How Will They Hear?

"Pastors" represents those dollars needed to operate on an annual basis.

When asked to share his personal story about his road to the Seminary and the financial challenges presented to him and his family, 2nd year Seminarian Chris Spelbring had this to say:

Spelbrings

All of us at Seminary are not alone. The mission of the Seminary is so much bigger than my story. It's really about God's story of what He has done for us in and through Jesus Christ, and this is the story we are preparing to share with the world as servants of the Gospel.

When things get challenging, I remember people like you - people who are praying and giving financially to make sure that pastors continue to be formed for service in God's church. I speak for all Seminarians when I say that we are extremely grateful for your prayers and financial assistance which support our Seminary education.

~ Chris Spelbring

"PASTORS" – addressing the needs of the church for pastors, deaconnesses, and leaders to effectively address 21st century mission challenges

Tuition Grants and Scholarships $27 million
Sustaining Fund $17.25 million
Total Pastors $44.25 million

Prepare more pastors, deaconesses, and leaders of the highest personal, spiritual, and intellectual caliber to serve you, your family, and your community as God’s people in the world
Meet the needs of a demographically changing student body
Equip future pastors, deaconesses, and leaders with specialized multi-cultural and contextual-specific ministry skills
Update and enhance the skills of current pastors and deaconesses to help them build meaningful relationships with people who are diverse both culturally and ideologically

Concordia Seminary's Response...Pastors