Worship Leaders

Church Musicians / Worship Leaders

Come experiences over 5 services with excellent music of both traditional and contemporary genres, breakouts on relevant topics of theology, leadership, and practical skills, and fellowship with other church musicians.

Pastors

Pastors

Engage in our thoughtfully planned services, featuring dynamic preaching from outstanding preachers. Deepen your craft through in-depth preaching seminars led by seminary-level educators, then debrief with your whole team to process insights and apply them in your unique context.

Tech Arts Directors

Tech Arts Directors

Dive into practical training tailored for those who serve in audio, video, and lighting. Learn best practices for church technology and collaborate with other tech directors who share your passion for supporting worship with excellence.

Church Work Students

Church Work Students

Gain valuable insight into the intersection of theology, worship, and leadership as you prepare for a future in church ministry. Network and learn from experienced servants in the church.

What to Expect at the 2026 WALi Summit

What to Expect at the 2026 WALi Summit

GUEST PLENARY SESSIONS WILL:

  • deepen our understanding of worship theology
  • sharpen us as ministry leaders
  • inspire us to hone our artistic skill
  • remind us that we are not alone

BREAKOUT SESSIONS WILL:

  • target ministry-specific roles such as preaching, contemporary & traditional worship, technology & media, leadership, & more
  • offering specialized training
  • provide networking opportunities

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