On behalf of Wartburg Theological Seminary, President Kristin Largen is pleased to announce the naming of the new auditorium in the soon to be remodeled Fritschel Hall. The Rev. Ron and Mrs. Mary Ellen Koplitz of Tempe, AZ generously stepped up to become lead donors to the $28 million Lead Boldly campaign which includes the…
After 25 years of teaching as a professor at Wartburg Theological Seminary, the Rev. Dr. Ann L. Fritschel plans to retire this month. Please join us in expressing gratitude to God and to Dr. Fritschel for her gifts which have blessed and shaped so many church leaders. Why do I support Wartburg Theological Seminary? As a…
For Steve and Terri Diemer, what started out as a trip down memory lane turned into a mission to make a difference. The close knit Diemer family from Madison, WI grew up familiar with Wartburg Theological Seminary because of how highly their father, Joel ‘64, spoke about his alma mater and how many close family…
For Steve and Terri Diemer, what started out as a trip down memory lane turned into a mission to make a difference. The close knit Diemer family from Madison, WI grew up familiar with Wartburg Theological Seminary because of how highly their father, Joel ‘64, spoke about his alma mater and how many close family…
Why do I support Wartburg Theological Seminary? In thinking about this question, I easily reflected upon my upbringing in Guyana (formerly British Guiana) and the formative influence of my immediate and extended family, the church, Lutheran missionaries, neighbors, and even strangers. Many images come to mind of the generosity of my parents extending hospitality…
New Estate Gift To Provide Over $20,000 in Annual Student Support Wartburg Seminary is humbled and excited to announce the formation of the Didrik & Dorothy Bohm Scholarship, which will provide over $20,000 annually in direct support to seminary students. This fund is made possible by the Bohm estate, which is providing a gift of…
Rev. Paul Waterman ’16 and Pastoral Intern Jacob Krueger Brew Coffee to Support Seminaries Rev. Paul Waterman ’16 Normally, the people of Epiphany Lutheran Church in Carbondale, IL, gather each fall around Reformation to share in a meal and bid on dinners as a part of the “Dinner Auction for Seminary Education.” It is among…
Meet Wartburg Seminary’s Fifteenth President Wartburg Seminary welcomed the Rev. Dr. Kristin Johnston Largen ’97 in her new call as the Wartburg Seminary President in February 2021. At the time, she shared, “Coming back to Wartburg feels like coming home.” Learn more about Dr. Largen by reading the interview below! It’s probably safe to assume…
2021 Lenten Journey A daily devotional series from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday This Lenten season of reflection, repentance and renewal, Wartburg Theological Seminary invites you to participate with us in a spiritual journey to the cross. Each day, you will receive a brief devotion via email, written by one of our community members. Each…
Revisiting a 2012 LifeTogether Magazine Article about Pioneering WTS Faith Leaders The ELCA’s 50/40/10 celebrations commemorate the 50th anniversary of ordaining Lutheran women, the 40th anniversary of ordaining Lutheran women of color, and the 10th anniversary of LGBTQ+ individuals being able to serve freely. WTS joins the ELCA in celebrating the ways women, women of…