LSTC Celebrates Convocation with a Spirit of Unity and Worship The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) kicked off its 165th academic year on September 4, 2024, with a Service of Holy Communion and Convocation, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter under the theme of a “Season of Creation.” This year’s convocation […]
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 […]
Manz Organ Installation at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church We are pleased to share exciting news about the Manz organ, which was sold by LSTC in February 2023 to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Seattle, Washington. The organ has been successfully installed, and its dedication ceremony is scheduled for September 21, 2024. This event kicks-off Blessed […]
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 […]
