Commencement Service Call Service May 18, 2013
MARTIN LUTHER COLLEGE
MARTIN LUTHER COLLEGE, New Ulm, Minnesota
To the glory of God and for the good of his Church! Dear sisters and brothers in our risen Lord Jesus! Welcome to Commencement at Martin Luther College. As at other colleges, you will see graduates and gowns, faculties and flowers, diplomas and dignitaries. But look more closely at these graduates, and you will see the glory of God on display! As we worship today, each graduate confesses, I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Each believe, We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. Each recognizes that a diploma brings the Lord glory,Jor it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. Each has been touched by the Spirit with a desire to serve. Whether they receive an assignment today, continue their training at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, teach overseas, enter a different vocation or college, or prayerfully wait on the Lord, they see their lives as , opportunities to share the good news they've been given, as Christ says: You are my witnesses. These graduates are gifts of God to his people, and he will certainly use them and the training they have received for the good of his Church. Thank you for the prayers and encouragement you have offered to our graduates. May our dear Savior Jesus walk with them as they carry the Word to the world. May he walk with all ofus as we live in the light of his grace, to his glory, and for the good of his Church! In our ascended Lord Christ,
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*** Mission of Martin Luther College
The mission of Martin Luther College is to train a corps of Christian witnesses who are qualified to meet the ministry needs of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) and who are competent to proclaim the Word of God faithfully and in accord with the Lutheran Confessions in the Book of Concord. To meet the current ministry needs of the WELS, Martin Luther College • Prepares men for pastoral training at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary; • Prepares men and women for service as teachers and staff ministers in the synod 's churches, schools, and other institutions; • Prepares men and women for other church ministries, both full and part-time, responding to the needs of the WELS; • Prepares international students for ministry in partnership with WELS mission fields; and • Provides programs of continuing education that meet the ministerial needs of the WELS.
To the glory of God and for the good of his Church Explanation of attire Welcome to the 2013 Commencement Service at Martin Luther College. You will see graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree, others with a Bachelor of Arts degree, and still others with a Master of Science in Education degree. This year, though not all are able to be present today, eleven individuals have completed the MLC masters program and comprise its sixth graduating class. Academic apparel worn by faculty and graduates in any college setting has its origins in the Middle Ages. Because most universities grew out of church schools, both faculty and students wore clothing that was based upon monastic dress and that reflected the need for warmth in the unheated stone colleges. Wearing of such apparel is an adiaphoron, something neither commanded nor forbidden by our Lord in his Word. In Christian freedom we can choose to follow such academic traditions or not. In this 2013 Commencement, the MLC faculties will visibly demonstrate that freedom: Our graduate faculty has chosen to wear academic apparel, and our undergraduate faculty has chosen not to. By a miracle of the Holy Spirit, professors in both faculties have humbly submitted their lives and their educational achievements to Christ for the advancement of his kingdom. Although they no doubt could gamer more reputation and remuneration in public settings, they have given their time and talents to train students at MLC for gospel service, to the glory of God and for the good of his Church. They have servant hearts. Though 90 percent of them have advanced degrees, the undergraduate faculty wears normal attire to emphasize that we train students not just for academic achievement but for ministry. The graduate faculty wears apparel that emphasizes lifelong learning, done to God's glory and in submission to the gospel we proclaim. For our baccalaureate graduates, the color of the tassel indicates the field of study: light blue indicates a Bachelor of Science in Education; red and black indicates a Bachelor of Arts degree. The hood is worn by our master's graduates. The colors indicate the area of study and the colors of MLC. The graduate faculty wears apparel with colors that indicate not only area of study but also the degree-granting institution. God has given these gifts to us, to his glory and for the good of the church. SDG
MLC Faculty Undergraduate Balge, Daniel N. Bases, Paul A. Bauer, David T. Boeder, John C. Cox, Rebecca L. Czer, Lawrence J. Danell, James C. Diets, Joyce A. Diersen, Gregory T. Dose, Brian L. Fredrich, Joel D. Gosdeck, David M. Gronholz, John H. Grubbs, Paul J. Grunwald, James R. Haar, Susan G. Hartzell , Jonathan L. Heidtke , Earl R. Hunter, Thomas N. Klindworth, Robert F. Klockziem, Roger C. Koelpin , Paul E. Lange, Douglas F. Lange, Lyle W. Lenz, Mark J. Leopold , Barbara L. Loomis , Cheryl A. Lotito, Lawrence W. Melendy, Carla E. Meyer, John E. Moldenhauer, Kermit G. Nass, Thomas P. Nolte, John P. Ohm, Ronald C. Olson, Lawrence 0 . Paustian, Mark A. Pekrul, William A. Pope, James F.
Potratz, Robert C. Roux, Jonathan A. Rupnow, Kenneth C. Schmidt, John H. Schone, Jeffrey L. Schroeder, David W. Sellnow, David D. Spurgin, Alan M. Stein, Mark A. Stelljes, Ross A. Tacke, Mark W. Tess, Paul A. Thiesfeldt, Steven R. Unke, James M. Unke, Lori L. Wagner, Wayne L. Wendler, David 0 . Wessel, Keith C. Whaley, Cynthia E. Wiechman, Jeffery P. Wittmershaus, Kurt A. Wurster, Miles B. Zarling, Mark G. Tutors Enderle, Jason A. Westendorf, Daniel J. Admissions Counselors Gawrisch, Daniel P. Koepke , Michael W. Adjunct Balge, Bethel A. Boeder, Bethel J. Haugen , Jennifer E. Martens, Judith L. Micheel , John H. Nolte, Brent J.
Nolte, Lanita M. Ohm, Carlotta L. Rathje, James A. Schubkegel, Joyce C. Shilling, Ronald L. Thiesfeldt, Jeneane M. Vogel, Marianne E. Wiechman, Elizabeth J. Wurster, Kathryn M. Zhang, Tingting Graduate Abrego, Michelle A. Angell, Carol A. Boehlke, Paul R. Dufore, Joseph D. Gostchock, Scott A. Grunwald, James R. Gulczynski, Dennis F. Hanneman, Daryl B. Heiden, Delores E. Juern, John F. Klindworth, Robert F. Kolander, John D. Kremer, Kenneth J. Melendy, Carla E. Menk, Rolland R. Meyer, John E. Olson, Lawrence 0 . Pfeifer, Carrie F. Pfeifer, Gene R. Plath, LeDell D. Potratz, Gail M. Spurgin, Alan M. Tess, Paul A. Wendler, David 0. Whaley, Cynthia E. Wiechman, Jeffery P.
MLC Governing Board Rev. Michael A. Woldt, Chairman Mr. Keith R. Bowe Mr. Jonathan J. Hahm Rev. Jonathan J. Kolander Mr. Dale L. Krause Mr. Stephen D. Loehr Rev. Michael J. Otterstatter Mr. Timothy A. Petermann Mr. Barry V. Price Rev. Duane A. Rodewald
Mr. Steven J. Rosenbaum, Secretary Mr. William E. Steinbrenner Rev. Jeffrey D. Wegner Advisory Rev. Charles F. Degner, MN District President Mr. Randy E. Matter, Board Appointed Advisory Rev. Paul T. Prange, BME Administrator Rev. Mark G. Schroeder, WELS President Rev. Mark G. Zarling, MLC President
Commencement Service 10:00 a.m. Pictures may be taken during the processional, the distribution ofdiplomas, and the recessional. Please remain seated for the processional.
Processional Stand
Leader: In the name of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. (spoken) Leader: This is the day the Lord has made. People: We will rejoice and be glad in it. Leader: Heavenly Father, we praise you as the Giver of every good and perfect gift. Be gracious to us and bless us. People: May your ways be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. Leader: Lord Jesus, you are the Way, the Truth, and the Life. People: Show us your ways, 0 Lord, teach us your paths. Then we will walk in the light of life. Leader: Holy Spirit, you alone know the thoughts of God. Be our Counselor and guide us into all truth. People: Sanctify us through the gospel, that we might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. Be seated
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0 sing to God the Lord, sing to him new songs! 0 sing to God the Lord all the nations. 0 sing to the Lord and bless his holy name now and forever. Declare his glorious, mighty salvation from one day to the next. Declare to all humankind: good and wondrous are his deeds.
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Sermon: Go in the Peace of His Presence! Moses said to the Lord, "You have been telling me, 'Lead these people,' but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. You have said, 'I know you by name and you have found favor with me.' If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you . Reme mber that this nation is your people." The Lord replied, "My Presence will go with you, and l will give you rest." Then Moses said to him, "If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here. How will anyone know that you are pleased with me and with your people unless you go with us? What else will distinguish me and your people from all the other peopl e on the face of the earth?" And the Lord said to Moses, "I will do the very thing you have asked, because I am pleased with you and I know you by name ." (Exodus 33 : 12-17)
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Prayer Leader:
training of ministers Heavenly Father, we thank you for this school of ministry and for those who support the are qualified to serve who with their prayers and gifts. We praise you for giving your Church men and women their course of completed lly in the public ministry. We pray especially for our graduates who have successfu study at this college of ministry.
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from sin, Lord, from your hand we are willing to accept the joys and the sorrows of life. Keep us you. to service comfort us with your Word, and bless our
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ore. Keep them You have promised to be with them. Watch over their lives, both now and foreverm holiness. and faithful to your Word, that they may continue to grow in wisdom, righteousness,
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to fearlessly speak the Bless those who will enter your ministry as teachers and staff ministers with the ability ministry at Wisconsin pastoral the for n preparatio mysteries of your gospel. Give those who will continue their in your members lay as serving be will who those Lutheran Seminary patience and diligence. Provide to serve your training and gifts special their use to ties opportuni congregations or in international fields with kingdom.
Empower all of us to bring honor and glory to your name. Jesus Christ as Gracious Lord, continue to bless Martin Luther College with instructors who recognize s for the public themselve preparing wisdom's highest treasure, and with students who are committed to ministry of your Church.
Faculty and Students:
Help us use our talents and energies in joyful service to you.
Leader:
Lord God, watch over the lives of all your people. Dispel our fears, strengthen us in our weakness, and finally bring us all to everlasting glory through the merits of Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord.
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In his name we pray. Amen.
Benediction Leader:
People:
The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace. Amen. Amen. Amen. (sung)
Announcements
Presentation of the Class of 2013 Recessional
Please remain seated until the graduates and the faculty have recesse d. Following the service you may greet the graduates on the mall.
Presiding Minister
***** Rev. Brian Dose Faculty Secretary
Preacher
Rev. Mark Zarling President
Assisting in the Distribution of Diplomas
Dr. David Wendler Vice-president for Academic Affairs
Organist
Dr. John Nolte Music Division Chair
College Choir Director
Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer Music Division
Wind Symphony Conductor
Prof. Miles Wurster Music Division
Graduation Marshal
Michelle Gartner Event Coordinator
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Bachelor of Arts
Craig N. Birsching Tacoma, WA
Ross S. Chartrand Manassas, VA
Joshua M. Gebert Georgetown , TX
Scott W. Henrich Milwaukee, WI
Philip M. Janisch Plymouth, MN
Samuel M. Jeske Milwaukee, WI
Paul M. Koester West Allis, WI
Jacob A. Jenswold Hortonville , WI
Christian D. Marquardt Racine, WI
Seth M. Meyer Green Bay, WI
John M. Cleven Sun Prairie, WI
Lucas A. Proeber Saginaw, Ml
Samuel R. Crass Watertown, WI
Erik P. Janke Watertown, SD
Timothy J. Leistekow Bend, OR
Geoffrey D. Rue Racine, WI
f Eric T. Fricke Baraboo, WI
Joshua J. Jensen Ixonia, WI
Philip J. Loescher Jackson, WI
Benjamin J. Rusch Jackson, WI
Steven J. Saatkamp Milwaukee, WI
Christopher H. Schallert Cambridge, WI
Peter R. Schlicht Black Creek, WI
Benjamin M. Schone NewUlm,M N
Jacob A. Schram Merrill, WI
John M. Schwartz Watertown, WI
Paul L. Spaude Antigo, WI
Matthew E. Stuebs Appleton, WI
Luke J. Thomford Chesaning, Ml
Douglas R. Van Sice Capac, Ml
Mark J. Voss Williamston, Ml
Austin M. Ziche Belleville, WI
Seminary Certification
Andrew J. Schrimpf Zumbrota, MN
Justin L. Shrum Fresno, CA
Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Early Childhood Education
Katrina M. Bamier Clayton, MI
Maria A. Gines Merritt Island, FL
Maura M. Keese Milwaukee, WI
Sarah A. Krajewski Onalaska, WI
Robin N. Nommensen Waupaca, WI
Alisa M. Retberg Saginaw, Ml
Erika A. Steuck Savage, MN
Alyssa A. Turney Watertown , WI
Alyssa M. Marshall Burlington , WI
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Samantha J. Barber Wayne, Ml
Zachary P. Belter Appleton, WI
Colton D. Berger Jackson, WI
Meghan K. Borree Appleton, WI
Kaleb R. Buch Manitowoc, WI
Amanda L. Burk North Mankato, MN
Thomas A. Carmichael Milwaukee, WI
Melissa A. Christensen New Berlin, WI
Debbie A. Cook Lenexa, KS
Joshua M. Danell New Ulm, MN
Jennifer M. Draeger Marshall, WI
Eric 0. Duve Saginaw, Ml
Evan M. Eisenmann Appleton, WI
Bradley D. Essig Lewiston, MN
Amanda C. Fogle Oakdale, MN
Stephanie C. Grady Morgan Township, OH
Christopher H. Haring Lansing, Ml
Samantha J. Hussman Greenville, WI
Anne M. Jeffery San Diego, CA
Serena M. Jungers Appleton, WI
Jennifer M. Keller Adrian, Ml
Nicole J. Knittel Grove City, OH
Amber M. Krause Watertown, WI
Kyle R. Krause Watertown, WI
Cassandra K. Krug Green Bay, WI
Calista J. Lee Sturtevant, WI
Rebekah L. Leerssen Buffalo, MN
Alexa E. Liermann Manitowoc, WI
Emily R. Marggraf Sussex, WI
Hannah K. Mattek Waukesha, WI
Elaina T. Mercier Sterling, AK
Laura M. Miller Auburn, WA
Kristen M. Nottling Fox Lake, WI
Richard C. Owen III Bay City, MI in Absentia
Sarah R. Pederson Watertown, SD
Erin E. Pennington Clio,MI
Samantha G. Rappuhn Freeland, Ml
Kyle A. Robinson Waukegan, IL
Katherine E. Ross Neenah, WI
Shawn D. Scherer West Salem, WI
Jason D. Schleef Jackson, WI
Abigail A. Schultz Lacrosse, WI
Bryan P. Scriver Kansasville, WI
Rachel M. Sellnow Wyoming, Ml
Alysa A. Shafer Fond du Lac, WI
Andrea E. Shambeau Two Rivers, WI
Alyssa J. Siverly North Mankato, MN
Katherine E. Strommen Greendale, WI
Emily D. Swogger Eureka Springs, AR
Justin T. Wasser Salem, OR
Amanda A. Weinrich West Bend, WI
Rebecca C. Wilkens Saginaw, Ml
Kayla S. Wilkins Altura, MN
Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Secondary Education
Major: K-12 Spanish
Lindsay M. Hahn NewUlm,MN Social Studies
Lauren M. Dunn Minneapolis, MN Spanish
Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Early Childhood Education
Alison J. Kolander Menomonee Falls, WI
Abby C. Mehlberg West Bend, WI
Karla K. Opperman North Branch, MI
Allison N. Snyder Jefferson, WI
Catherine E. St. John Farmington, MI
Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Secondary Education
Christian D. Birsching Tacoma, WA Social Studies
Joseph P. Blum Bonduel, WI Social Studies
Susan E. Decker Eau Claire, WI Communication Arts & Literature
Rebecca E. Flad Winona , MN Communication Arts & Literature
Jessica A. Moore Lake Mills, WI Vocal Music
Benjamin W. Olson New Ulm, MN Physical Education
Zechariah R. Broring Courtland, MN Social Studies
Joseph J. Janke Big Bend, WJ Communication Arts & Literature
Derek J. Rabbers Stevensville, Ml Physics
Emily K. Chandonnet Monroe, Ml Communication Arts & Literature
Claire E. Czaplewski West Bend, WI Instrumental & Vocal Music
Elise M. Lau New Ulm, MN Social Studies
Beth R. Monthie New Milford, CT Communication Arts & Literature
Andrew J. Schoenfeld Lake Mills, WI Physical Education
Jacob L. Steinmetz Watertown , SD Mathematics
Thom as C. Stelter Montello, WI Physical Education
Alyssa M. Stem Kewaskum, WI Spanish
Steven P. Strong Loretto, MN Chemistry
Tyler J. Weinrich Norfolk, NE Vocal Music
Eric M. Wolf NewU lm, MN Social Studies
Bachelor of Science Major: Educational Studies
Rebecca L. Siebert Dresser, W1
Seth M. Bohlmann Bolingbrook, IL
Katherine R. Gebert Brookings, SD
Arron M. Landgraff Wyoming, Ml
Marina M. Sampe Fort Worth, TX
Kellsie M. Scott Campbellsport, WI
Laura S. Zaferos Watertown, WI in Absentia
Completing Additional Degree Elementary Education Angela E. Birner Davison, Ml
Bethany R. Ratchman Butte des Morts, WI
Master of Science in Education to the prof essio nal grow th prog ram has the goal of cont ribu ting The Mas ter of Scie nce in Educ ation d educ ators of child ren in be refle ctive , com pete nt, and dedi cate of teac hers and enco urag ing them to a Chri stian setti ng. is desi gned for pers ons who degr ee from Mar tin Luth er Coll ege The Mas ter of Scie nce in Educ ation ersit y. The mast er's ation from an accr edite d colle ge or univ have an unde rgra duat e degr ee in educ ial educ ation , and spec ip, four emp hase s: instr uctio n, lead ersh prog ram offer s stud ents a choi ce of educ ation al tech nolo gy.
Rebecca M. Berger Milwaukee , WI Leadership Emphasis
Current service: Magellan Day School Milwaukee, WI Director/Latin, 1992U ndergraduate degree: BSEd, Dr. Martin Luther College 1981
Maria A. Gines Merritt Island , FL Instruction Emphasis
Amy B. Bryant Holmen, WI Instruction Emphasis
Previous service: Salem Lutheran School Woodbury, MN Early Childhood/Music, 2009-2012
Previous service: New Hope Lutheran Academy West Melbourne, FL Early Childhood/Music/PE , 2008-2010
St. Croix Lutheran High School West St. Paul, MN Tutor/Classroom supervisor, 2004
Undergraduate degree: BSEd , Martin Luther College 2012 BME, Florida Southern College
St. Paul Lutheran School Cannon Falls , MN Teacher, 2003-2004 Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2003
2007
Rachel M. Kanter Lake City, MN Instruction Emphasis
Current service: St. John Lutheran School Lake City, MN Teacher/Music, 2008Undergraduate degree: BSEd , Martin Luther College 2008
Rebecca J. Lindenberg Wauwatosa, WI Instruction Emphasis
Scott D. Loberger Phoenix, AZ Leadership Emphasis in Absentia
Current service: St. John Lutheran School Wauwatosa, WI Teacher/Forensics, 2009-
Current service: Arizona Lutheran Academy Phoenix, AZ Teacher/Athletics, 2012-
Previous service: Crown of Life Lutheran School Hubertus, WI Teacher/Athletics/Forensics, 2006-2009
Erica J. Pfotenhauer Rogers, MN Instruction Emphasis
Benjamin L. Rank Kiel, WI Leadership Emphasis
Current service: Shining Light Preschool (Redeemer) Maple Grove, MN Director/Teacher, 2008-
Current service: Trinity Lutheran School Kiel, WI Principal/feacher/Athletics, 2001-
Previous Service: Mt. Olive Lutheran School Delano, MN Principal/feacher/Athletics, 2004-2012
Previous service: Risen Savior Lutheran School Mankato, MN Teacher/Athletics, 2007-2008
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2001
KinderCare Leaming Center Minneapolis, MN Director, 2003-2006
St. John Lutheran School Peshtigo, WI Principal/Teacher, 1996-2004
St. Mark Lutheran School Mankato, MN Teacher, 2004-2007
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2003
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 1996
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2004
Anne M. Schroeder Doral, FL Special Education Emphasis
Paul B. Scriver Kansasville, WI Leadership Emphasis
Nathanael P. Seelow Watertown, SD Special Education Emphasis
Current service: Divine Savior Academy Doral, FL Teacher/Athletics/Youth, 20 I 0-
Current service: Shoreland Lutheran High School Somers, WI Principal, 2002-
Current service: Great Plains Lutheran High School Watertown, SD Teacher, 2007-
Previous service: West Lutheran High School Plymouth, MN Teacher/Athletics, 1999-20 I 0
Previous Service: St. John Lutheran School Burlington, WI Principal/Teacher, 1992-2002
Zion Lutheran School Clatonia, NE Teacher, 1997-1998
Zion Lutheran School Morrison, WI Teacher, I 986- I 992
Degrees: M. Div., Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary 2007 BA, Martin Luther College 2003
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 1999
Undergraduate degree: BSEd, Dr. Martin Luther College 1986
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ln the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.
People: The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life. Leader:
Where can l go from your Spirit? Where can l flee from your presence?
People: If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. Leader:
The Lord said, "My Spirit will not contend with man forever."
People: 0 Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your wrath. Leader:
Be merciful to me, Lord, for I am faint; 0 Lord, heal me, for my bones are in agony.
People: Turn, 0 Lord, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love. Leader:
Jesus said to his disciples, "Receive the Holy Spirit. lfyou forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven."
People: No one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit.
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Address: John 14:25-26
Lord God, You Have Called Your Servants
Music by Aaron McDermid
Lord God, you have called your servants to ventures of which we cannot see the ending; by paths as yet untrod, through perils unknown. Give us faith to go out with courage, not knowing where we go, but only that your hand is leading us and your love supporting us; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Reading of Assignments Benediction Leader:
The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace.
People: Amen. Amen. Amen. (sung)
God's Word Is Our Great Heritage God's Word is our great heritage And shall be ours forever; To spread its light from age to age Shall be our chief endeavor. Through life it guides our way; In death it is our stay. Lord, grant while worlds endure, We keep its teachings pure Throughout all generations. Amen.
***** Presiding Minister
Rev. Mark Zarling President
Preacher
Prof. John Boeder Campus Pastor
Reading of Assignments
Organist
College Choir Director
Rev. Mark Schroeder WELS President Dr. Wayne Wagner Music Division Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer Music Division
Almighty God, who by your Son Jesus Christ, gave command to the apostles that they should go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature: grant to us whom you have called into your church a ready will to obey your Word, and fill us with a hearty desire to make your way known upon earth, your saving health among all nations. Look with compassion upon the multitudes that are scattered as sheep having no shepherd. 0 heavenly Father, Lord of the harvest, have respect, we beseech you, to our prayers, and send forth laborers into your harvest. Fit and prepare them by your grace for the work of the ministry; give them the Spirit of power and of love and of a sound mind; strengthen them to endure hardness and grant that your Holy Spirit may prosper their work, and they by their life and doctrine may show forth your glory, and set forward the salvation of all people; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.