Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines, is undergoing a review of its accreditation with the Association of Theological Schools in the US and Canada. An evaluation committee from the ATS will be visiting its campus on 21-24 January 2019. The standards of accreditation are available at www.ats.edu/accrediting/standards-and-notations. Parties who wish to comment on the seminary’s qualifications … Continue reading ATS Accreditation Visit
Sermon: St James of Jerusalem 2018
The following sermon was preached in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service in commemoration of St James of Jerusalem, Brother of Jesus and Martyr, by Dr Harold Ristau, 23 October 2018. The text is Matthew 13:54-58. Often we Christians adopt an “us” versus “them” mentality with the world. Those unbelievers. They kill babies. … Continue reading Sermon: St James of Jerusalem 2018
Living Church History in a German Village
Dr Stephenson played truant after only one full week of classes in order to attend the combined fourth and fifth sessions of the preliminary conversations between our International Lutheran Council (ILC) and the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of Christian Unity (PCPCU). This latest instalment of these ecumenical talks was held in Bleckmar, Lower Saxony, … Continue reading Living Church History in a German Village
Sermon: St Michael and All Angels 2018
The following sermon was preached by Rev Esko Murto for the divine service in the seminary’s Martin Luther Chapel in observance of St Michael and All Angels, 1 October 2018. Revelation 12:7-12 "Weep no more; behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has conquered!” So it was said to St John in the … Continue reading Sermon: St Michael and All Angels 2018
Sermon: St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, 2018
The following sermon was preached by Dr Harold Ristau for the divine service in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel in observance of St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, 21 September 2018. Jesus came for the sick in sin (Matthew 9:9-13) You don’t hear as much about Christians hosting “revival meetings” anymore these days. But the idea … Continue reading Sermon: St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, 2018
Sermon: Holy Cross Day 2018
The following sermon was preached by Dr Wilhelm Torgerson in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service on the occasion of Holy Cross Day, 14 September 2018. The Cross of Jesus and the Koran “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing but to us who are being … Continue reading Sermon: Holy Cross Day 2018
Faculty Call Process Begins
Concordia's Professor of Theology and Dean of Students, Rev. Esko Murto, has accepted a call to return to Finland and serve a congregation in Tampere. In view of his departure at the end of the current academic year (2018-19), the seminary is beginning the call process to seek his replacement. Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. … Continue reading Faculty Call Process Begins
Sermon for the Seminary’s Opening Service 2018
The seminary community gathered on Sunday, 9 September, 4pm, for a service of Evening Prayer to open the 43rd academic year. The Board of Regents were present before their Monday meeting, and the seminary welcomed four new pastoral students. The Emeritus Crucis ("Veteran of the Cross") award was given posthumously to former Ontario/East District President … Continue reading Sermon for the Seminary’s Opening Service 2018
French Children’s Devotional Book Published
CLTS has recently published Les Petites Rencontres avec Jésus by Harold Ristau and Jason Kouri, who have been working on the project for about 8 years. It is illustrated with pencil drawings by Katelyn Ristau. Inspired by the very popular English children’s devotional book Little Visits with Jesus, these French devotions for both congregational and home use … Continue reading French Children’s Devotional Book Published
Fore!
Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary's annual Golf Tournament saw 82 competitors get together for a day of fun and fellowship on the Sawmill Golf Course on 4 June. Strong winds provided excellent excuses for less-than-perfect swings, and beautiful sunshine brought a healthy red glow to the cheeks of golfers as they combed through tall grass in … Continue reading Fore!
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