Worldwide Theological Education of Ordained Indigenous Pastors in Partner & Emerging Partner Churches

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“Only when the hearts and minds of men have a common dogma can true unity be found.” — Martin Luther

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Across the globe, thousands of faithful Lutheran pastors serve under difficult and often dangerous conditions — isolated, undertrained, and under-resourced. In partnership with LCMS World Missions and national church bodies, Luther Academy provides confessional theological education to ordained indigenous pastors in both partner and emerging partner churches.

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Our Mission
To equip our brother pastors to stand firm in their confessional Lutheran identity, faithfully proclaim Christ in the midst of suffering, and grow in capacity as spiritual leaders — especially during times of great trial and opportunity.

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The Reality They Face
• Limited or no access to formal theological education
• Geographic isolation from other clergy and resources
• Severe poverty and economic hardship
• Persecution from militant religious groups in hostile regions
• A deep hunger for faithful instruction rooted in Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions

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What Luther Academy Provides
Luther Academy conferences are led by experienced Lutheran theologians and tailored to the specific needs of each region. These are not generic training sessions — they are deeply contextual, doctrinally rich, and pastorally practical.

Costs vary depending on local circumstances and the ability of pastors to contribute, but your support bridges that gap.

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Why Your Support Matters
Your prayers and financial gifts make it possible to bring biblical, confessional, and life-giving teaching to pastors who would otherwise go without. When you support Luther Academy, you are strengthening the church where it's growing fastest — and often suffering most.

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Join us in this critical work. The harvest is plentiful. Help us train the laborers.