An Invitation to a Bright Future: Paul Erbes Joins the LSTC Board with a Vision for Hope and Transformation For Paul Erbes, Vice President of Advancement & Marketing at Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake, joining the board of the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is more than a professional contribution—it’s a homecoming to […]
Teresa Cintrón: A Commitment to Leadership, Justice, and Faith When Teresa Cintrón was invited to serve on the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago’s Board of Directors, it was an opportunity that aligned with both her professional expertise and personal convictions. A lifelong Lutheran with a background in finance, strategic planning, fundraising, and development, Cintrón brings a […]
LSTC Faculty, Board Reaffirm Commitments to Anti-Racism, Diversity, Justice At its February meeting LSTC’s Board of Directors unanimously endorsed a statement by the faculty, which underscores our school’s unwavering support for students and staff, especially those targeted by the current administration in Washington. The statement reiterates LSTC’s commitment to anti-racism, social justice, eco-friendly measures, and […]
New Board Member Preston Fields on Vocation, Connection, and the Transformative Power of Community Preston Fields, Campus Pastor and Executive Director of Lutheran Campus Ministry at UW-Madison and 2018 MDiv graduate from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, has charted a remarkable journey to becoming a Lutheran pastor and board member of LSTC. Raised […]
LSTC Board of Directors Welcomes New Leadership As LSTC enters a new chapter, the Board of Directors has experienced a shift in its composition, marked by both continuity and change. The new board reflects a broader range of diversity and expertise, signaling the seminary’s ongoing commitment to inclusive leadership and strengthening its position in theological […]
August Board Meeting Marks Strategic Milestones and Plans for Transitions The August Board Meeting of the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) marked a significant moment in the institution’s ongoing commitment to strategic growth, thoughtful leadership transitions, and dedication to social justice initiatives. This important gathering, which included both current board members and incoming […]
LSTC Board Chair Terry Goff Announces Presidential Transition and Search Process The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) is embarking on a significant transition following the announcement of President Jim Nieman’s retirement. In a recent video address to the LSTC community, Board Chair Terry Goff outlined the steps being taken to ensure a smooth […]
Faith, Leadership, and Building Community Growing up Lutheran on Chicago’s South Side, Greg Lewis, MDiv ’07 has long followed a path of intellectual and ethical exploration. His journey to becoming an LSTC alum and the vice chairperson of the LSTC Board of Directors (BOD) is a testament to his passion for learning and deep commitment […]
Leadership in a Time of Change LSTC Board Chair Terry Goff: “I have always regarded serving in church leadership as a natural response to the call of action associated with faith” In 2018, Terry Goff was wrapping up service on the ELCA’s Central/ Southern Illinois Synod Council when a new opportunity arrived. The synod’s bishop, […]
Board of Directors Emeritus Member Roger Lewis: A Career of Nurturing Philanthropy at LSTC Board of Directors emeritus Member Roger Lewis’ path towards philanthropic leadership at LSTC was first and foremost fostered by his daughter, Alumni Board Member and Foundation Board of Trustees Member Carrie Lewis La Plante (MDiv 2004; DMin 2015). For La Plante, […]
