Five years ago, Letha Wilson-Barnard would never have guessed that she might one day introduce herself as Niam Plig Hli Nra Her. Now, as the associate vicar at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles in St. Paul, Letha has not only acquired a new name, but is practicing faith and doing ministry in a whole new culture.
Lutheran Quarterly Creates Endowment Fund In Memory of Emeritus Professor
An endowment fund supporting evangelical theology has been created by Lutheran Quarterly in memory of Gerhard O. Forde, a professor emeritus of Luther Seminary.
Vanessa Bradby Gives New Meaning to International Student
Vanessa Bradby gives the term “international student” a whole new meaning. Bradby is originally from Massachusetts—she just happens to be conducting her studies in Pakistan.
Arthur Vining Davis Grant Aids Learning Assessment
At Luther Seminary we have a lot to teach and a lot to learn.
Meet Luther Seminary’s Newest Faculty Members
Mary Sue Dreier, Associate Professor of Congregational Mission and Leadership Mary Sue Dreier spent 25 years in the ministry, serving rural, suburban and mission-start congregations and on the staff of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod. She recently completed her Ph.D. thesis and will receive her degree from Luther Seminary in May. What drew you to Luther […]
Former Colleagues Remember John Victor Halvorson
For 21 years, John Victor Halvorson faithfully served on the faculty of Luther Seminary.
Alum Spotlight: Rev. Alem Asmelash
Born in Ethiopia, Rev. Alemseged (Alem) Asmelash (formerly Hagos) immigrated with his family to Sweden, where he earned his bachelor of divinity degree.
Fellowships Recognize Innovation in Ministry
Luther Seminary’s new Arts and Innovation Fellowships promote the creativity necessary to reach new generations. Up to 20 $5,000 awards–the cost of a semester of full-time study–will be awarded this spring. The one-time fellowships are available to students accepted and entering the Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, Master of Sacred Music and Master of […]