St. John’s Evangelical
Lutheran Church
9141 County Road 101 | Corcoran, MN 55340
OCTOBER 19 - 20, 2026
Jim Otremba
MDiv, MS, LICSW | CEO of The Center for Family Counseling
Jim Otremba has dedicated his career to the stewardship of the "earthen vessel," helping church workers find healing and balance necessary for a lifetime of service. Holding an M.Div. and an M.S. in applied psychology, Jim has been a licensed therapist in MN since 1997. As the earthly steward and CEO of a Christian-based mental health clinic in St. Cloud and a doctoral candidate (ABD) in Psychology, he bridges 21st-century science with the timeless truths of Scripture. Jim speaks from the heart of a father and husband; married to his best friend Maureen since 1995 and a long-time stay-at-home dad to three adult children—including two with special needs—he understands the complexities of a full life. For over twenty years, Jim has served as a trusted ally to LCMS pastors and lay church workers across the Midwest, helping them move toward the abundant life promised in John 10:10 through creating and sustaining resilient ministry.
Jim Otremba | CEO of The Center for Family Counseling
MDiv, MS, LICSW
Join us for this year’s keynote talks as we journey into the intersection of God’s Word and the design of the human brain exploring how to create and sustain resilient ministry. You will gain practical, neurologically based skills to regulate and renew your mind and body, empowering you to serve your congregation with a clear heart and a lasting, joyful faithfulness.
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Conference REGISTRATION indicates your attendance at the conference. All active pastors must complete the Conference Registration Form, regardless of attendance. All other pastors need to complete the registration form only if they plan on attending the conference.
Active pastors: This is a REQUIRED conference; all ACTIVE pastors are required to pay the registration fee, regardless of attendance. If you are unable to attend, please complete the Absentee Form in addition to the Conference Registration.
LCMS Bylaw 4.8.2.d.1
(d) All ordained and commissioned ministers on the district rosters are expected to attend meetings of their official conference or present a valid excuse.
(1) Attendance at the official conferences shall be obligatory for ordained and commissioned ministers serving in congregations and parishes.
The REGISTRATION FEE for ACTIVE PASTORS is $100. The registration fee is payable even if you are unable to attend. Online payment is accepted through PayPal. Those who are unable to use this platform should choose the pay by check option and bring a check to the conference or send it to:
MNS District - LCMS
Attn: FPC
14301 Grand Avenue
Burnsville, MN 55306-5707
Candidates, vicars, chaplains, and CSP pastors are not required to attend the conference; however, for those wishing to attend, the registration fee is $50. Please make your own lodging reservations.
Emeritus pastors are not required to attend the conference; however, if you choose to attend, the registration fee for emeritus pastors is compliments of the Minnesota South District. Please make your own lodging reservations at your expense. You are welcome to attend the banquet for an additional cost per person. Please complete this request on your registration.
If you are an ACTIVE PASTOR and cannot attend, please complete the Absentee Form by clicking the button to the right.
Lodging is NOT INCLUDED in the registration cost. Call early to ensure availability and to get the best rate.
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING YOUR OWN HOTEL RESERVATION.
Cambria Hotel
9655 Grove Circle North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
763-488-4300: mention the dates of the conference and MN South Fall Pastor Conference
King Suites: $112 + tax
Queen-Queen: $122 + tax
Includes hot breakfast
LINK to make room reservation
Reserve by September 28
Hampton Inn
13550 Commerce Boulevard
Rogers, MN
855-605-0317
$99 + tax (total approximately $107.69)
Includes breakfast buffet
LINK to make room reservation
Reserve by September 18
The pdf version of the draft agenda for the conference is available HERE! Please be aware that this is a draft and updates may occur.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Breakfast: Included with the hotel or on your own
Lunch:
Quarter-pound Hamburgers
All- Beef Hot Dogs
Johnsonville Brats
Vegetarian Black Bean Burgers
Condiment Bar with Sauerkraut
Bold and Zesty Baked Beans
Traditional Potato Salad
Harvest Coleslaw - Includes sunflower seeds, red onion, cherry tomatoes, red pepper, craisins, and signature sauce
Kettle Chips
Cookies
Watermelon Slices
Soda & Bottled Water
Dinner:
If you will attend and/or bring a guest to the banquet, there is an additional cost for each banquet attendee (price coming soon). Please indicate your intention of attending the banquet and provide payment on the registration form.
Signature Buffet Champagne Chicken - Breaded or seared with a light, creamy Champagne sauce & mushrooms.
Beef Tenderloin Peppercorn - Encrusted beef tenderloin (gorgonzola or creamy horseradish sauce optional)
Roasted Baby Red Potato or Mashed Potato & Champagne Sauce Gravy
Roasted Root Vegetables
Field Green Salad - Includes fresh berries, parmesan cheese, candy pecans, red onion, poppyseed & raspberry dressing
Dinner Rolls & Butter
Soda & Bottled Water
Chocolate and Bailey's Chocolate cake with Bailey's filling. Vanilla, chocolate, or almond buttercream frosting.
Lemon Cake with a raspberry filling. Vanilla, chocolate, or almond butter cream frosting.
Coffee Service for Dessert with Condiments
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Breakfast: Included with the hotel or on your own
Snacks & beverages provided at breaks on both days
Thank you for your interest in being a vendor at the Minnesota South Fall Pastors Conference! We appreciate your attendance!
The cost per 8’ table with a chair is $75. Please bring your own table coverings, booth signage, name tag, and extension cords (there is a $10 fee for electricity).
Please note the following:
Lodging is NOT INCLUDED in the registration cost. Please make your own hotel reservation. See contact information above for the Cambria Hotel or Hampton Inn. Another option for vendors is the Holiday Inn Express in Rogers (20930 135th Ave. N.) | 866-994-6117.
Breakfast is not included. Lunch and the Monday night banquet are available at an additional cost (see menu). Prices coming soon.
Drop Off - Drive between the church building and the parsonage to make drops at Door 7. Set-up will take place in Room 115. See map above.
