CTLM: Beginners class for lay Latinx leaders. Spanish / Clase introductoria de Teologia para lideres laicos.
2022-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | IA, United States
Instructor: Rev. Edy Santos
Lutheran Identity
Days and Times: Saturdays 10am-12pm
When: December 3rd-December 17th
Cost: $25

Instructor: Reverendo Edy Santos
Tema: Identidad Luterana
Horario: Sabados de 10am-12pm
Duración: Diciembre 3. – Diciembre 17
Costo: $25

Advent Lessons and Carols
2022-12-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
More information coming soon!

W.H. Auden’s For the Time Being: A Christmas Oratorio
2022-12-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States

CTLM: Latine Ministry Competence
2023-01-26 08:00 - 2023-01-28 17:00 | IA, United States
Thursday January 26 – 5pm-8pm
Friday January 27 – 5pm-8pm
Saturday January 28 –9am-12pm

Latine Ministry Competence
Presented by: Rev. Rubén Durán-Main
Is there a growing Latine community in your area? How is your church preparing itself to be involved in cross-cultural ministry among Latine people? What are we learning from the Latine communities about ways to accompany and support them on their journey of life and faith?
Join a group of learners and practitioners desiring to enhance their cultural competence to help start or strengthen their ministry with and among the Latine communities.
Through this workshop you will explore socio-cultural and historical foundations that undergird the uniqueness and diversity within the Latine communities. The workshop will also resource you with biblical, theological tools, as well as tested models and current best practices in the development of Latine ministries in the ELCA and among ecumenical partners.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to create and equip a team of leaders in their context to explore ways to build relationships, learn from, serve, accompany, and engage in mutual witness among the growing Latine people in their community. You will also be connected with resources and networks to support you in your strategies.
This initiative is part of an ELCA church-wide effort to “activate ourselves so that more people may know the way of Jesus and experience community, justice and love.”
Individual $250
Congregation $600

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Jueves Enero 26 – 5pm-8pm
Viernes Enero 27 – 5pm-8pm
Sabado Enero 28 –9am-12pm

Desarrolle su Competencia en Ministerio Latine
Rev. Rubén Durán-Presentador. Horario pendiente.
Existe alguna comunidad Latine en su area? Cómo esta su iglesia preparándose para estar más aptos para hacer ministerio entre el pueblo Latine? Qué estamos aprendiendo de las comunidades Latine acerca de cómo acompañarlos y apoyarlos en su camino de vida y fe?
Partcipa con un grupo de aprendices y practicantes deseosos de mejorar su competencia cultural para ayudar a comenzar o fortalecer su ministerio con y entre las comunidades Latine.
A través de este taller de trabajo exploraremos las bases socio-culturales e históricas en las cuales se apoyan la singularidad y diversidad entre las comunidades Latine. Este taller de trabajo también te dará recursos bíblicos, herramientas teológicas, así como modelos ya probados y las mejores prácticas en el desarrollo de ministerios Latine en la ELCA y entre nuestros compañer ecuménicos.
Al final de este taller de trabajo, los partcipantes estarán aptos para crear y equipar un grupo de líderes en su contexto para explorar formas para construir relaciones, aprender de, servir, acompañar, y como envolverse en testimonio mutuo entre el creciente pueblo Latine en su comunidad. También se les conectará con recursos y redes de apoyo en sus estrategias.
Esta iniciativa es parte de un esfuerzo de la iglesia nacional ELCA para “activarnos para que más personas puedan conocer el camino de Jesús y experimentar comunidad, justicia y amor.”
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ELCA African National Ministries
2023-02-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
In cooperation with the Center for Global Theologies, Wartburg Learning for Life invites you to join Rev. Dr. Joseph M Bocko, Program Director for ELCA African National Ministries, for a presentation about the ELCA’s work. This event will be available both on-campus [Weiblen] and via Zoom.

Dr. Bocko has a bachelor’s degree in theological studies from Tumaini University Makumira in Tanzania (1975) and a Master of Sacred Theology from the Wartburg Theological Seminary (1984), and a doctorate in educational studies from Trinity International University (1997). He is the author of “Effective Lay Leadership Training,” and he has served as a pastor in the Metro Chicago Synod, and the North Western Diocese, United Republic of Tanzania.

On-campus participants will enjoy a soup supper before Dr. Bocko’s presentation. All are welcome.
Please register here

Admissions Online Open House - 2/21/23
2023-02-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
With work, school, home, family, and church, our routines are set and drive us from one day to the next. Do you have a gnawing feeling in your gut that you may be ready for your routine to shift a bit, or that you are being called to do something different?
Join us for an Online Open House to learn about Wartburg Seminary and all it has to offer. You will:

Learn about our Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Diaconal Ministry, and Master of Arts degree programs and the variety of ways Wartburg provides theological education.
Participate in a Scripture study with a faculty member to get a feel for what education at Wartburg Seminary is like.
Hear from current students learning both residentially and at a distance about their experiences as part of the Wartburg community.
Be introduced to the ELCA candidacy process and where to begin.
Ask questions about financial aid and next steps for the admissions process.
Join other discerning students in asking questions and discovering where God is calling you. Questions? Contact admissions@wartburgseminary.edu. Register below and you will receive information on how to access the Open House. All you need is a computer (with or without a camera) and a good internet connection to join!

Register Today!

Considering Your Call Weekend - 3/24/23 - 3/26/23
2023-03-24 17:00 - 2023-03-26 12:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Offers You The Opportunity To:

Explore vocation and discernment with others
Learn about Wartburg’s degree programs and the various pathways to earn your degree
Worship with the Wartburg Seminary community
Meet current faculty, staff, and students, hearing their stories and experiences
Share in meals and fellowship, including social events with the community
Experience Wartburg Seminary through the convenience of a weekend visit!

You Are Our Guest:
Need overnight accommodations on Friday and Saturday? We are happy to provide housing for you and your spouse, friend, partner, pastor or supporter while you’re here. We will also provide meals and snacks while you are on campus. Housing and meals are on us! Need financial assistance with travel costs? We can help! Just let us know how we can assist. We want you here!

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Spanish Language, Culture, Hospitality
2023-04-20 08:00 - 2023-04-22 17:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Thursday, April 20, 7:00-9:00 pm, Friday, April 21, 5:00-7:00 pm, Saturday, April 22, 9:00-11:00 am
Pastor Violeta Siguenza, director of Centro Teológica Luterano Multicultural (CTLM), leads three sessions on ministry with Latine people.
• Session 1, on Thursday evening, will focus on (a) Spanish language basics and cultural variations and (b) hospitality within Latine cultures.
• Session 2, Friday evening, will focus specifically on liturgical vocabulary.
• Session 3, Saturday morning, will focus on using Spanish music in worship, including introduction to one of the ELCA’s Spanish-language liturgies.
All three sessions will include opportunities for practicing (or honing) Spanish language skills. Available both on-campus and via Zoom.
Cost: $250 per individual and $650 per congregation
Register

Admissions Online Open House - 5/23/23
2023-05-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States

This is Wartburg Live! - Stories from Tanzania
2024-01-22 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
You are invited to join us on Monday, January 22 at 7:00 p.m. CST for “This is Wartburg – Live” Stories from Tanzania!

We are excited to welcome President Rev. Dr. Kristin Johnston Largen and Dr. Beth Elness-Hanson who will share their recent experiences in Tanzania with the Wartburg community.

We will also share from a student’s perspective. Zach Manzella, final year student from Alaska and Kurt Saenger-Heyl, recent MDiv graduate from North Carolina, will be on the trip and will share how they see Wartburg showing up in the world.

Join with a friend to experience Wartburg Seminary together. May I suggest you bring a prospective student or donor. RSVP for this excting event by clicking here.

43rd Annual Rural Ministry Conference
2024-03-03 08:00 - 2024-03-05 17:00 | Best Western Hotel Plus, 3100 Dodge Street, Highway 20, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
43rd Annual Rural Ministry Conference
The Creation Groans, the Creation Waits,
the Creation Hopes, the Creation Sings:
Congregations Responding to Climate Change

ReFormation and Reunion 2024
2024-04-02 - 2024-04-04 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
You are cordially invited to… come home … to the place of your formation … for
ReFormation and Reunion
Take time for reunions and celebrations!
Take time to learn, relax, and care for yourself!
To view the schedule of events, please click here.
The cost of this event is $25. To register, please click here.

Faith, Politics and the Common Good: Faithful Political Engagement that Bridges Divides
2024-04-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Join us on Friday, April 19 from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Wartburg Theological Seminary. This is a public event for the Dubuque Community. It is offered in person and on Zoom at: https://shorturl.at/mxHJX.

Guest speakers are Iowa elected officials Senator Sarah Trone Garriott and Representative Lindsay James.

Download the event flyer here.

This Is Wartburg Live: With Savanna Sullivan ‘20
2024-04-22 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
Register here: https://mywts.wartburgseminary.edu/ICS/Engage/Event_Registration.jnz

Preaching With Children Soup Supper and Presentation
2024-04-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Preaching in settings with children can be one of the most difficult challenges preachers face. Whether you are a minister, teacher, chaplain, or Sunday school leader (or looking forward to serving in one of those roles in the future!) this session will offer practical help in crafting sermons specifically for children.
Drawing on insights gleaned over the past 70 years within the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd movement, Dr. Ann Garrido will introduce key characteristics of childhood and children’s spirituality and present ways to reflect on Scripture through the lens of the young child. Preachers will discover possibilities for preaching with children, rather than preaching to them. Attendees at the Wartburg campus will receive a complimentary copy of Ann’s book, Preaching with Children (Liturgy Training Publications, 2022).
This talk is made possible through the generous funding of the LIlly Endowment’s Christian Parenting and Caregiving Initiative.
Click here to view the event flyer.

All Community Bonfire and S’mores Night
2024-05-10 19:30 - 23:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Graduates, graduates’ families, residents, faculty, staff, visitors, alumni, and interns are all invited! Come for a bonfire and stay for the company. Bring your own chairs, beverages, and any musical talents you’d like to share. Bonfire will take place behind the castle.

Commencement 2024
2024-05-12 | St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church, 60 South Algona Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001, United States
Sunday, May 12
9:30-10:30 Coffee Hour
11:00 am Baccalaureate – Loehe Chapel
3:00 pm Commencement – St Joseph the Worker

Opening Worship for the 171st Academic Year
2024-09-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States

Dialogue Across Difference: A gospel-oriented approach to the election season
2024-09-15 17:30 - 19:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
Presenter: Dr. Ann Garrido, Catholic theologian and conflict negotiator
Register to receive the Zoom link here.

This Is Wartburg Live with Jamil Zoughbi and Claudine Elzughbi
2024-10-14 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States

Giving Tuesday
2024-12-03 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Wartburg Theological Seminary will unite with thousands of organizations worldwide for Giving Tuesday, the international day of generosity and community impact.
This is your opportunity to join us in celebrating the mission of Wartburg Theological Seminary and amplifying the work of forming bold and faithful leaders for the church and world. Every gift, no matter its size, strengthens our ability to nurture future leaders and share the gospel in transformative ways.
We invite you to:

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for stories from students, updates, and ways to participate.
Consider making a gift to support Wartburg. Your generosity directly impacts the future of ministry by equipping students with the tools they need to lead with compassion and courage.
Together, we can make a difference. Let’s Rally Orange this Giving Tuesday and shine as a community of faithful supporters. Join us in shaping the future of ministry—because every act of generosity counts!

Advent Lessons and Carols
2024-12-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Loehe Chapel
Join us on Sunday, December 8 at 6:00 PM in Loehe Chapel for Advent Lessons and Carols, followed by a reception with refreshments at the President’s home. Join us for songs, prayers, readings, artwork, and reflections from students and faculty as we prepare our hearts with expectation for the incarnation of Christ.

A Fireside Chat with President Largen
2024-12-16 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
You’re invited to a special live interview with President Largen! Gather with us on Monday, December 16, for an engaging and insightful conversation by the fireside. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and hear directly from President Largen.
Mark your calendar—we look forward to seeing you there!

Register here.

This Is Wartburg Live - Stories from Greece and Turkey!
2025-01-27 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
Join us for the next “This Is Wartburg – Live!” with Rev. Dr. Troy Troftgruben, Dean Cheryl Peterson, and WTS students who participated in the J-Term trip. The live interview will take place on Monday, January 27 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. RSVP by clicking here.

Rural Ministry Conference 2025
2025-03-09 08:00 - 2025-03-11 17:00 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
View the Rural Ministry Conference event specific page by clicking here.
Register for the Rural Ministry Conference by clicking here.

This Is Wartburg Live - The CaSTLE Project
2025-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
Click here to RSVP for this event.

ReFormation and Reunion
2025-04-22 15:00 - 2025-04-24 11:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
You are cordially invited to…
come home… to the place of your formation… for
ReFormation and Reunion

The cost of this event is $25. To register visit: https://mywts.wartburgseminary.edu/ICS/Engage/Reformation_and_Reunion_Event.jnz
Information regarding lodging and restaurants can be found here.
For more information contact Astine Bose at abose@wartburgseminary.edu or 563-589-0328
Funding for this event is provided by the Professor William D. Streng Continuing Education Endowment

Tentative Schedule
Tuesday, April 22
3:00 p.m. Registration opens
5:00 p.m. All-class and farewell retirement reception for Prof. May Persaud and Rev. Dr. Winston Persaud
Wednesday, April 23
7:00 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:45 – 10:15 a.m. Presentation by Rev. Dr. Winston Persaud
10:30 a.m. Eucharist in Loehe Chapel
11:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Time with President Largen and VP for Development, Mike Johnson
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Presentation by Rev. Dr. Jan Rippentrop-Schnell
3:15 – 4:15 p.m. Presentation by Rev. Dr. Mark Yackel-Juleen
4:30 p.m. Dedication of the Ann Fritschel and Gwen Sayler Classroom
Evening Dinner on your own with your class
Thursday, April 24
7:00 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:45 -10:15 a.m. Presentation by May Persaud, D.D.
10:30 a.m. Chapel
11:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. 3rd Year Alumni meet with Academic Dean, Rev. Dr. Cheryl Peterson
11:30 a.m. Lunch

Presentations by Wartburg Theological Seminary Faculty:
Rev. Dr. Winston Persaud
Wednesday, April 23, 8:45-10:15 a.m.
Defining and Confessing the Gospel
of Jesus Christ today!

Rev. Dr. Jan Rippentrop-Schnell
Wednesday, April 23, 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Queering Confirmation, Rituals, and Skills
for Inclusion and Flourishing

Rev. Dr. Mark Yackel-Juleen
Wednesday, April 23, 3:15-4:15 p.m.
The CaSTLE Project: Leadership in a Living Baptismal Ecclesiology

May Persaud, D.D.
Thursday, 24 April, 8:45-10:15 a.m.
Eating with our Eyes Wide Shut

The following class years will celebrate a milestone reunion!
1950
1955 (70 Year)
1960
1965 (60 Year)
1970
1975 (50 Year)
1980
1985 (40 Year)
1990
1995
2000 (25 Year)
2005
2010
2015
2020
2022 (3 Year)

Winston and May Persaud's Farewell Event
2025-04-22 17:00 - 19:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Winston & May’s Farewell Event: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 5:00 – 7:30 PM (CT), beginning with a chapel service, followed by a reception in Weiblen.

This Is Wartburg-Live: Celebrating with the Persauds
2025-04-28 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, IA, United States
Register for the Zoom link here!

Nate Frambach's Farewell Event
2025-05-09 17:00 - 19:30 | Wartburg Seminary, 333 Wartburg Place, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
Nate’s Farewell Event: Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:00 – 7:30 PM (CT), featuring a festive meal and program. RSVP by April 21, 2025 to officeofthepresident@wartburgseminary.edu.
