Epistle Magazine
The LSTC Epistle magazine is published three times a year by the LSTC Marketing and Communications Department. Content and photography showcases the dynamic LSTC community, including student, alumni, donor, faculty and staff features. Each issue also includes a letter from President James Nieman, alumni notes, obituaries and upcoming events being planned by LSTC community members.
For access to or information about Epistle publications produced prior to 2019 contact Julie Sevig, Epistle editor, at julie.sevig@lstc.edu.
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LSTC News Releases
LSTC chosen for Wise Stewards Initiative
The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) has been chosen to participate in the Wise Stewards Initiative of the In Trust Center for Theological Schools.
Read moreLSTC receives Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative Lilly Endowment Inc. grant
The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) has received a $49,500 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., through its Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative.
Read moreGreg Kaufmann receives LSTC Distinguished Service Award
Greg Kaufmann (Christ Seminary-Seminex, 1977, MDiv) was presented the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) 2021 Distinguished Service Award May 19 during the spring Board of Directors meeting held via Zoom.
Read moreUpdate: LSTC CAMPUS RESPONSE TO COVID-19
LSTC continues to monitor and stay in compliance with coronavirus restrictions.
Read moreAstrobiologist David Grinspoon to present CASIRAS/LSTC webinar June 3
David Grinspoon will present “The Emergence of Planetary Intelligence: Astrobiology and the Anthropocene Earth” Thursday, June 3, at 5 p.m., Central Daylight Time.
Read moreLSTC to offer service of prayer for India May 4
A special service of prayer for India as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens, and for our friends and colleagues directly impacted, will be offered May 4.
Read morePresident Nieman responds to Chauvin verdict
President Nieman responds to Chauvin verdict response on behalf of the full seminary.
Read moreLSTC to celebrate 161st Commencement May 16
The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) will hold its 161st Commencement virtually on Sunday, May 16, 2:30 p.m. Central Daylight Time.
Read moreLSTC Antiracism Transformation Team response to attacks against Asians and Asian Americans
LSTC's Antiracism Transformation Team denounces and condemns white supremacy and xenophobia that undergird attacks on Asians and Asian Americans
Read moreLinda E. Thomas appointed director of LSTC’s Pero Multicultural Center
Linda E. Thomas has been appointed the new director of the Albert "Pete" Pero Jr. Multicultural Center at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago starting January 1, 2022.
Read moreKamio Arigbabuwo appointed director of admissions
Kamio Arigbabuwo has been appointed LSTC's new director of admissions starting March 1, 2021.
Read morePeter Phan on migration, mission and spirituality at 2021 World Mission Institute
Peter C. Phan delivers the keynote address for the 2021 World Mission Institute on March 11.
Read more‘Celebrating Black Joy’ theme of 2021 Black History Month at LSTC
Details about 'Celebrating Black Joy,' the monthlong celebration of Black History at LSTC
Read moreMichael Spezio to present CASIRAS/LSTC webinar February 19
Michael Spezio will present "Humility as Inclusive Empathy: Theory of Mind and Imaginaries of the True Self," Friday, February 19, at 4 p.m.
Read more‘Unity’ theme of LSTC Martin Luther King Jr. Day commemoration
Unity if the theme of LSTC's Martin Luther King Jr. Day commemoration. Five distinguished theologians will reflect on the theme in a pre-recorded event that will air live on Facebook and YouTube on January18.
Read moreMark T. Lowry joins LSTC as philanthropic engagement associate
Mark Lowry is LSTC's new philanthropic engagement associate focused on working with volunteers to increase support for the seminary.
Read moreCeciley R. Akins joins LSTC as philanthropic engagement associate
Ceciley R. Akins is LSTC's new philanthropic engagement associate focusing on major gifts.
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