Wittenberg of the 21st Century
Grace alone. Faith alone. Scripture alone. The three “solas” of the Reformation are the heart of confessional Lutheran theology and “true north” for the pastors and deaconesses formed in Fort Wayne.
A singular mission
Called to Serve
For 180 years, CTSFW has provided the Church with servants of Christ who confidently share the message of Christ crucified for the forgiveness of sins—as pastors who preach and teach God’s Word and as deaconesses who show God’s love to those in need. Learn more about our mission, vision, values, and history by clicking the button below.
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1846
The year CTSFW was founded.
CTSFW DIRECTORY
CTSFW is a seminary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, the second-largest Lutheran church body in the US. Headquartered in Kirkwood, Missouri, the LCMS has roughly 5,900 congregations and 1.7 million baptized members.
CTSFW relies on a well-coordinated crew of academic, professional, administrative, and operational personnel to keep the Seminary running smoothly. Check our Employment page for current job openings.