LSTC, MTS, and CTU Presidents Featured on “Sanctuary” In an era marked by a rapidly changing religious landscape, mainline seminaries are evolving to prepare future church leaders for new challenges and opportunities. In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Presidents of McCormick Theological Seminary, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC), and the Catholic Theological Union […]
LSTC Announces Fall 2024 Orientation Schedule! LSTC is thrilled to celebrate our incoming students at our upcoming orientation! This year, we look forward to gathering during the last week in August to welcome our new students into our vibrant community. You can download the schedule here. Orientation begins on Monday, August 26th, with breakfast at […]
President James Nieman Announces Retirement from LSTC Last week, President James Nieman has announced his retirement from LSTC, effective at the end of this calendar year. Having served since May 2012, Nieman’s tenure has been marked by significant achievements and steadfast leadership. Reflecting on his time at LSTC, Nieman expressed deep gratitude for the support […]
LSTC Alum Pastor Jen Nagel Elected Bishop LSTC is pleased to announce that on May 4, 2024 The Rev. Jen Nagel of Minneapolis, Minnesota, was selected to serve a six-year term as bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s Minneapolis Area Synod. The selection occurred during the synod assembly from May 2-4 at Lord […]
LSTC Alum Meghan Johnston Aelabouni Elected as Bishop of ELCA Rocky Mountain Synod LSTC is pleased to announce that the Rocky Mountain Synod has elected the Rev. Meghan Johnston Aelabouni as its new bishop for a six-year term. The election took place during the synod assembly at the Embassy Suites in Loveland, Colorado, from April […]
Rev. Dr. Walter May Jr. Finds Joy in Community Rev. Dr. Walter May Jr. was serving as a youth director when his wife’s words changed his life forever. “Out of the blue, she said, ‘You’re going to be an ordained minister,’” Dr. May, MDiv ’87, DMin ’96, remembers. “I laughed and said, ‘Really? Do you […]
Students travel to Holden Village to study liturgy and the cycles of creation During the month of January, a group from LSTC traveled to Holden Village in Chelan, Washington. Twelve students, under the leadership of Dr. Benjamin Stewart, the Gordon A. Braatz Associate Professor of Worship, gathered daily for prayer, fellowship, and study of liturgy […]
34th Annual Gospel Choir Benefit Concert: Honoring Diversity and Celebrating Community Join us for an uplifting evening of music, fellowship, and celebration at the 34th Annual Gospel Choir Benefit Concert! Experience the soul-stirring melodies of the LSTC Gospel Choir as they fill the air with joy and inspiration. This special evening will not only showcase […]
LSTC Announces a Call for Submissions for the 2024 Echols Prize! LSTC is pleased to announce a call for submissions for the 2024 Echols Preaching Prize. All currently enrolled LSTC students are encouraged to apply before March 11, 2024, for this year’s competition. The James Kenneth Echols Prize for Excellence in Preaching is an annual […]
Black History Month 2024: Black Wellness: Emotionally and Spiritually The Albert “Pete” Pero, Jr. and Cheryl Stewart Pero Center for Intersectionality Studies at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) is proud to announce the schedule for its 2024 Black History Month Celebration. The Pero Center was established by Scholars and social justice advocates Rev. Dr. Albert […]
