Alumni Reunion
Our annual Alumni Reunion provides an opportunity for alumni and spouses to reconnect, reminisce and celebrate. It also offers time for alumni to reacquaint themselves with the beautiful Concordia Seminary campus and the global ministry taking place here.
2022 Alumni Reunion
Oct. 13-14, 2022
A special welcome is extended to members of the jubilarian class of 1972 and graduates, spouses and widows of class years ending in “2” or “7.”
Reunion highlights
- Recognition of jubilarian class and all alumni in chapel
- Interactive presentation with Seminary President Dr. Thomas J. Egger
- Banquet with performance by Laudamus
- Time and space for class gatherings
Registration
Alumnus: $125 for both days; $70 for single day
Spouse: $125 for both days; $70 for single day
Registration deadline: Sept. 23, 2022
Schedule
Thursday, Oct. 13
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 8-9:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 9:35-10 a.m. | Chapel |
| 10:30-11:30 a.m. | What’s New At Your Seminary? Hear from your Seminary’s President, Dr. Thomas J. Egger, who will share his vision for theological education in the 21st century and touch on his strategic priorities. Bring your questions to make this a lively, interactive session! |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1-4 p.m. | Free time/class gatherings* |
| 4-5 p.m. | Alum ‘n Stein Mingle with Seminary students during this social time featuring complimentary libations and stimulating conversations. The students will welcome wisdom and insight from their alumni brothers and sisters in the field. |
| 5 p.m. | “Taste of St. Louis” supper |
Friday, Oct. 14
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 9:35 a.m.-10 a.m. | Chapel Members of the class of 1972 to be specially recognized. |
| 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Dazzling Stained Glass! Join Dr. Kent Burreson and Dr. David Schmitt, members of the Seminary’s stained glass design committee, for an in-depth look at the new windows in the Chapel of St. Timothy and St. Titus on campus. You will delight in the beauty of new windows, designed with the Te Deum as the thematic touchpoint, that offer a more complete display of Christ throughout the entirety of the chapel. |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Class photos in chapel |
| 2:30-6 p.m. | Free time/class gatherings* |
| 6 p.m. | Banquet Performance by Laudamus Laudamus is a feast for the ears! Your after-dinner serenade by Laudamus will introduce you to this select choir of seminarians preparing for full-time service in the ministry. The choir delights in proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. |
*Class gatherings
We encourage you to connect with your classmates beforehand and suggest to them that they join you to celebrate the many years of blessings God has given to you and His church. We will be happy to assist you with arrangements for individual class gatherings.
*Free time
Free time activities may include: hymn sing, organ play, choir performance, library tour, devotions, classroom visits.
Lodging
A limited number of rooms are available at the nearby Cheshire Hotel with a special group rate of $120/per night. Please make your reservations by Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, to receive the group rate. Reservations made after this date will be subject to prevailing rate and availability. Reservations may be made online or by calling 314-647-7300. Be sure and refer to the Concordia Alumni Group Block.
Group code: CAR1022
In addition to the great rate, you can enjoy generous amenities including a complimentary breakfast, parking and high speed wireless internet access.
The Cheshire Hotel
6300 Clayton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63117
314-647-7300
(0.5 mile from Seminary)