Jack Shassberger
He/Him/His
Masters of Divinity
Santa Monica, CA
What made you choose LSTC?
I chose LSTC because I was baptized at an ELCA church and through a long period of discernment I felt that it was the right fit for me in pursuing my vocation to be a Pastor of Word and Sacrament in the Lutheran church.
What people and communities helped you to get here?
My church community including my Pastor, friends and family, and the Bishop of the Southwest California Synod helped me to get into this program and have consistently provided support for my calling.
What do you hope to learn during your time at LSTC?
I hope to gain a deeper understanding of church History, the sacraments and grow in the grace and knowledge of my Lord Jesus Christ. I am very excited to where my life journey has led me so far and I’m happy to share this with the students and faculty at LSTC and at my home congregation Grace Lutheran Church in Culver City, CA., and also the world.
