The Lay School of Ministry
The Lay School of Ministry is an educational
ministry of the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin (ELCA), which assists lay people to
a deeper Christian identity and participation in the mission of the whole
church.
The curriculum and educational objectives of the
Lay School of Ministry emphasize the baptismal vocation of all Christians.
Courses are designed to help students develop a deeper understandingof the Bible
and Lutheran Theology.
Most students enter LSM with a history of active
ministry in their own congregations and communities. These ministries include,
but are not limited to: teaching, preaching, serving as worship leaders,
administrators, catechists, music directors, assisting litugically, visiting and
striving for social justice.
LSM's mission is to provide students with
opportunities to reflect on their past and presentministries, while engaging in
theological studies with peers and with encouragement and guidance from a
faculty consisting of seminary professors and members of the clergy and lay
staff of congregations.
LSM is not designed to provide students with
training or endorsement for specific ministeries. Those seeking such training
are encouraged to contact the Synod office for information and guidance.
Participants who have completed the basic course
of study are encouraged to make a personal commitment for continuing education
when offered by the LSM or through the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin.
Service offered by current and past participants
of the Lay School of Ministry should always be performed as a part of the
Church's one holy ministry offered by a community of baptised servants who are
instruments of service to Christ's calling.
The Synod will recognize milestones in a LSM
participant's education using the "Rite of Affirmation of Baptism."
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