Youth & Family Ministry Certification School (Texas)
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Daring to Be Disciples: Meet the Apostle Paul
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Financial Workshop for Clergy
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Lutheran-Catholic Celebration of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation
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Rural Ministry Conference
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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. Go to Toolkit |
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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 Members of the Wartburg community gathered for Advent at the Castle on December 7. The event features an Advent service of worship and reflection with a reception, caroling, and a holiday fair following. As a worship-centered community, Wartburg Seminary's Advent at the Castle invites the entire community and members of area congregations into the hope of Advent as we wait together for the birth of Christ. As this season of Advent continues, we wait in HOPE with you as members of the Wartburg Community both near and far.
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2015 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 academic year, students will be traveling to these locations and participating in these J-Term experiences:
* Guyana
* Namibia
* Germany
* North Dakota Rural Immersion
* Pine Ridge Indian Reservation (South Dakota)
* Holden Village (Washington)
* Milwaukee Urban Immersion
* On-campus course on Domestic Violence
* On-campus course on Christian Mission in Global Perspective
Be sure to check out next month's newsletter for photos and stories from the student J-Term experiences.
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 Wanting to strengthen your understanding of
Scripture? Theology? Ministry?
Whether you are new to theological education, looking to explore your faith, earn a certificate in a ministry specialty area, or a professional minister looking for an advanced course, Wartburg Theological Seminary has a Learning for Life program that is right for you.
Wartburg Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the development of Exploring Faith, online and intensive courses open to everyone. Learn more today at www.wartburgseminary.edu/learningforlife.
Watch the video below of Rev. Dr. David Hahn, one of the adjunct faculty who will be teaching this spring's online courses, to hear more about the new Exploring Faith learning opportunity and about the course he will be teaching this spring. |
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Rev. Dr. Ralph Smith Remembered
 During three weeks in November 2014, the Wartburg Seminary community remembered the Rev. Dr. Ralph Smith, former Dean of the Chapel, by singing many of the hymns Ralph wrote, as well as sharing memories of Ralph or moments of inspiration connected to Ralph and his work. The following is an edited collection of thoughts shared during this time honoring Ralph and remembering him on the twenty-year anniversary of his death, following a tragic automobile accident. Learn more.
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Come to the Castle
This fall, Wartburg Seminary, together with the Tri-State Forum, sponsored a new continuing education program for clergy and congregational members. Known as "Come to the Castle," the program included adult Bible study sessions for individuals from congregations that were led by final-year WTS students. Clergy accompanied their congregational members and participated in sessions that included lectionary study of texts for upcoming seasons led by members of the WTS faculty.
Ron Kaiser, a congregational member who participated in this fall's Come to the Castle events, said, "I enjoy coming to the Come to the Castle events to study parts of the Bible that are in relationship to our lives today. I have come to several of these events because I find them interesting. It gives me the opportunity to meet other people and relate to them through scripture. I gain a new perspective by learning scripture from others. It allows me to better myself by challenging my thoughts at a much deeper level."
This spring, Come to the Castle will be offered three additional times: January 30, March 20, and May 8. The March 20 event, will be a special Come to the Castle with Bishop Elizabeth Eaton as our presenter. Please click here to learn more about spring Come to the Castle or to register for any or all of the three sessions.
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Exploring More Retreat
February 7, 2015
Do you long for a chance to get away, even for just a day, in prayer and reflection? Have you been hearing a still, small voice calling to you, and want to go somewhere that's quiet and peaceful to listen and discern more closely and intentionally? You are invited to join us on the campus of Wartburg Theological Seminary for the Exploring More Discernment Retreat. This day will be a combination of fellowship and quiet time; we will be discussing where we are each at in our discernment, listening and sharing with each other and then spending time listening to God. Click here to learn more or to register. Contact Rev. Karla Wildberger, Director for Admissions, with any questions you might have.
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Exploring Seminary Online Course
February 16-March 17, 2015
Exploring Seminary is a six week online course for all those interested in learning more about seminary study and discerning a call to public ministry. The course includes weekly readings and discussion of topics with the professor, Dr. Kristine Stache, Assistant Professor of Missional Leadership and Director of Learning for Life. Participants will interact with one another and the instructor to reflect on the fundamentals of theological education. Click here to learn more or to register.
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End of Year Giving to WTS
If you have not yet given to Wartburg Seminary this calendar year, we invite you to prayerfully consider making a year-end gift to the Wartburg Seminary Fund. Gifts to the Wartburg Seminary Fund are crucial in supporting the daily life and mission of WTS. We rely on the generosity of friends like you to help us do the important work that we do - forming valued leaders for God's mission. All gifts are important and all gifts make a difference! To ensure that you receive tax credit for your gift this calendar year, please send your gift before December 31, 2014 or you can give online. Thank you for all you have done and will do for Wartburg Theological Seminary. Together we are preparing the next generation of servant leaders who will be engaging God's future in the church and the world!
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Make a Gift Through Your IRA
On December 16, the Senate passed legislation that reauthorizes the IRA charitable rollover through December 31, 2014. If you are a donor age 70 1/2 and older you may transfer up to $100,000 directly from your IRA to a qualified public charity, such as Wartburg Theological Seminary. The transfer will be made free of federal income tax and the gift qualifies for your 2014 required minimum distribution (RMD). The bill will become law when the President signs, which is expected to happen soon.
For more information please contact, Wartburg Seminary Mission Support at (563)589-0336.
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Rural Ministry Conference - Save the Date!
March 1-3, 2015
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. This year's theme is "Practicing Care in Rural Congregations and Communities." Click here to learn more or to register.
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Open Staff Position - Admissions Specialist
Wartburg Theological Seminary is hiring for the position of Admissions Specialist. The Admissions Specialist serves full-time and is actively engaged in student recruitment through admissions travel and nurturing prospective student relationships. The Admissions Specialist works closely with the Director for Admissions and other Department for Vocation staff to support the mission of Wartburg Theological Seminary. If you or someone you know may be interested in this full-time staff position, please click here for more information.
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