Not everyone studying for ministry sees themselves moving into a traditional pastoral role. And the time and space for deep, focused discernment work can be difficult to find once someone has begun a degree program. “Candidacy discernment is complicated and requires time and attention,” said Ashley Wheeler, associate director of candidacy. “A lot of people […]
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New admissions website makes referrals easier
Luther Seminary’s Admissions Office updated their website in Fall 2023 to better support students in discerning a call to seminary. The website includes a new live chat where prospective students can interact with trained admissions ambassadors, as well as a new referral form. “Mentors can refer an individual for whom they see gifts for ministry […]
What does faithful innovation look like?
When we confess our faith in Jesus, we say “yes” to participating in the unfolding story of God’s grace, justice, and redeeming love at work in the world. It’s thrilling and humbling to see the ways our students and alumni join in this story when they answer the call to Christian leadership. We believe Luther […]
Learning from a holy experiment
Reflecting on the stories of MDivX and looking to the future
Stepping into a new role
Alumni pastors use innovation to engage their new communities.
‘I am what I am because of who we all are’
Luther alumnus leads global efforts to embrace multicultural expressions of faith and mission in a postcolonial world.
Preparing a place for international students
Meet Director of International Student and Scholar Affairs Chenar E. E. Howard
2023 annual report
For we are what he has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we may walk in them. (Ephesians 2:10) Fiscal 2022–23 was a year of transition and transformation at Luther Seminary. Transition: Across our educational programs, we are working to create sustainable new models so that […]