Since 2017 Lutherans have been remembering major events in the Lutheran reformation that took place 500 years ago. In the year 1523 Luther applied his Gospel insights to Christian worship. Most well known is a set of guidelines he produced for reforming the divine service: his Formula Missae, commonly known as his "Latin Mass". In … Continue reading Celebrating the 500th Anniversary of Luther’s Baptismal Booklet
Easter Appeal: Become a Benefactor
As we rejoice in the eternal gifts flowing from Christ's resurrection in this Easter season, Dr Thomas Korcok asks you to consider Paul's words to Titus: “The saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good … Continue reading Easter Appeal: Become a Benefactor
Alumni Association Relaunched
We are thankful to a committee of eight former seminary students who have banded together to relaunch our Alumni Association. The following message was sent to all the former students for whom we have an e-mail address in our database. If you did not receive it and would like to be on the list, please … Continue reading Alumni Association Relaunched
Ready, Set, Golf! Registration Is Open
Registration for the 2023 Concordia Seminary Golf Tournament is now open! We're delighted to return to a traditional format for the tournament this year, though please note the change of location and time: When: Monday, 5 June 2023Lunch: 10:30amTee-off: 11:30am (shotgun start)Dinner: 5:00pmWhere: Conestoga Golf and Country Club, 400 Golf Course Rd, Conestogo, ONCost: $125 per person, which includes green fees, … Continue reading Ready, Set, Golf! Registration Is Open
Support Us with a Faithlife Action Grant
Do you have a Faithlife (now called Serenia Life) policy? If you do, you can apply for an “Action Team Grant” of $250. All you have to do is go to the website and designate a seminary fundraising event (such as the golf tournament) as the recipient. Serenia will then issue a $150 cheque to help fund … Continue reading Support Us with a Faithlife Action Grant
Seminary Guild Day; Newsletter Released
The Seminary Guild will be holding its traditional Guild Day in person at the seminary on Saturday, 22 April 2023. Please come to meet the students, support their formation, participate in the decision-making, and enjoy a light lunch together. The deadline for registration is approaching very quickly, so please return the registration form in the … Continue reading Seminary Guild Day; Newsletter Released
Blessed Lent 2023
In this year's Lenten Letter titled "God's Grace Is Sufficient", Dr Thomas Korcok tells the story of student Vijay Samuel, who was brought from India to our seminary in Canada through a series of “coincidences”--or was it rather God’s guiding hand in his life? Dr Korcok writes: While Vijay Samuel’s story is unique, I am … Continue reading Blessed Lent 2023
Dr Stephenson Honoured at Retirement with Festschrift and Festivities
Dr John R. Stephenson joined the seminary faculty in January 1989. When he entered retirement on 31 December 2022, he was the longest-serving teacher in the seminary's history. The annual joint meeting of the two LCC seminary governing boards on 14 February 2023 was an opportunity to celebrate his ministry and teaching career with a … Continue reading Dr Stephenson Honoured at Retirement with Festschrift and Festivities
Seminary Student’s World Was Shaken
At 4 am on Monday morning, Nicholas woke up to a violent shaking. His house in Gazientep was at the epicentre of the earthquake that brought devastation to southern Turkey and northern Syria. Four weeks earlier, Nicholas had enrolled in the Master of Theological Studies program at Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary. While working as an English translator, … Continue reading Seminary Student’s World Was Shaken
Future Pastors?
On a cold Wednesday night in February Dr. Korcok joined the confirmation class at Trinity Lutheran Church in Winkler, Manitoba via a Zoom link to talk about the seminary and why young men should consider going into the ministry. The idea for a remote visit originated with Pastor Alex Klages, who commented, “We are too far … Continue reading Future Pastors?
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