Author: ConcordiaStCatharines

We are sorry to announce that 2016 was the last year of publication for the Pastor’s Desk Diary. Thrivent Financial in the US have provided us with files to edit for the Canadian context over the past decade or so. But recently they announced to us that they are discontinuing the diary. We do not … Continue reading Lutheran Pastor’s Desk Diary

The seminary's latest newsletter has been printed and is on its way to all congregations in Lutheran Church–Canada. But you don't have to wait. Read it now here. There are stories about our graduates, students, and faculty. Thanks to all of you for your ongoing support. If you wish to donate to the important work … Continue reading Spring 2016 Newsletter

On a beautiful, but windy spring Monday, 6 June 2016, eighty-eight golfers descended on the Sawmill Golf Course in Fenwick, Ontario, for the seminary’s annual golf tournament. There was the usual enjoyment of a best-ball game, a BBQ lunch, and a buffet supper. Prizes went to the winner of a putting contest, the longest drive, … Continue reading Golfers Celebrate 25th Year of Seminary Tournament

Our seminary is pleased to announce the publication of the first English translation of a significant 16th-century Lutheran document. The Wittenberg Reformation (1545) was written by Philipp Melanchthon at the behest of Elector John Frederick, in response to a request from Emperor Charles V that each estate should give an account of reformation in their … Continue reading Historic Translation and Essay Published by Faculty

At the sacred convocation of Concordia Lutheran Seminary, Edmonton (26 May), and the Call Service of Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines (28 May), the following placements were announced. More news and photos will follow later. Pastoral Candidate Placements Keith Hoveland (CLS)...................... Zion Lutheran Church, Golden Spike, Alberta Milton Lam (CLTS)............................ Christ Lutheran Church, Timmins, … Continue reading Pastoral, Vicarage, and Diaconal Placements 2016

The seminary’s annual Call Service takes place on Saturday, 28 May 2016, 4:00pm, at Grace Lutheran Church, St. Catharines. We plan to broadcast the service live by webcam. If you would like to watch, follow the link below. https://livestream.com/accounts/771825/CallService2016 A recording will be available after the event until 26 June.

Rev. Paul Elliott of Cincinnati, Ohio, has announced that he has decided to decline the call to be Professor of Theology (Old Testament) at this seminary. We pray the Lord's continued blessing on his ministry, teaching, and studies.

Concordia Seminary’s annual golf tournament is scheduled for Monday, 6 June 2016, at Sawmill Golf Course in Fenwick, beginning at 11:30am (shotgun start at 1pm).  The $100 per person registration fee includes BBQ lunch (sausage, hamburger, or hotdog, and a non-alcoholic beverage), green fees, golf cart, chicken/rib combo dinner, dessert, and prizes. Look for a … Continue reading Annual Seminary Golf Tournament

CLTS has extended a solemn call to Rev. Paul M. C. Elliott to serve as Professor of Theology with a specialisation in Old Testament. Rev. Elliott was interviewed on 2 April 2016 by the seminary president, the Board of Regents, and the electors of Lutheran Church–Canada. Rev. Elliott is a graduate of Concordia Seminary, St. … Continue reading Call Extended for Professor of Old Testament

Rev. Geoffrey Boyle of Wichita, Kansas, has announced that he has decided to decline the call to be Professor of Theology (Old Testament) at this seminary. We pray the Lord's continued blessing on his minstry at Grace and Trinity Lutheran Churches. Further news on the call process will follow shortly.