Speaking truth to the church: three global theologians reflect on LSTC, TEEM and joy in the midst of struggle
José David Rodríguez, Javier “Jay” Alanís and Eliseo Pérez-Álvarez all have wide-ranging areas of expertise at the intersection of global, Latinx and Lutheran theologies. They reflected on theological education, LSTC, the cost of their call and where they find joy in May 2021.
Commencement 2021: A year of asking, and now facing, 'What's next?'
On May 15-16, LSTC 2021 graduates celebrated their accomplishments and experiences as seminarians in their own homes through a baccalaureate online service and recorded commencement video.
Vance Blackfox: Shifting the narrative of mission and service
A profile of alum Vance Blackfox, ELCA desk director for American Indian Alaska Native Tribal Nations, director of Other + Wise, and Vine Deloria Jr. Symposium facilitator.
Podcast with humble beginnings surprises & delights
Two LSTC faculty members explore relevant topics in ministry today and engage with students and the community through their podcast.
Wisconsin native turned Chicago dweller ready for her future in ministry
MDiv student Melissa Hrdlicka reflects on her LSTC journey, favorite classes and experiences, and next steps.
Madagascar pastor returns home as a systematic theologian
Hery Andrianotahina Naivoson says Madagascar is the land that taught him life, and LSTC is the second home that taught him who he is, where he is, and where
he is headed.
TEEM program provides bridge from Baptist to Lutheran
LSTC's TEEM program offers accelerated, cohort-based learning opportunities for emerging church leaders like Sean Ramsey.
Strategic plan update: Accomplishments & focus on new priorities
Learn about year one successes in LSTC's strategic plan, alongside new priorities for the second year.
A public pastor for a public church
Alum Brian Eklund shares stories and insights from 45-year ministry.