The latest issue of Lutheran Theological Review (vol. 37) has been released. Lutheran Theological Review is an annual journal published by the two seminary faculties of Lutheran Church–Canada. It provides a forum for our professors and pastors to publish their research, and for the seminaries to provide resources and to stimulate the minds of our … Continue reading Volume 37 of Lutheran Theological Review Released
Call for Award Nominations
Each May at the annual Call Service Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary has the opportunity to confer two major awards on worthy pastors or lay members of Lutheran Church–Canada. The recipient of the Friend of the Seminary award is nominated by the faculty or Board of Directors (Regents) for making a significant contribution to the well-being … Continue reading Call for Award Nominations
Advent Lessons and Carols Service 2025
The seminary community warmly invites you to our service of Advent Lessons and Carols. This treasured annual event takes place this year on the Second Sunday in Advent, 7 December 2025, at 4.00pm. The seminary faculty, staff, students, and Seminary Chorus will be accompanied by organ and brass. As members of the seminary community read … Continue reading Advent Lessons and Carols Service 2025
Liturgical Calendar 2026
Concordia, St. Catharines, in co-operation with CLS, Edmonton, provides LCC congregations with a wall calendar of the church year, primarily meant for use by altar guilds. The calendar contains the liturgical festivals of the three-year and one-year lectionary series, together with their parament/vestment colours, and a little space to write. For the past few years, … Continue reading Liturgical Calendar 2026
Opening Service 2025
CLTS Opening Service 2024 The opening service for the 50th academic year at Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary will take place on Sunday, 7 September 2025, 4:00pm, in the seminary chapel. We invite the church community to join the students, staff, and faculty for this festive occasion. For parking directions see this page. The service will … Continue reading Opening Service 2025
Summer Guild Newsletter Released
The Seminary Guild's June newsletter has been been sent in print to reps and congregations who have requested it. The remainder have received it by e-mail. You may also download it now and read it here. If you haven't paid for an annual membership ($10), please contact your congregation's Guild rep. These small membership fees … Continue reading Summer Guild Newsletter Released
Guild Newsletter Released: Register for Guild Day
The Seminary Guild will be holding its annual Guild Day gathering on Saturday, 26 April 2025. Please come to meet the students, support their formation, participate in the decision-making, and enjoy a light lunch together. Professor Dr Daniel Smilek will be the featured guest speaker, continuning his presentation on how people process information and how … Continue reading Guild Newsletter Released: Register for Guild Day
It’s Official! Concordia to Grant Degrees in Our Own Name
At the beginning of 2024 we announced that the seminary was embarking on a new academic venture, as we sought the right to give degrees in our own name. For the past forty years Brock University, on whose campus the seminary is located, has granted Concordia's master's degrees through an Affiliation Agreement. This partnership has … Continue reading It’s Official! Concordia to Grant Degrees in Our Own Name
Christmas Newsletter 2024
In the Christmas newsletter you can learn about the unveiling of the new seminary logo and online store, the gift of a 500-year-old printing of Luther's works, and the international activity of the faculty. We also remember the founding Professor, Roger Humann, who was called into glory on 13 October 2024: Affectionately and universally known … Continue reading Christmas Newsletter 2024
Dr John Wilch Called to Glory
Today we received the news that our long-time Old Testament professor, Dr John Wilch, entered his eternal rest this week. Dr Wilch served as Professor of Exegetical Theology from 1980 to 1999. We give thanks to God for his faithful service, and commend his family to God's grace and comfort. We received the following brief … Continue reading Dr John Wilch Called to Glory
