Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines

Spring Newsletter 2026: Sent Forth into God’s Service

Our Spring Newsletter is the joyful annual occasion to celebrate the sending forth of our students and graduates into church service. On Saturday, 23 May 2026, we conferred three master's degrees, placed four vicars, and announced the first call for one pastoral graduate. The newsletter also gives insight into a vicar's year, pictures one student's study abroad experience, and tips our hand on upcoming 50th anniversary celebrations....

Spring Newsletter 2026: Sent Forth into God’s Service Our Spring Newsletter is the joyful annual occasion to celebrate the sending forth of our students and graduates into church service. On Saturday, 23 May 2026, we conferred three master’s deg…

Placements 2026

At the Call Service of Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines, held at Christ Lutheran Church on Saturday, 23 May 2026, the following placements were announced. More news and photos will follow later. Pastoral Candidate Placements Albert Ho (CLTS) Grace Lutheran Church, West Lorne, ONOur Saviour Lutheran Church, London, ONRedeemer Lutheran Church, St. Thomas, ON Lester Trey Doak (CLTS, 2023)...

Placements 2026 At the Call Service of Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Catharines, held at Christ Lutheran Church on Saturday, 23 May 2026, the following placements were announced. More news and photo…

Registration Now Open for Our 50th Anniversary Celebration Conference

Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) has announced the celebration of its 50th anniversary during the 2026-2027 academic year. Marking a half-century of theological education and service to the Church, the seminary will host a series of events centred on the theme “Forming the Future”. Registration is now open for the highlight event of the anniversary year. Taking place 19-21 October 2026…...

Registration Now Open for Our 50th Anniversary Celebration Conference Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) has announced the celebration of its 50th anniversary during the 2026-2027 academic year. Marking a half-century of theological education and service …

Solar Power Ignites Theological Education In Haiti

Pastor Dieudonné rejoices over the new solar power system Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) is pleased to announce a collaborative initiative with the Haiti Lutheran Mission Society (HLMS) to equip Pastor Willie Dieudonné with a sustainable solar power system for his home and ministry in Haiti. The installation has proven to be a milestone for Pastor Dieudonné, who is currently pursuing a Master of Theological Studies (MTS)....

Solar Power Ignites Theological Education In Haiti Pastor Dieudonné rejoices over the new solar power system Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) is pleased to announce a collaborative initiative with the Haiti Lutheran Mission Society (H…

Register Now for the World Famous CLTS Golf Tournament

The greens are calling and they are inviting you to sign up for the CLTS Golf Tournament at the beautiful Conestoga Golf and Country Club. This is a wonderful way to enjoy Christian friendship while supporting the mission of theological education. To help you plan your experience, please take note of the following upcoming deadlines and event details. 🏌️ Event Details & Registration…...

Register Now for the World Famous CLTS Golf Tournament The greens are calling and they are inviting you to sign up for the CLTS Golf Tournament at the beautiful Conestoga Golf and Country Club. This is a wonderful way to enjoy Christian friendship whi…

Gathering for Guild Day 2026

Augustine Aylin in the pulpit. Augustine Aylin, a second-year pastoral student, couldn't have been more clear in his sermon to the St. Catharines Concordia Lutheran Seminary Guild supporters gathered in Martin Luther Chapel on Guild Day: The support the Seminary Guild provides us, makes it possible for men to be trained up for the ministry of the Word where it would otherwise be impossible....

Gathering for Guild Day 2026 Augustine Aylin in the pulpit. Augustine Aylin, a second-year pastoral student, couldn’t have been more clear in his sermon to the St. Catharines Concordia Lutheran Seminary Guild supporters …

Join Us for Sacred Convocation 2026

CLTS Sacred Convocation 2025 The seminary’s annual Sacred Convocation will take place at Christ Lutheran Church, 140 Russell Ave, St. Catharines, on Saturday, 23 May 2026, 3.00pm. We invite members of LCC, and especially friends and family of the students and award recipients, to attend this festive event. Albert Ho will receive the Master of Divinity degree, certification for ordination, and announcement of his congregational placement....

Join Us for Sacred Convocation 2026 CLTS Sacred Convocation 2025 The seminary’s annual Sacred Convocation will take place at Christ Lutheran Church, 140 Russell Ave, St. Catharines, on Saturday, 23 May 2026, 3.00pm. We invite members…

Easter Blessings: In Our 50th Year

At Easter, we once again rejoice in the new life God shares with us through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. For fifty years, Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary has served our mission in forming pastors and equipping the Church through the faithful teaching of the Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions. This coming October, we mark our 50th anniversary with a special conference, held in partnership with the East Region (LCC) and the Eastern District (LCMS), reflecting on the theme: "Respectful Theological Dialogue in the Digital Age"....

Easter Blessings: In Our 50th Year At Easter, we once again rejoice in the new life God shares with us through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. For fifty years, Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary has served our mission in form…

Bridging Borders: CLTS Sends First Exchange Student to St. Louis

Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS), St. Catharines, is celebrating a milestone in its partnership with the seminaries of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Andrew Hayes has become the first student to participate in a six-month exchange program at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (CSL). This initiative provides students the unique opportunity to experience seminary life and pastoral formation within a different cultural context while remaining grounded in a shared Lutheran confession....

Bridging Borders: CLTS Sends First Exchange Student to St. Louis Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS), St. Catharines, is celebrating a milestone in its partnership with the seminaries of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Andrew Hayes has become the …

Sermon: St Joseph, Guardian of Jesus

The following sermon was preached by Dr Thomas Winger in the seminary's Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service on the festival of St Joseph, Guardian of Jesus, 19 March 2026. Matt. 2:13–23 Dear brothers and sisters of our Lord Jesus Christ: To become a father is an extraordinary thing. My wife used to say she had carried our baby for nine months and now it was my turn—I think she figured nine…...

Sermon: St Joseph, Guardian of Jesus The following sermon was preached by Dr Thomas Winger in the seminary’s Martin Luther Chapel for the divine service on the festival of St Joseph, Guardian of Jesus, 19 March 2026. Matt. 2:13–…