Mission & Ministry 2026
God's reach and restoration extend to the farthest ends of our neighborhoods, our communities, and the earth. This promise is fulfilled in Christ, whose light has dawned on the world. As you reflect Christ’s light ...
Of Good Comfort
“Depression is a silent plague in postmodern culture, and is rapidly taking on pandemic proportions…. The World Health Organization reports that it has become the greatest single cause of health disability in the world” (xiii). Dr. Stephen Pietsch, associate ...
Four Branches—January 2026
Jump to: Exegetical Systematic Historical Practical Eschatological Discourse, Part Two: Prophetic Perspective vs. Preterism Jesus’ words in the Eschatological Discourse (ED) are prophetic. At times he seems to be speaking primarily about the end of ...
Winterim Experience in Myrtle Beach
Twelve students spent the week at Amazing Grace in Myrtle Beach, SC, working with Pastor Ben Zahn and Mission Counselor Wayne Uhlhorn. They spent time learning about the history of Amazing Grace, along with some ...
Professor Emeritus James Tiefel Called Home
On January 6, 2026, the day on which many Christians celebrate the Epiphany of our Lord, Professor Emeritus James P. Tiefel was called home to heaven. He was 76. “Blessed are the dead who die ...
Stay Connected with the Seminary—Anywhere You Serve
The Seminary’s online resources make it easy to stay connected, continue learning, and access trusted theological materials—no matter where ministry takes you. Through Grow in Grace, pastors can register for courses and participate in online ...
Mission and Ministry 2026
God's reach and restoration extend to the farthest ends of our neighborhoods, our communities, and the earth. This promise is fulfilled in Christ, whose light has dawned on the world. As you reflect Christ’s light ...
Winterim 2026
Seventeen pastors and one staff minister enjoyed a week of Grow in Grace courses on campus, January 5–9, 2026. The topics studied include the following: The Pastor and Bioethics, The Preacher and Romans 9–16, Difficult ...
Celebration of Ministry 2026: This is Your Year!
Pastors and wives of the WLS classes 1991, 2001, 2016, and 2023 are invited to register now for their Celebration of Ministry retreat. Pastors who were originally part of the anniversary classes but who graduated ...