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| "I already closed one LCMS college. I'm a pro!" [Just joking.] |
'Things we want to get done:' CLU interim president readies for fundamental changes
Board Chair Ann Boynton said CLU's regents were drawn to Nunes' pastoral reputation and "incredibly broad" experience — including tenures as president and CEO of the nonprofit Lutheran World Relief and president of Concordia College in New York until its closure in 2021.
The Bronxville, New York campus was one of four in the Lutheran Concordia College system to close in the space of eight years. Nunes told Inside Higher Ed at the time of the closure's announcement in January 2021 that the decision was preemptive, avoiding both a "precipitous close" or a "long, lingering threadbare existence."
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| ELCA seminaries once were plums. Now they are prunes turning into raisins. LSTC is now renting one floor of a Catholic building. |
"In an era marked by a rapidly changing religious landscape, mainline seminaries are evolving to prepare future church leaders for new challenges and opportunities. In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Presidents of McCormick Theological Seminary, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC), and the Catholic Theological Union are pioneering a transformative approach to theological education.
President James Nieman of LSTC, alongside his counterparts, has been featured on the show “Sanctuary,” where they discuss this innovative partnership and its implications for the future of theological education. This episode highlights the collaborative efforts of these three Chicago seminaries to adapt their curricula and programs to better serve their communities and fulfill God’s mission.
During the show, President Nieman emphasized the role of technological innovation in shaping the future of seminary education. He alluded to LSTC’s new initiative, Project Starling, as a key example of how the seminary is planning to leverage technology to enhance learning experiences and accessibility. Project Starling aims to integrate advanced technological tools and online learning platforms to support a more flexible and inclusive educational environment for theological students.
President Nieman’s insights on the evolving role of seminaries in today’s society provide a unique perspective on how these institutions are preparing the next generation of faith leaders. The conversation underscores the importance of unity and cooperation among diverse theological traditions to address common challenges and seize new opportunities (sic).To watch the full discussion, visit this link."
Who's sorry now?
LSTC merged six seminaries - plus McCormick - but they were so broke they had to sell to the U. of Chicago and waddle over to the Catholic Theological Union, yet another merger of angel factories.
