about US
Our Purpose & Vision
As the Pacific Southwest District, our mission is to effectively resource congregations and schools to fulfill the Great Commission.
​
School Ministries' Purpose...is to be connected in Christ and connected with each other through building and maintaining God-focused relationships.
​
Our Vision...School Ministries of the PSD will effectively resource healthy, accountable 21stcentury Lutheran ministries that are
​
-
motivated by the Gospel,
-
expectantly yearning for God’s direction,
-
true to the Lutheran tradition of educational excellence, and
​
Led by congregational and educational leaders who model
​
-
passionate commitment to ministry, trusting relationships,
-
peaceful partnerships, and
-
support and encouragement to educators, staff, students and their families to be dynamic disciples of Jesus Christ and life-long learners.
The Pacific Southwest District serves congregations, schools and their mission staff in Arizona, Southern California and Southern Nevada.
We have 20,299 students enrolled in 88 early childhood centers, 46 elementary schools and 9 high schools,served by over 2,000 educators.
It is an honor and a privilege to serve with you in the district!
Thank you for your partnership, your prayers, and your support!
We are connected in Christ, called to courageous leadership!