Summer Conference
CCLE XXVI: Foundations of Faith and Freedom
July 14-17, 2026 at Concordia University Chicago
Registration is now open.
Plenary Speakers
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Presenters
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CCLE XXVI Worship
Dr. Charles Brown
Conference Choir Director
Rev. Robert Paul
Conference Chaplain
Rev. Simeon D. Raddatz
University Chaplain
Pre-Grammaticus
The Pre-Grammaticus program will engage the children aged 3-5 at their developmental level and provide closer supervision with a lower child to caregiver ratio. A playroom is also available for parents and children ages 0-5.
Space for the Pre-Grammaticus program is especially limited! Be sure to register early to secure your spot (registration ends June 20).
Grammaticus
The CCLE’s Grammaticus program provides an enriching, edifying environment for children aged 6-12 to interact with new and existing friends. Children will engage in educational activities and enjoy games outside. They will sing beautiful hymns and sacred music with meaningful texts and their imaginations will be kindled as they listen to our program’s featured read-aloud novel. Crafts and hands-on activities are also included.
Scholasticus
Scholasticus is designed for attendees aged 13-18 years and offers sessions and activities fitting for this age group. Scholasticus attendees are also free to choose from any of the adult sessions that interest them. Social opportunities including an English country dance and chess tournaments are offered. The program will include instructional sessions, educational activities, and fellowship opportunities with like-minded Lutherans of the same age.
Scholasticus Theme: Render
Mrs. Jocelyn Benson
Scholasticus
Rev. Steven Cholak
Scholasticus Opening Address and Chess
Rev. Brennick Christiansen
Scripture and Self Evident Truths
Concordia University Chicago
Learn about the classical offerings at Concordia University Chicago
Mrs. Katie Schuermann
The Pen Is Mightier Than the Sword
Dr. Kurt VonKampen
Scholasticus Choir
Presentation Schedule
Subject to change
Meal Plans
Guests attending the CCLE Conference are encouraged to pre-order meals from Concordia University - Chicago at discounted rates before the conference. The last day to pre-order meals at discounted rates or make any changes to orders is July 10, 2026. Meals may also be purchased at the door during the conference at regular rates. Discounted rates apply only to meals that are pre-ordered. Guests may order the Full Conference Meal Plan, which covers all meals not included as part of the conference, or they may select specific meals based on their schedule.
For any questions, please reach out to Campus.Events@cuchicago.edu or 708-209-3092.
Refunds: A 95% refund will be made for plans cancelled or changed by July 10, 2026. No refunds will be made after the deadline.
Concordia Hall is the University's newest residence hall. It offers flexible suite-style living with shared-bedroom and single-bedroom options. Each suite is fully furnished and includes two restrooms, a kitchenette (with microwave, sink and refrigerator), and living room area. Every floor is complete with a community lounge and full common kitchen. Rooms have central air conditioning. Elevator access is available in this building. Bed linens, pillow, blanket, towel, washcloth, bar of soap, and water cup are provided.
Concordia Hall is centrally located on campus between the Koehneke Community Center and the Klinck Library and close to conference events. See more details at Concordia's website.
Rooms in Mary Martha-Trusheim Hall feature community-style living with two-person rooms (and a small number of three-person rooms). Each room includes two twin beds, two desks with chairs, two dressers. Community bathrooms are on each floor. Rooms are equipped with window air conditioning units. Please note: this building does not have an elevator. Bed linens, pillow, blanket, towel, washcloth, bar of soap, and water cup are provided.
Mary Martha-Trusheim Hall is centrally located on campus between the Koehneke Community Center and the Klinck Library and close to conference events. See more details at Concordia's website.
David-Jonathan Hall features suite-style living with a lounge on all of the three floors making up the building. Each suite contains a bathroom shared by the two bedrooms. Each room in the two-bedroom suite includes two twin beds, two desks with chairs, and two dressers. One room in the two-bedroom suite will have a window air-conditioner that will cool both rooms if the bathroom doors are left open. Please note: this building does not have an elevator. Bed linens, pillow, blanket, towel, washcloth, bar of soap, and water cup are provided.
David-Jonathan Hall is the farthest dorm from the conference events and will take about 15 minutes to walk. See more details at Concordia's website.
Registration closes June 20.
Household Members, Institutional Members, and Accredited Schools:
email jess@ccle.org for your discount code.
If you are unable to pay electronically, please email wendy.koch@ccle.org for other options.