New information on the Specific Ministry Pastoral (SMP) Program.  Check out updated information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions on the SMP page of our Web site. 

Concordia Theological Seminary Closes the 162nd Academic Year, Friday May 16th.  
The baccalaureate service took place at 10:00 a.m. in Kramer Chapel. The preacher for this service was the Reverend David J. Bueltmann, President of the Central Illinois District. The speaker for the graduation ceremony, which took place in Kramer Chapel at 6:00 p.m., was the Reverend Daniel P. May, President of the Indiana District. Congratulations Graduates!

The Candidate Placement Service took place on Wednesday, April 23 on the seminary campus.  Candidates for the Pastoral Office received calls into the Holy Ministry at a vespers service at Kramer Chapel.  Students received vicarage assignments at a vespers service at Kramer Chapel on Tuesday, April 22.

Christians and the Challenge of Islam!  Concordia Theological Seminary hosted its first seminar on Islam led by Dr. Adam Francisco.  The 2008 Challenge of Islam Seminar was held on April 19 in Sihler Auditorium.  DVDs of the conference are available for $30 online or by calling 260-452-2241.

Concordia Theological Seminary's Good Shepherd Institute of Pastoral Theology and Sacred Music announces the release of an 80-minute DVD with Dolby Surround Stereo called: Singing the Faith - Living the Lutheran Musical Heritage. This is a four-week study that tells the history of Lutheran congregational song.  For a preview, click here.  The DVD package may be purchased from Concordia Publishing House or by phone at 1-800-325-3040.

2008 Retreats Schedule Now Available.  Once again a new retreat season has begun.  We are excited about the many wonderful retreats we have to offer!  The Retreats site is complete and available here.  For a copy of the 2008 brochure, please click here.  Or contact us at retreats@ctsfw.edu or 260-452-2241 for more information.

Register Online Now for 2008 Continuing Education.  CTS is coming near you!  This year, continuing education courses will be offered at 24 sites across the nation.  Each opportunity, for clergy and laypeople, will allow you to grow in your knowledge and understanding of biblical and theological matters at seminars.  For more information click here, contact 260-452-2241, or email continuinged@ctsfw.edu .

CITI Web page updated...Church Interpreter Training Institute to take place June 1 - 8 on Seminary Campus.  CITI returns to Concordia Theological Seminary this summer for week long course.  Write citi@ctsfw.edu for more information.  Details on the class are coming soon...stayed tuned.

Opportunities for Seminarians with LCMS World Mission.  If you are a seminarian with a desire to become involved in U.S. or international missions check out the World Mission site.