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Our distinguished faculty members are known and respected throughout the church for their biblical and confessional scholarship and experience in applying the truth of God’s Word to daily life. Faculty members average more than 11 years of service as pastors, missionaries or chaplains.

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Dr. David L. Adams

Adams, David

Associate Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7144

Dr. Charles P. Arand

Arand, Charles

Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Dean of Theological Research and Publication, Theological Research and Publication
Director of the Center for the Care of Creation, Center for Care of Creation
Eugene E. and Nell S. Fincke Graduate Professor of Theology, Systematic Theology

314-505-7125

Bahkou, Abjar

Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology

314-505-7120

bahkoua@csl.edu

Dr. Joel D. Biermann

Biermann, Joel

Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Faculty Marshal, Systematic Theology
Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology

314-505-7567

biermannj@csl.edu

Dr. Gerhard Bode

Bode, Gerhard

Associate Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Dean of Advanced Studies, Advanced Studies
Archivist, Office of the President

314-505-7391

Dr. Kent J. Burreson

Burreson, Kent

Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Dean of the Chapel, Dean of Chapel
Louis A. Fincke and Anna B. Shine Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology

314-505-7569

burresonk@csl.edu

Dr. Timothy Dost

Dost, Timothy

Associate Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Faculty Secretary, Historical Theology

314-505-7142

Egger, Thomas

President, Office of the President
Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology
Gustav and Sophie Butterbach Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7011

Dr. Joel Elowsky

Elowsky, Joel

Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Director of the Center for the Study of Early Christian Texts, Historical Theology
Coordinator of International Seminary Exchange Programs, Ministerial Formation

314-505-7106

elowskyj@csl.edu

Haupt, Benjamin

Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Associate Provost, Office of the Provost

314-505-7037

Dr. Erik Herrmann

Herrmann, Erik

Associate Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Chairman of the Department of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Director of the Center for Reformation Research, Center for Reformation Research
Director of Concordia Theology, Theological Research and Publication

314-505-7389

herrmanne@csl.edu

Rev. David Lewis

Lewis, David

Assistant Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7387

Marrs, Richard

Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Director of the Master of Divinity and Residential Alternate Route Programs, Ministerial Formation

314-505-7287

Maxwell, David

Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Louis A. Fincke and Anna B. Shine Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology

314-505-7385

maxwelld@csl.edu

Dr. Peter Nafzger

Nafzger, Peter

Assistant Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Director, Student Life, Practical Theology

314-505-7111

nafzgerp@csl.edu

Dr. Glenn Nielsen

Nielsen, Glenn

Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Director of Placement, Placement
Director, Vicarage and Deaconess Internships

314-505-7211

nielseng@csl.edu

Dr. Joel P. Okamoto

Okamoto, Joel

Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Chairman of the Department of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Waldemar and Mary Griesbach Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology

314-505-7152

okamotoj@csl.edu

Oschwald, Jeffrey

Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7146

oschwaldj@csl.edu

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Penhallegon, Philip

Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7165

penhallegonp@csl.edu

Dr. David J. Peter

Peter, David

Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Dean of Faculty, Dean of Faculty

314-505-7101

Robinson, Paul

Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Director of Library Services, Library Services

314-505-7133

robinsonp@csl.edu

Dr. Mark Rockenbach

Rockenbach, Mark

Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Adviser of Personal Growth and Leadership Development, Ministerial Formation
Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program, Advanced Studies

314-505-7109

rockenbachm@csl.edu

Rutt, Douglas

Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Office of the Provost
Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology

314-505-7019

Dr. Timothy E. Saleska

Saleska, Timothy

Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology
Dean of Ministerial Formation, Ministerial Formation

314-505-7130

saleskat@csl.edu

Dr. Leopoldo A. Sánchez M.

Sanchez, Leopoldo

Professor of Systematic Theology, Systematic Theology
Director of the Center for Hispanic Studies, Ministerial Formation
Werner R.H. Krause and Elizabeth Ringger Krause Professor of Hispanic Ministries, Systematic Theology

314-505-7273

sanchezl@csl.edu

Schmitt, David

Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Chairman of the Department of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Gregg H. Benidt Memorial Professor of Homiletics and Literature, Practical Theology

314-505-7137

schmittd@csl.edu

Dr. Bruce G. Schuchard

Schuchard, Bruce

Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology
Chairman of the Department of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7103

schuchardb@csl.edu

Dr. William W. Schumacher

Schumacher, William

Mission Professor of Historical Theology, Historical Theology
Director of the Institute for Mission Studies, Institute for Mission Studies
Buehner-Duesenberg Professor of Missions, Historical Theology

314-505-7112

schumacherw@csl.edu

Dr. Mark Seifrid

Seifrid, Mark

Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7119

seifridm@csl.edu

Dr. W. Mart Thompson

Thompson, William

Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Practical Theology
Director of Specific Ministry Pastor Program, Specific Ministry Pastor Program

314-505-7078

thompsonw@csl.edu

Dr. James W. Voelz

Voelz, James

Graduate Professor of Exegetical Theology, Exegetical Theology
Dr. Jack Dean Kingsbury Professor of New Testament Theology, Exegetical Theology

314-505-7138

Second Sunday of Easter: Acts 4:32–35, Psalm 148

Second Sunday of Easter:
Acts 4:32–35, Psalm 148, 1 John 1:1—2:2, John 20:19–31

Episode 5 of "Under the Fig Tree" is streaming now

Episode 5 of "Under the Fig Tree" is streaming now!

If you see yourself as marginal, an outsider, a sinner, or an unlikely candidate to come to seminary and study to become a pastor or deaconess, this episode is for you.

In "Unlikely Candidates to Follow Jesus with Leo Sánchez," Dr. Benjamin Haupt and Rev. Micah Glenn are joined by Dr. Leopoldo Sánchez, Director of Concordia Seminary's Center for Hispanic Studies and the Werner R.H. Krause and Elizabeth Ringger Krause Professor of Hispanic Ministries and Systematic Theology. They discuss Matt. 9:9-13 and Jesus' calling of Matthew, an unlikely candidate to be a disciple. Born in Chile and raised in Panama, Dr. Sánchez tells his own story of how he grew up among Roman Catholics and Pentecostals and ended up being confirmed as a Lutheran and then went on to study to become a pastor.

"Under the Fig Tree" posts new episodes every Friday. Stream anytime on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!

#WhoWillGoForUs #ConcordiaSeminary #HigherEd

Dr. Glenn Fluegge, director of the Cross-cultural

Dr. Glenn Fluegge, director of the Cross-cultural Ministry Center (CMC) at @concordiairvine invites you to his online workshop, “Grounding our Mission in God’s Mission: A Theology of Mission for Today’s Increasingly Multicultural and Unchurched Society.” Explore the mission of God throughout the Bible and uncover key missionary themes that will bolster our confidence and enthusiasm to joyfully engage our surrounding communities and boldly bear witness to the love of God in Christ Jesus!

Watch the promo video on the Concordia Theology blog, concordiatheology.org

Part of Concordia Seminary’s Prof Insights: Faculty-Led Workshop Series, this workshop will be held May 10-12. Registration is $100. The deadline to register is April 23.

Learn more and register on our website!

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The Prof Insights: Faculty-Led Workshop Series offers in-depth study on contemporary topics that influence the practice of ministry and worship. Bringing the Seminary to you, members of Concordia Seminary’s faculty and other scholars are hosting 31 workshops May through August at various locations nationwide and live online. The workshops are for pastors, church workers and laypeople. Formerly known as the Summer Workshop Series, the 2021 workshops cover topics including the Old Testament, Christian witness, Baptism, burial and the early church, among many others. Learn more about the series at csl.edu/resources/continuing-education/workshop-series/.

#ConcordiaSeminary #ContinuingEd #HigherEd

"Is life basically tragic? Is it only blood, sweat

"Is life basically tragic? Is it only blood, sweat, and tears? Because I believe that Christ has redeemed me and all creatures, I say “No.” Because I believe that Christ rose again from the dead, I say “No.” Because I believe that I too shall rise from death and live eternally with my risen Lord (as our text this morning reminds us), I say, “No, life is not basically tragic. It is not only blood, sweat, and tears.”"

Professor Emeritus Francis “Rev” Rossow preached the Easter sermon "What's Wrong with Happy Endings?" in the Concordia Seminary chapel on April 15, 1977. It was later published in the July 1977 issue of the Concordia Journal (volume 3, issue 4). Read it now on the Concordia Theology blog and on our Facebook page, @ConcordiaSem.

In the next Word and Work: An Intersection, "Why R

In the next Word and Work: An Intersection, "Why Read Rare Books?" President Emeritus Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks with Dr. Bruce Durazzi, the special collections librarian in the Seminary's Kristine Kay Hasse Memorial Library. They talk about the library’s many resources including its rare book collection of 8,000 volumes, one of which is J.S. Bach’s personal Bible. Durazzi tells the story of how the Bach Bible ended up at the Seminary and shares a few details about some historic books, including one on a Martin Luther sermon printed in Wittenberg, Germany, in the 1500s. Durazzi says the book’s printing, most likely, was overseen by Luther himself. “We are Lutheran leaven because these kinds of scholarship and resources get out into the broader Christian community on behalf of the Gospel,” Meyer says. Find the episode on our Facebook page @ConcordiaSeminary and on the Concordia Theology blog!

#ConcordiaSeminary #ConcordiaTheology #HigherEd #GraduateSchool

Though it was a little chilly, we had a beautiful

Though it was a little chilly, we had a beautiful morning for some coffee from @sacredgroundz, thanks to the Concordia Seminary Student Association. Students, families, faculty and staff enjoyed hot and iced beverages — even a pup got a treat! What a nice boost as we head into the end of the semester!

#ConcordiaSeminary #CountdowntoGraduation #CountdowntoCallDay

This morning, the Seminary community gathered for

This morning, the Seminary community gathered for the Easter Divine Service for chapel. The service began with a powerful rendition of “Were You There,” sung by Laudamus, a select choir of seminarians directed by Dr. James Marriott, director of Music Arts. Associate Provost Dr. Benjamin Haupt gave the homily, focusing on John 20, reminding the Seminary community of the restoration, peace and new life that is freely given to us from our risen Savior.

“Awake, my heart with gladness, See what today is done / Now after gloom and sadness, Comes forth the glorious sun. / My Savior there was laid / Where our bed must be made / When to the realms of light / Our spirit wings its flight.” (LSB, 467)

Episode 4 of the Seminary's new podcast "Under the

Episode 4 of the Seminary's new podcast "Under the Fig Tree" is streaming now! In this episode, Benjamin Haupt and Micah Glenn discuss Luke 24:13-35 and Jesus’ conversation with two disciples about the crucifixion and resurrection. They also talk with current Student Body President and concluding seminarian, Mason Vieth, about growing up outside the Lutheran church and coming to seminary. Listen today!

"Under the Fig Tree" is now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts!

#WhoWillGoForUs #ConcordiaSeminary #UndertheFigTree

Si tienes interés en servir a tu prójimo en tu i

Si tienes interés en servir a tu prójimo en tu iglesia y comunidad, si has ejercido algún tipo de labor o liderazgo en tu iglesia, si alguien en tu familia o iglesia te ha dicho que serías un buen pastor o una buena diaconisa, o si sientes que quieres aprender más de la palabra de Dios para ayudar a la gente espiritualmente, entonces debes considerar la oportunidad de ser estudiante del Centro de Estudios Hispanos del Seminario Concordia de St. Louis, Mo. “Puedes estudiar con nosotros en el idioma español para ser pastor o diaconisa en la Iglesia Luterana. ¡Llámanos para explorar esta oportunidad!”

Aprender más: csl.edu/es/centro-de-estudios-hispanos-ceh/

#seminario #luterana #WhoWillGoForUs

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If you have interest in serving your neighbor in your church or community, if you have served in a role or leadership capacity at your church, if someone in your family or church has told you that you would be a good pastor or deaconess, or if you sense you want to learn more about God's Word to help people spiritually, consider the opportunity to be a student at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Leopoldo A. Sánchez M. — director of the Center for Hispanic Studies — encourages you to apply! “You can study with us for the pastoral or deaconess ministry in the Spanish language! Call us to explore this opportunity!”

Learn more on our website (link in bio)!
#seminario #luterana #WhoWillGoForUS

In this 20th episode of “Mission Works: Thanks t

In this 20th episode of “Mission Works: Thanks to Donors,” President Emeritus Dr. Dale A. Meyer sits down with Dr. Bruce Durazzi, the special collections librarian in the Seminary’s Kristine Kay Hasse Memorial Library. “Libraries have changed,” Meyer says. “And the Kristine Kay Hasse Memorial Library here on campus is an inviting place and not just to Seminary students but to pastors and scholars literally throughout the world.” The men talk about the library’s many resources including its rare book collection of 8,000 volumes, one of which is J.S. Bach’s personal Bible.

Mission Works is a weekly vlog that celebrates the significant role of Seminary supporters and highlights how donor gifts are making a difference in the Lord’s mission. Learn more at on our website (link in bio)!

Watch the episode on our YouTube channel!

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