On The Way LSTC’s New Strategic Plan for 2024-2029 Reflecting on all that LSTC has come through in recent years—navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, selling our former main facility, and relocating to our new home—I’m reminded of the story in Luke 24:13-35. In this passage, two disciples, their hopes dashed, walk the road to Emmaus, recounting […]
A Gift to the Generations Marlene Miloch nurtures future leaders of the Church through generosity and faith Marlene Lynor Miloch (pronounced MY lock) was a longtime supporter of theological education and believed in nurturing future leaders of the Church. A steadfast supporter of the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Marlene has left an indelible […]
Transforming Theological Education Project Starling set to launch in 2025 Theological education is on the brink of transformation with the launch of Project Starling set for spring 2025. This innovative digital learning platform is designed to serve a wide range of learners, offering high-quality theological resources (think courses) and modules (think lessons). To design the […]
Craig Mueller: Leading Spiritual Formation Craig Mueller, an experienced pastor, spiritual director, and auxiliary faculty member at LSTC, is bringing his parish ministry experience and passion for spiritual formation to Project Starling. With over three decades of experience in ministry, Craig is known for his ability to connect spirituality, preaching, and worship with everyday life. […]
Peter Vethanayagamony: Exploring Church History Among the many exciting courses being developed is “Church’s Witness: A Survey of Church History,” led by Professor Peter Vethanayagamony. In this Q&A, Professor Vethanayagamony shares insights into his course, its scope, and its potential impact on both lay leaders and the wider community. Known for his passion for church […]
Marvin Wickware: Equipping Leaders for Public Church Dr. Marvin Wickware, Associate Professor of Church and Society and Ethics at LSTC, is creating an exciting learning resource for Project Starling, LSTC’s new online theological education platform. His resource builds on the core principles of the public church curriculum, which emphasizes the integration of church and society, […]
40 Years of Speaking Truth to Power Rev. Dr. Kim Beckmann is a master weaver of words. Which is why it’s no surprise that the homiletics teacher’s own story at LSTC, through all its many twists and turns, found a poetic ending in the same place it began: the courtyard of the Lowrey building. The […]
A Legacy of Inquiry Dr. Phil Hefner leaves a lasting mark on religion and science “I call my view of nature and naturalism a ‘God-intoxicated’ concept,’” Theologian Philip Hefner wrote for Covalence in 2011. Hefner, who passed away at his Chicago home on April 27, 2024, will be remembered for his belief in, “an expansive […]
LSTC is the Place. Now is the Time. Christian Scharen shares his thoughts on embracing new ministries Rev. Dr. Christian Scharen knows we’re at an inflection point. “The traditional way that theological education has been done is just not working,” he states calmly. “Schools are closing, their enrollments are shrinking. All the traditional markers show […]
LSTC Achieves Successful Reaffirmation of ATS and HLC Accreditation The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) is proud to announce the successful reaffirmation of its accreditation by both the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). These achievements underscore LSTC’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of theological education and […]
