Black Friday and Cyber Monday are defined by the pursuit of sales. While we are grateful to God for the blessings that allow us to enjoy the gifts of this life it is crucial to remember that the world's greatest need lies not in finding the greatest discount. The real need is for the priceless … Continue reading Remember Your Seminary This Giving Tuesday
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
Lenten Preaching Retreat Coming in January
After the success of their inaugural preaching retreat in 2024, Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary is hosting a second preaching retreat in 2026! This one will deal with creating a sermon series for Lent. Join the professors and their guest lecturers January 19-20, 2026, as they unpack these topics: Session 1: Why Lent—and Why Midweek Lenten … Continue reading Lenten Preaching Retreat Coming in January
Beyond the Classroom: Your Professors Around the World
We often think that seminary professors simply teach classes. While this is certainly their main calling, they are also highly active in supporting the work of the church, both at home and around the world. Here are just a few of the things your professors have been involved in over the past few months. Dr. … Continue reading Beyond the Classroom: Your Professors Around the World
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
Giving Thanks for God’s Shepherds 2025
“I will give you shepherds after My own heart who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.” (Jeremiah 3:15) In this year's Thanksgiving letter we’re reminded of the countless blessings God has given us, especially the faithful servants who shepherd His flock. The student profile highlights one of our MTS students (Masters in Theological Studies), … Continue reading Giving Thanks for God’s Shepherds 2025
Postal Strike and Thanksgiving?
Well it has happened again! We have our Thanksgiving Appeal letter all ready to go. In it we are reminded of how God has richly blessed us by using the Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary to bring Lutheran pastors to serve the church here in Canada. Once again we were all ready to humbly ask for … Continue reading Postal Strike and Thanksgiving?
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
Slide Into Fun! Concordia Rocks Returns with Bonspiel III!
Williamsford, ON – Get ready to sweep, shout, and slide your way into some good-natured competition! The third annual Concordia Rocks Bonspiel is set to take the ice, bringing together friends, families, and curlers of all skill levels for a day of frozen fun and fundraising. Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22, 2025, because … Continue reading Slide Into Fun! Concordia Rocks Returns with Bonspiel III!
Opening Service Celebrates New Beginnings
Under the theme of Behold I am making all things new from Revelation 5:21, Dr. Thomas Winger opened the 50th academic year of Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary. In his sermon, he said, We’re not so much looking backwards as forwards—toward a new student residence that will strengthen communal bonds and make it easier for students … Continue reading Opening Service Celebrates New Beginnings
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