When Amanda Olson de Castillo went to Guatemala in 2004 to complete work for her Graduate Preaching Fellowship, the Luther graduate didn’t intend to stay more than a few weeks. But then, she says, “I was put to work.”
One Degree, Many Students
Through the distributed learning program, Maryanne takes online classes and come to campus several times a year for intensive courses. She applies her new knowledge every day in her work with youth and adult volunteers on her ministry team.
2008 Faithfulness in Ministry Cross Honorees
Someone who sticks with something from start to finish is often described as “faithful.” The 2008 Faithfulness in Ministry Cross Award winners demonstrate that it takes special tenacity and vision to bring new life to communities struggling to survive. They’ve used their God-given gifts to nurture diverse communities around the world. Awards will be given to all the recipients during Mid-Winter Convocation, Jan. 9-11.
Luther Seminary Friend Announces New Challenge
Last financial year, a challenge from Fred Fox doubled the impact of nearly $1 million in donors’ gifts to Luther Seminary’s Sustaining Fund. This year, Fox is promising even more bang for the buck.
Brad and Janet Anderson to Share David W. Preus Leadership Award
It seems Brad and Janet Anderson have a stereotypical “rags to riches” story. But it’s how their lives depart from that stereotype for which they are awarded the 2007 David W. Preus Award in Leadership.
Chapel Bibles Disappear, Make a Difference
Visitors to Luther Seminary’s Chapel of the Incarnation are taking the Word of God with them in a new way.
GMI Sponsors New Book Series
The Fund for Justice in Christian Community and the Global Mission Institute are co-sponsors of a book series focusing on issues facing the global church. The series is being published by Lutheran University Press in partnership with Luther Seminary.
David Fredrickson Leading Third Trip to Greece
David Fredrickson, Professor of New Testament, will lead a 12-day study tour to Greece in May.