The following sermon was preached by Dr Harold Ristau in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service in celebration of the Festival of St Matthias, Apostle, 24 February 2022. The Yoke’s on You (Matthew 11:25-30) As you know, a yoke is the bar across the back of a cow or donkey that allows … Continue reading Sermon: St Matthias, Apostle
Dr. Korcok Guest Speaker on Ottawa Podcast
Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary exists to provide a voice of Lutheranism for the entire church. Sometimes faculty members deliver papers at conferences and conventions, and other times they lend their expertise to local congregations. This week Dr. Korcok was invited to join a podcast produced by St. Luke Lutheran Church in Ottawa called “To Everything … Continue reading Dr. Korcok Guest Speaker on Ottawa Podcast
Josephine Knoll Joins the Church Triumphant
The seminary community was saddened this week at the news of the passing of Josephine (Josie) Knoll. In addition to faithfully serving the Lord in her home congregation of Christ Lutheran in St. Catharines, she was active in the broader church through her work with the Lutheran Women's Missionary League. Josie generously supported Concordia Lutheran … Continue reading Josephine Knoll Joins the Church Triumphant
Sermon: The Song of Simeon
This sermon was preached by Dr Harold Ristau in the seminary’s Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service on the Purification of Mary and the Presentation of Our Lord. The text is Lk. 2:22-40, particularly the Song of Simeon. “For my eyes have seen Your salvation that You have prepared in the presence of all … Continue reading Sermon: The Song of Simeon
Sermon: Conversion of St Paul 2022
This sermon was preached by Dr John Stephenson in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service on the occasion of the Conversion of St Paul, 25 January 2022. The text is Acts 9:1-22. Saul of Tarsus went so far in his war against the Church that the Lord took matters into His own … Continue reading Sermon: Conversion of St Paul 2022
Advent Newsletter 2021
The latest news from Concordia has been sent out to all congregations in Lutheran Church–Canada in our Advent Newsletter. You can read it online here. Please remember to support our mission as you consider your Christian giving.
Making Up for a Virtual Graduation
When Jane Jacob embarked on her Master of Theological Studies degree in 2013, she probably didn't anticipate the twists and turns that were ahead of her. It was an article on apologetics in The Canadian Lutheran, written by seminary professor Dr Bill Mundt, that first drew her interest. She knew that it would be a … Continue reading Making Up for a Virtual Graduation
Use Giving Tuesday to Support Your Seminary
The “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday” frenzies are all about accumulating the things of this world. Of course, we give thanks to God that He has so blessed us that we can enjoy the goodness of creation. But the world’s greatest need is not to get more stuff but to receive the precious Gospel of … Continue reading Use Giving Tuesday to Support Your Seminary
Remembrance Day and the Seminary
Two members of the seminary community participated in local Remembrance Day ceremonies. Both Albert Ho, a first-year seminarian, and Dr. Korcok are serving members of the Lincoln and Welland Regiment, where Albert is a 2nd lieutenant and Dr. Korcok is the regimental chaplain. On Thursday, together they laid wreaths at the cenotaph in Thorold: Albert … Continue reading Remembrance Day and the Seminary
Advent Lessons and Carols Service 2021
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, 5 December 2021, at 4.00pm. The seminary faculty, staff, students, and Seminary Choir will be joined by the music of organ, violin, and brass. As members of … Continue reading Advent Lessons and Carols Service 2021
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