Come To The Castle:
A Day of Learning and Reflection on Faith
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Financial Workshop for Clergy
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Rural Ministry Conference
March 3 - 5, 2013
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Women of the ELCA Bible Study Seminar
May 22 - 23, 2013 |
Luther Academy of the Rockies
June 17 - 27, 2013
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WTS Toolkit
The WTS Toolkit is a resource for individuals and congregations to use in conversation about vocation and for sharing information and stories about Wartburg Theological Seminary.
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Our Mission
Wartburg Theological Seminary serves Christ's church through the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America by being a worship-centered community of critical theological reflection where learning leads to mission and mission informs learning.
The community embodies God's mission by stewarding resources for engaging, equipping, and sending collaborative leaders who interpret, proclaim and live the gospel of Jesus Christ for a world created for communion with God and in need of personal and social healing.
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We Join Together in Prayer
 Join with me in lament for the loss of children to violence and illness. Let us pray with the hymn writer Laurenti, "Our hope and expectation, O Jesus, now appear; arise, O Sun so longed for, o'er this benighted sphere."
President Stanley N. Olson
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2013 J-Term at Wartburg Seminary
J-term is an innovative academic session between the fall and spring semesters that provides students with a unique opportunity for immersion and learning outside of the traditional classroom. This year, students will be traveling to these J-Term locations:
- Germany
- Guyana
- Namibia
- Mexico
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, South Dakota
- Western North Dakota
- On-campus course on Domestic Violence
Keep watch on the Wartburg Facebook page and the next edition of e-Life for photos and stories from the student J-Term experience. |
Advent at the Ca stle
On Sunday, December 9, Wartburg Seminary celebrated the season of Advent by hosting "Advent at the Castle." This annual event included a service of lessons and carols in the chapel. Members of the Wartburg Community were asked to reflect on what about Advent is most meaningful to them:
"The sense of anticipation. First and foremost, the anticipation of Jesus' birth as we get closer to Christmas. Secondly, the anticipation of being with family and friends as we gather together during this time and reconnect with the spirit of Christmas in our hearts."
Rebecca Morris, MDiv Junior
"Advent invites us to ask, 'What do I believe?' Beyond the decorations, 'In whom or in what do I trust above all things?' By dismissing the distractions and resisting the stress, going deeper into our beliefs guides our devotion and our actions."
Norma Cook Everist, Professor of Church and Ministry
"The aspect of Advent that is the most meaningful to me is the waiting. Waiting goes completely against my nature. I am an extrovert and enjoy doing many things at once. However, during Advent I like waiting for the birth of the Christ child, for the one who will be and who is the Savior of the world. Waiting is completely counter-cultural to everything society expects from us. The waiting, for me, gives me a chance to slow down, be still, and listen for God in the whispers. Waiting truly is a gift from God." Jealaine Marple, Department for Vocation
"Most meaningful to me is slowing down. Literally. In Minnesota the roads get icy and traffic moves slower, forcing me to take in the sights of God's activity all around me which, during other seasons, I go right passed without noticing."
Brandon Newton, MDiv DL Year C
Music always helps set the tone for me during worship and that is particularly true during Advent. I especially like the build-up throughout the season from preparing the way, through celebrating the joyous birth of our Lord."David Murphy, MDiv Senior |
WTS Student's Artwork on Display
MDiv Senior Janai Robinson currently has her artwork on display at the Carnegie Stout Public Library in Dubuque. The altarpiece, "Freedom", is a representation and translation of the Law/Gospel painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder and the Two Kingdoms teaching by Martin Luther. Robinson is excited about using her artistic gifts in ministry as a way of encouraging others to use their own gifts. Click here to read and learn more.
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Rural Ministry Conference March 3-5, 2013
Wartburg Seminary's Rural Ministry Conference is where leaders in rural communities and congregations gather to gain insight and inspiration, to network and neighbor that their ministries might be empowered. This ecumenical conference includes worship, keynote speakers, workshops, and Bible study, and offers participants a unique opportunity to network with others who are active in and concerned about rural ministry. Click here to learn more.
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 Come to the Castle February 2, 2013
"Come to the Castle" will be a day of worship, reflection, and learning at Wartburg Seminary. Cost is $15 per person (groups of 3 or more are $12/person). To learn more or to register, please contact: missionsupport@wartburgseminary.edu |
 Why Wartburg?
David Efflandt is a MDiv Middler at Wartburg Seminary. Click here to learn more about why Efflandt chose to attend Wartburg and how he believes the seminary is preparing him for his future ministry and the unique role he thinks Wartburg plays in the life of the church.
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 End of Year Giving to Warturg Seminary
Year end is fast approaching, and with it comes consideration for charitable giving. As you think about the organizations and ministries which have served your families and community in those times of greatest joy, and often in our times of most significant need, please keep in mind the value of using a charitable gift annuity. To learn more about planned giving opportunities at Wartburg, view the December issue of our Tower Community Newsletter.
Make a gift today to support the daily life of the Seminary. Your participation in giving impacts current students who are preparing for leadership!
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WTS Students Commissioned as Stephen Ministers Five Wartburg students, Mark St. Aubin, Tina St. Aubin, Tami Groth, Barb Otten, and Karen Ressel, participated in and completed Stephen Ministry Training at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Dubuque. They were commissioned at services on the weekend of Dec 1-2. Congratulations to these new Stephen Ministers! |
WTS Students Celebrate 12/12/12On December 12, 2012 (12/12/12), Wartburg students took a break from their studying to have a pizza party in the library at 12:12AM.
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Employment Opportunity at WTS
Wartburg Theological Seminary is seeking an Assistant Professor of New Testament to teach as a member of a highly collaborative theological faculty. Click here to learn more about this position.
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Students in Hebrew Class Celebrate HanukkahWartburg students finishing up their Hebrew classes for the semester were treated to a presentation during their Hanukkah Celebration on Dec 6. WTS staff member Nancy Woodin and her husband John performed a song about a Spinning Dreidel for the enjoyment of the students.
(Costume courtsey Bell Tower Theater) |
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