September 29, 2020: The 2020 Scherer Lecture: Peacemaking as Mission - Challenging Racism Near and Far (Webinar)
Bearing witness to the good news of peace in Jesus Christ — peacemaking — is central to the church’s mission, especially today as the world experiences an intensification of racial tensions near and far. In the 2020 Scherer Lecture on September 29 at 4:00 p.m., LSTC will welcome Dr. Al Tizon of North Park Seminary to address the following questions:
- What does peacemaking look like in a world that, humanly speaking, is hopelessly divided along racial lines?
- What principles must be operative for genuine peace to have a chance?
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RSVP for this free event today, and follow the event on Facebook. More information, including participant instructions, will be e-mailed the week of the lecture to those that RSVP.
October 1, 2020: Lessons from the Road - Reimagining an Intentional, Beloved Interfaith Community (Webinar)
Save the date for the opportunity to meet and hear from Muslim friends, and to be inspired to further bring interfaith communities together. At a time when in-person interaction is limited, it is a gift to be able to share real-life experiences together. Join us for this creative, engaging, story-based panel discussion event based on three video clips from the Ramadan Roadtrip: Being Muslim in America, Being a Better Ally, and Good Practices for Building Community.
The webinar will begin at 7 p.m., and is sponsored by the Center for Christian-Muslim Engagement for Peace and Justice at LSTC, the American Islamic College, the Interreligious Institute - Chicago Theological Seminary and Shoulder to Shoulder.
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RSVP for this free event and receive the event Zoom link today by e-mailing kim.schultz@ctschicago.edu.
October 6, 2020: October Manz Organ Recital
From October through May, LSTC hosts a free bi-monthly lunchtime (12:15 p.m.) series of organ recitals known as the Manz Organ Series in the Augustana Chapel on the LSTC campus. These 30-45 minute recitals feature respected organists in the Chicago area. Since 2007, the recitals have shown the range and versatility of the Ruth and Paul Manz Organ.
More information about participating in-person or watching virtually will be made available soon.
October 14-15, 2020: LSTC Homecoming Celebrations
Find Homecoming 2020 details on the Homecoming page and the Alumni Awards page. For more information, contact Jessica Houston, Advancement Events, Programs, and Operations Manager at jhouston@lstc.edu or 773.256.0697.
October 24-26, 2020: LSTC Seminary Sampler
Seminary Sampler is a three-day event designed for those who want to immerse themselves in what it means to be a seminarian in Hyde Park. In addition to experiencing all the activities of an individual visit, Seminary Sampler participants meet other individuals discerning a call to ministry, enjoy a meal in Chicago’s vibrant Greektown neighborhood, engage in conversation with LSTC’s president, meet the faculty, and spend time with current students. Housing and meals during the event are provided; travel stipends are available. Spouses, partners and parents are invited to attend. Register today!
December 2, 2020: December Manz Organ Recital
From October through May, LSTC hosts a free bi-monthly lunchtime (12:15 p.m.) series of organ recitals known as the Manz Organ Series in the Augustana Chapel on the LSTC campus. These 30-45 minute recitals feature respected organists in the Chicago area. Since 2007, the recitals have shown the range and versatility of the Ruth and Paul Manz Organ.
More information about participating in-person or watching virtually will be made available soon.
Additional Fall 2020 event information will be posted soon.