Summer Greek ends
2026-08-14

Summer Term ends
2026-08-14

St. Mary, Mother of Our Lord
2026-08-15

Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 15)
2026-08-16
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 15)

FIRST READING
Is. 56:1, 6–8

PSALM
Ps. 67

EPISTLE
Rom. 11:1–2a, 13–15, 28–32

GOSPEL
Matt. 15:21–28

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Orientation
2026-08-17 - 2026-08-20 | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
New students are familiarized with their programs during Orientation.

Opening Service
2026-08-21 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Chapel of St. Timothy & St. Titus, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Opening Service for the 188th academic year will be held at 10:30 a.m. CT Friday, Aug. 21, in the Chapel of St. Timothy and St. Titus. The public is invited to attend. The service also will be livestreamed on Facebook, You Tube and csl.edu/live.

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 16)
2026-08-23
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 16)

FIRST READING
Is. 51:1–6

PSALM
Ps. 138

EPISTLE
Rom. 11:33–12:8

GOSPEL
Matt. 16:13–20

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St. Bartholomew, Apostle
2026-08-24

Fall Semester of 2026-27 academic year begins (excluding SMP & ODS programs)
2026-08-24

The Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist
2026-08-29

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 17)
2026-08-30
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 17)

FIRST READING
Jer. 15:15–21

PSALM
Ps. 26

EPISTLE
Rom. 12:9–21

GOSPEL
Matt. 16:21–28

Color

Deadline for complete SMP applications for Spring 2027 matriculation
2026-08-31

Prof Insights: Faculty-Led Workshop: Professors Golden and Bialkowski in St. Louis, MO
2026-08-31 - 2026-09-01 | Hasse Library – Library 112, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Faithful Time Stewardship: Leading Well in a Demanding Call
Pastors face competing demands on their time from preaching, teaching, care, administration and community leadership. This session provides practical tools to prioritize responsibilities, manage interruptions and steward time faithfully while maintaining personal and family well-being.

Dr. Kevin Golden
Associate Professor of Exegetical Theology, Dean of Ministerial Formation, and Director of Resident Field Education
Dr. Kevin Golden is associate professor of Exegetical Theology, dean of Ministerial Formation, and director of Resident Field Education at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. He joined the faculty in 2021. He previously served as pastor of Village Lutheran Church, Ladue, Mo. (2009-21), and as pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, Holts Summit, Mo. (2002-09). Golden earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Concordia Seminary (2010, 1999). In 1995, Golden received a Bachelor of Arts in antiquities and religious studies, graduating summa cum laude in the Honors College at Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo.

Dr. Joey-Lynn Bialkowski
Adjunct Professor, Batterman School of Business, Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, Wi.
Dr. Joey-Lynn Bialkowski-Peterson, founder & CEO of The Leadership Studio and a leadership and organizational development consultant who partners with Fortune 100–500 organizations to design and scale high-impact leadership strategies. A certified executive coach and former higher education executive, Dr. Bialkowski-Peterson brings nearly two decades of experience across corporate, academic and workforce ecosystems. She is known for translating leadership theory into practical, results-driven application—helping organizations strengthen leadership pipelines, elevate performance and align talent with business outcomes. A former co-founder of an EdTech company and executive director of Career Engagement & Industry Relations, her work is grounded in the belief that self-leadership is the foundation of effective leadership and a true competitive advantage when scaled.

Schedule

DAY
TIME

Monday, Aug. 31
8-9:25 a.m.10:25-11:50 a.m.1-4 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 1
8-9:25 a.m.10:25-11:50 a.m.1-2:30 p.m.

Registration fee: $100
Registration deadline: Aug. 17, 2026
Location contact: Erika Petsch

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Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18)
2026-09-06
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18)

FIRST READING
Ezek. 33:7–9

PSALM
Ps. 32:1–7

EPISTLE
Rom. 13:1–10

GOSPEL
Matt. 18:1–20

Color

Labor Day – no classes
2026-09-07

Patriot Day
2026-09-11

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19)
2026-09-13
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19)

FIRST READING
Gen. 50:15–21

PSALM
Ps. 103:1–12

EPISTLE
Rom. 14:1–12

GOSPEL
Matt. 18:21–35

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Holy Cross Day
2026-09-14

Fall Semester classes begin for SMP program
2026-09-14

Ludwig and Lizette Fincke Endowment Fund application deadline
2026-09-15

Fall Semester classes begin for ODS program
2026-09-15

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20)
2026-09-20
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20)

FIRST READING
Is. 55:6–9

PSALM
Ps. 27:1–9

EPISTLE
Phil. 1:12–14, 19–30

GOSPEL
Matt. 20:1–16

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St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
2026-09-21

Fall begins
2026-09-22

Theological Symposium
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-23 | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
I Will Uphold You…With My Righteous Right Hand (Is. 41:10)
Ministry in Mental Health
Explore how the Church can reclaim its voice and its proper role of caring for souls struggling with mental health issues. How does our theology contribute to the care of souls and how can the church better embrace the care of people suffering from mental health afflictions today?

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Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21)
2026-09-27
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21)

FIRST READING
Ezek. 18:1–4, 25–32

PSALM
Ps. 25:1–10

EPISTLE
Phil. 2:1–4 (5–13) 14–18

GOSPEL
Matt. 21:23–27 (28–32)

Color

St. Michael and All Angels
2026-09-29
St. Michael and All Angels

FIRST READING
Dan. 10:10–14; 12:1–3

PSALM
Ps. 91

EPISTLE
Rev. 12:7–12

GOSPEL
Matt. 18:1–11 orLuke 10:17–20

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Prof Insights: Faculty-Led Workshop: Professors Thompson and Schave in St. Louis, MO
2026-09-29 - 2026-09-30 | Hasse Library – Library 112, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Leading with Confidence in Congregations: Principles of Faithful Financial Management
This session provides a practical, plain-language overview of financial leadership for pastors and congregational leaders in managing God’s resources for His mission. It will address topics like budgeting principles and financial statements and engage a Practical Theological Framework. Designed for participants without formal financial training, the session focuses on understanding what the numbers mean, identifying trends and risks and using financial information to support informed strategic conversations and leadership in ministry.

Dr. Mart Thompson
Associate Professor of Practical Theology, and Director of Specific Ministry Pastor Program
Dr. W. Mart Thompson is associate professor of Practical Theology and director of Specific Ministry Program (SMP) at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. As an associate professor, Thompson’s areas of experience and expertise include pastoral theology, catechesis, new member incorporation, small group spiritual care, and youth and family discipleship. As director of the SMP program, he oversees all aspects of this ministry formation program at Concordia Seminary and provides synod-wide support to The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) leaders in the application of the program.

Deaconess Dr. Kim Schave
Director of Graduate Programs, Assistant Professor of Accounting, Batterman School of Business, Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, Wi.
Dr. Kim Schave is a certified public accountant who has also served as a nonprofit leader and Lutheran Deaconess. She has more than 20 years of experience teaching college accounting and business courses. She brings extensive expertise in management, finance and accounting, development, grant writing and volunteer leadership, with professional experience spanning for-profit and nonprofit organizations as well as higher education. Dr. Schave also served as a military police officer in the Ohio Army National Guard. She holds a Ph.D. in organizational leadership (business management concentration) from Eastern University, a master’s in Theology with Deaconess certification from Concordia Theological Seminary, a certificate in Business Management for Nonprofit Leaders from Washington University, and a BBA in accounting from the University of Cincinnati.

Schedule

DAY
TIME

Tuesday, Sept. 29
8-9:25 a.m.10:25-11:50 a.m.1-4 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 30
8-9:25 a.m.10:25-11:50 a.m.1-2:30 p.m.

Registration fee: $100
Registration deadline: Sept. 15, 2026
Location contact: Erika Petsch

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Give Green and Gold Day
2026-09-30
Mark your calendars for Sept. 30 and help make the ninth annual Give Green and Gold Day a success. This one-day of giving is aimed at supporting the mission of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.
Unrestricted gifts donated through this special campaign will be used where needed most in support of the Seminary’s mission.
Early giving begins Sept. 1, 2026.

Lay Bible Institute
2026-10-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Sieck Hall 202, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
How To Raise Children to Remain Christians for Life? – Essential Guidance for Family Discipleship
Join Dr. Mart Thompson, professor of Practical Theology and director of the Specific Ministry Program (SMP), and his wife, Cheryl, for a workshop on “How to Raise Children to Remain Christians for Life? – Essential Guidance for Family Discipleship.” This session will share simple, natural ways parents can disciple their children at home and encourage and empower them to actively raise children who will faithfully follow Christ for life.
Registration coming soon.

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