Choral Evening Prayer for Easter
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Chapel of St. Timothy & St. Titus, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Choral Evening Prayer for Easter
Featuring the Seminary Chamber Choir, Laudamus, St. Louis Lutheran Chorale, Concordia Seminary Children’s Choir, Concordia Seminary Youth Choir and instrumentalists

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Sixth Sunday of Easter
2026-05-10
Sixth Sunday of Easter

FIRST READING
Acts 17:16–31

PSALM
Ps. 66:8–20

EPISTLE
1 Peter 3:13–22

GOSPEL
John 14:15–21

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Bethesda Lutheran Disability Ministries Scholarship application deadline
2026-05-08

Give STL Day
2026-05-07 | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Local and nationwide supporters of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis have a special opportunity to help further the Seminary’s vital mission of preparing the church’s future church workers during the annual Give STL Day event May 7, 2026.
Give STL Day is an online giving event organized by the St. Louis Community Foundation for the benefit of nonprofits headquartered in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Early giving begins April 22, 2026.

2026 Multi Asian Gathering
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-07 | Loeber II, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105
The Multi Asian Inter-ethnic Network is a mission movement of Asian leaders (clergy and laity) to celebrate our unity and uniqueness in mission and ministry in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS).
The purpose of the Multi Asian Gathering is to bring together Asian leaders from diverse Asian backgrounds, ethnicities and cultures in order to address common mission and ministry topics we face such as next-generation ministry, leadership development, theological education, church planting, discipleship, colloquy programs and cross-cultural missions. We desire to network and form meaningful relationships with all cultures and expand our interaction with LCMS leaders and entities.

Registration
Those interested in participating in the Multi Asian Gathering must register for the Multiethnic Symposium.

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Schedule
Wednesday May 6, 2026

TIME
EVENT

2-2:30 p.m.
Open Fellowship Hour
Participant Meet and Greet Activity
Greetings from partners and supporters

2:30-3:30 p.m.
Welcome and Opening Presentations
Multi Asian Gathering, Past, Present, and Future
– Dr. Terrence Chan, Pastor, Christ for All Nations Church, San Francisco, Calif.
Opening devotion
– Rev. Vue Lee

3:30-4:30 p.m.
Session No. 1 – Syncretism
– Rev. Richard Her, Pastor, Hmong Lutheran Church, St. Paul, Minn.

4:30-5:30 p.m.
Session No. 2 – Multi-generational
– Rev. Paul Korabandi, Church Planter and Pastor, Ignite Lutheran Church, Spring, Texas

5:30-6 p.m.
Travel/Carpool to Light of Christ Chinese Mission at Immanuel Lutheran Church
– 9733 Olive Blvd, Olivette, Mo.

6:00 p.m.
Celebration banquet and program
– Light of Christ Chinese Mission at Immanuel Lutheran Church

Thursday May 7, 2026

TIME
EVENT

8-8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast

8:30-9 a.m.
Opening Devotion
– Rev. Richard Her

9-10:30 a.m.
Session No. 3 – Healthy Youth Ministry
– Rev. Mark Kiessling, Director of LCMS Youth Ministry
– Julianna Shults, Program Manager for LCMS Youth Ministry

10:30-11 a.m.
Session No. 4 – A Cultural Perspective: FLAME – Philippine Ministry
– Rev. James Cerdenola, Pastor, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atascadero, Calif.
– Rev. Abel Villos, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Yonkers, N.Y.

11 a.m.-noon
Session No. 5 – Men’s Ministry
– Rev. Steve Law, Pastor, Wollaston Lutheran Church, Quincy, Mass.

Noon-12:30 p.m.
Lunch

12:30-2 p.m.
Session No. 6 – Leadership
– Dr. Joel Okamoto, Professor of Systematic Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis

2-2:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks

2:30 p.m.
Depart

CUW/CSL Partnership Course
2026-05-05 16:00 - 17:15, 2026-04-28 16:00 - 17:15, 2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:15 | Online
Who Am I? A Christian Response to LGBTQ+
This Continuing Education series brings together three respected scholars and practitioners who have taught and researched extensively in the area of gender and human identity. Through clear, accessible presentations, they will explore gender identity, gender dysphoria, transgender experiences, homosexuality, and related challenges facing the Church today. Grounded in a biblical and confessional understanding of creation, identity, and vocation, the series equips attendees with practical insight and compassionate approaches for engaging and caring for individuals who are questioning their gender identity or who have already transitioned.
The course will be taught via Zoom from 4-5:15 p.m. (CT) Tuesdays, April 14 through May 19, 2026. Participants are required to log in and participate in live online sessions at specified meeting days/times. Offering has fixed start and end dates and regular assignment due dates.
Ms. Caitlin Dinger
MDiv, Theology, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, Berkeley, CA
BA, Education, Theology, Concordia University Portland, OR
Dr. Mark Rockenbach
PhD, Psychology, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
MA, Counseling, Doane College, Lincoln, NE
MDiv, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO
BA, Concordia College, Seward, NE
Rev. Dr. Kevin E. Voss, DVM, PhD, FCA
PhD, Health Care Ethics, Saint Louis University
MDiv, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis

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Multiethnic Symposium
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-06 | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
United in Praise: Celebrating God’s Love and Faithfulness Across All Nations
In Ps. 117:1, the church is called to praise the Lord — all nations together. The praise of the multiethnic church becomes a powerful witness to the rich tapestry of peoples who together glorify Him. This praise highlights the unity of faith and confession shared by believers from every culture, grounded in the unwavering love and faithfulness of God. Through expressions of praise in music, dance and art, the 2026 Multiethnic Symposium will explore how the church is equipped to bear witness to God’s love and faithfulness across all nations. “Praise the Lord, all nations!” (Ps. 117:1 ESV).

Lutheran Society for Missiology Banquet
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Koburg Dining Hall, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105
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Fifth Sunday of Easter
2026-05-03
Fifth Sunday of Easter

FIRST READING
Acts 6:1–9; 7:2a, 51–60

PSALM
Ps. 146

EPISTLE
1 Peter 2:2–10

GOSPEL
John 14:1–14

Color

Seminary Guild Luncheon
2026-05-01 11:30 - 13:30 | Koburg Dining Hall, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105
The Concordia Seminary Guild is an organization of individuals, women’s organizations and congregations dedicated to providing support to the Concordia Seminary community, its students and their families, and staff.
Program:
Luther Tower and the Carillon Bells will begin ringing shortly before noon.
Discussion of carillonneur accomplishments and future goals
John Klinger, Chief Information Officer

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Florida-Georgia District LWML Scholarship application deadline
2026-05-01

Nebraska South District LWML Scholarship application deadline
2026-05-01

Biermann Memorial Scholarship application deadline
2026-04-30

Call Day
2026-04-28 | Chapel of St. Timothy & St. Titus, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Assignment of Vicarages and Deaconess Internships 3 p.m. (CDT)
Assignment of Calls 7 p.m. (CDT)
Call Day, an annual event, is the day when concluding students receive their first pastoral or diaconal ministry placements, and second-year students receive their vicarage or deaconess internship assignments. All calls and assignments for service are to churches or ministries within The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS).
Join us in-person in the chapel, via livestream, Facebook or YouTube.

100th Anniversary
2026-04-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Chapel of St. Timothy & St. Titus, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
Service of Vespers
Celebrate 100 years of Concordia Seminary’s Clayton campus
Concordia Seminary is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Clayton, Mo., campus with a special service under the theme “Christ the Living Stone – a lasting legacy, a firm future.” Dr. David Peter, dean of faculty and professor of Practical Theology, will preach. Join us at this special centennial celebration service and in giving thanks to God for His continual blessings as the Seminary carries out it mission to prepare the church’s future pastors, missionaries and deaconesses.
Reception to follow on Chapel Plaza.

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Fourth Sunday of Easter
2026-04-26
Fourth Sunday of Easter

FIRST READING
Acts 2:42–47

PSALM
Ps. 23

EPISTLE
1 Peter 2:19–25

GOSPEL
John 10:1–10

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Called to Serve - Chattanooga, TN
2026-04-25 11:30 - 13:00 | First Lutheran Church (Chattanooga, TN), 2800 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga, TN, 37404, United States
We invite you to join Kurtis Hankemeier, second-year student recruitment ambassador, for a presentation on the doctrine of vocation and an update on enrollment at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.
Who should attend?

Those exploring or interested in pursuing pastoral ministry
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) clergy and laity interested in helping recruit the next generation of church workers

There is no cost to attend this event, but space is limited.

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St. Mark, Evangelist
2026-04-25

American Legion – Commander’s Scholarship application deadline
2026-04-20

Third Sunday of Easter
2026-04-19
Third Sunday of Easter

FIRST READING
Acts 2:14a, 36–41

PSALM
Ps. 116:1–14

EPISTLE
1 Peter 1:17–25

GOSPEL
Luke 24:13–35

Color

Missouri District LWML Scholarship application deadline
2026-04-15

Gil and Blondie Vogt Scholarship application deadline
2026-04-15

CUW/CSL Partnership Course
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:15 | Online
Who Am I? A Christian Response to LGBTQ+
What does it look like for the church to compassionately respond to LGBTQ? Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (CSL) in partnership with Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, Wisc. (CUW) will offer a new online continuing education course to address this question, “Who Am I? A Christian Response to LGBTQ+.” The course will cover gender identity, gender dysphoria, transgender experiences, homosexuality and related challenges facing the church today.
The course will be taught via Zoom from 4-5:15 p.m. (CT) Tuesdays, April 14 through May 19, 2026. Participants are required to log in and participate in live online sessions at specified meeting days/times. Offering has fixed start and end dates and regular assignment due dates.

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Vocatio: Retreat
2026-04-12 - 2026-04-14 | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States
This three-day retreat held in the spring and fall for college students and second-career men and women offers an opportunity to learn more about the preparation that leads to service as a pastor, deaconess, missionary or chaplain. Registration is free and includes lodging and meals.

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Second Sunday of Easter
2026-04-12
Second Sunday of Easter

FIRST READING
Acts 5:29–42

PSALM
Ps. 148

EPISTLE
1 Peter 1:3–9

GOSPEL
John 20:19–31

Color

Seminary Guild Board Meeting
2026-04-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Hasse Library – Library 112, 801 Seminary Place, St. Louis, MO, 63105, United States

The Resurrection of Our Lord
2026-04-05
The Resurrection of Our Lord (Easter Sunrise)

FIRST READING
Ex. 14:10–15:1

PSALM
Ps. 118:15–29 or The Song of Moses and Israel

EPISTLE
1 Cor. 15:1–11

GOSPEL
John 20:1–18

The Resurrection of Our Lord (Easter Day)

FIRST READING
Acts 10:34–43 or or Jer. 31:1–6

PSALM
Ps. 16

EPISTLE
Col. 3:1–4

GOSPEL
Matt. 28:1–10

Color

Good Friday
2026-04-03
Good Friday

FIRST READING
Is. 52:13—53:12

PSALM
Ps. 22 or Ps. 31

EPISTLE
Heb. 4:14–16; 5:7–9

GOSPEL
John 18:1—19:42 or John 19:17–30

Color
