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| The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago prepares women and men to proclaim the good news of God’s love in Jesus Christ to all people. | |||||
| On September 4, 1962, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago was formed when Augustana Theological Seminary, Grand View Seminary, Chicago Lutheran Theological Seminary and Suomi Theological Seminary merged. The formation of LSTC was a result of the merger of the American Evangelical Lutheran Church, Augustana Lutheran Church, Finnish Evangelical Lutheran Church of America – Suomi Synod, and United Lutheran Church in America to establish the Lutheran Church in America (LCA.) |
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| A seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, LSTC is marked by five essential commitments: urban, ecumenical, university-related, global, and multicultural. These marks summarize the characteristics and commitments of the school as it prepares leaders for the church. | |||||
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The Augustana Chapel at LSTC, dedicated in May 2003, is the most recent evidence of the vibrancy of the Augustana tradition at LSTC and its support of the mission of the seminary. LSTC’s global mark, its commitment to preparing leaders for the whole church, a heart for social justice and lively daily worship are other ways the Augustana tradition continues here. | ||||
| The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is within walking distance of Lake Michigan and is located near the University of Chicago on the city’s south side. Students have access to the resources of the ten seminaries of the Association of Chicago Theological Schools and the University of Chicago School of Social Work and School of Divinity. In 2003, McCormick Theological Seminary (Presbyterian Church USA) moved into its new administration building, ushering in a new era for both seminaries as they move into a closer collaboration as a result of the Lutheran-Reformed agreement forged in the late 1990s. |
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| JKM Library, jointly operated on campus by LSTC and McCormick, holds a collection of more than 450,000 items and over 900 domestic and foreign periodicals, making it one of the largest theological collections in the United States. | |||||
| LSTC’s approximately 350 students are enrolled in one of five degree programs offered: Master of Arts, Master of Divinity, Master of Theology, Doctor of Ministry, or Doctor of Philosophy. A number of students complete a dual-degree program with the University of Chicago to receive a Master of Arts and Social Work or a Master of Divinity and Social Work. | |||||
| For additional information about the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, please visit www.lstc.edu or call 800-635-1116. | |||||
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