Since 1863 the seminary has existed to prepare pastors for the world-wide gospel ministry of WELS. In recent years, our purpose has expanded. Today, our stated purpose includes providing opportunities for continuing education (CE) to pastors and other called workers in our fellowship.
President Paul Wendland introduced Professor Emeritus John C. Jeske at an event commemorating the publication of Jeske’s new book Treasures Old and New. Students, faculty, family, and friends gathered in the dormitory commons for a book signing co-hosted by Northwestern Publishing House.
According to recent estimates, the population of the U.S. is at just under 308 million. Of these, about 5 million people – or 1.7% – are adoptees. Of children aged 18 and under, approximately 2.5% have been adopted. A lot of love and mutual blessings result from these adoptions.
Justin Dauck hasn’t graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary yet, but he is already preaching and teaching among God’s people. After serving his vicar year at Open Bible Lutheran Church in Whiteriver, AZ, Justin didn’t return to the seminary for his senior year like most of his classmates. Instead, he accepted an emergency call to assist Missionary Dan Myers with the work in Cameroon. He shared his experiences in a recent letter.
