2007-2008 - Commencement Service and Call Service

Commencem ent Service Call Service

May 17, 2008

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 ascended 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 believes, We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. Each recognizes that a diploma brings the Lord glory,for 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 our ascended 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 Jesus,

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*** Mission of Martin Luther College Martin Luther College exists to serve the ministerial needs of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) by preparing men for pastoral training at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary and by preparing men and women for service as teachers and staff ministers in the Synod's churches and schools so that the WELS may be served by candidates both qualified and competent to proclaim the Word of God faithfully and in accord with the Lutheran Confessions in the Book of Concord.

To the glory of God and for the good of his Church Explanation of attire

The 2008 Commencement Service at Martin Luther College is unique in the school's history.

You will see graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree, others with a Bachelor of Arts degree, and two students with a Master of Science in Education degree. These two individuals are the first graduates of the MLC master's program, a program authorized by both the 1999 and the 2003 synod convention.

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 2008 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 garner 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 95 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 Ash, Richard F. Balge, Daniel N. Balge, Jonathan R. Bases, Paul A. Bauer, David T. Bode, Glenn E. Boeder, John C. Brutlag, Ronald D. Czer, Lawrence J. Dallmann, Gary L. Danell, James C. Dose, Brian L. Fredrich, Joel D. Gosdeck, David M. Gronholz, John H .

Gnmwald, James R. Haar, Susan G. Hartzell, J. Lance Heidtke, Earl R. Hunter, Thomas N. Klindworth, Robert F. Klockziem, Roger C. Koelpin, Paul E. Koestler, Arlen L. Lange, Douglas F. Lange, Lyle W. Lenz, Mark J. Leopold, Barbara L. Leyrer, Philip M. Loomis, Cheryl A. Lotito, Lawrence W. Melendy, Carla E. Micheel, John H. Minch, Jack N. Moldenhauer, Kermit G.

Nass, Thomas P. Nolte, John P. Ohm, Ronald C. Olson, Lawrence 0.

Paustian, Mark A. Pekrul, William A. Pelz!, David J. Pope, James F. Potratz, Robert C. Rupnow, Kenneth C. Schmidt, John H. Schone, Jeffrey L. Schroeder, Timothy J. Schubkegel, Joyce C. Sellnow, David D. Shilling, Ronald L. Sponholz, Martin P. Spurgin, Alan M. Stelljes, Ross A. Tess, Paul A. Thiesfeldt, Steven R. Unke, James M. Unke, Lori L. Wagner, Wayne L. Wendler, David 0.

Wessel, Keith C. Whaley, Cynthia E. Wittmershaus, Kurt A. Wurster, Miles B. Zahrt, Sarah E. Zarling, Mark G.

Tutors Bode, Adam M. Naumann, David C.

Admissions Counselor Gnewuch, Mark A. Sievert, Dustin D. Adjunct Balge, Bethel A. Boeder, Bethel J. Martens, Judith L. Nolte, Brent J. Nolte, Lanita M. Ohm, Carlotta L. Paulsen, John W. Thiesfeldt, Jeneane M. Vogel, Marianne A. Wurster, Kathryn M. Graduate Angell, Carol A. Brandt, James A. Buelow, Ronald A. Gostchock, Scott A. Grunwald, James R. Heiden, Delores E. Isch, John R. Juem, John F. Kolander, John D. Kremer, Kenneth J. Melendy, Carla E. Menk, Rolland R. Olson, Lawrence D. Pfeifer, Gene R. Plath, LeDell D. Spurgin, Alan M. Wendler, David D. Whaley, Cynthia E.

MLC Governing Board Rev. Ralph E. Scharf, Chairman Rev. Raymond R. Beckmann Rev. Roy M. Beyer, Secretary Mr. Keith R. Bowe Mr. Steven Danekas Mr. Jonathan J. Hahm Mr. Robert D. Hinnenthal Mr. Scott R. Huebner Mr. Stephen D. Loehr Mr. Barry V. Price

Mr. David A. Sauer Mr. Michael D. Schultz, Vice Chairman Mr. William Steinbrenner

Advisory Rev. Larry E. Cross, MN District President Rev. Peter H. Kruschel, 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 of diplomas, 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.

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Prayer Leader: Heavenly Father, we thank you for making this day possible. We thank and praise you for this school of ministry, for the blessings of the school year, for parents and all who support the training of ministers with prayers and gifts, for faithful students who prepare for public ministry with dedication, for dedicated teachers and staff who follow your ways, and for a church body which sees its mission to spread your Word among all peoples.

People: Above all we thank you for our Savior whose forgiveness alone makes it possible for sinful people to serve a holy God.

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Leader: 0 Lord, bless these graduates. Bless those who will enter your ministry as teachers and staff ministers with the ability to fearlessly speak the mysteries of your Gospel.

People: In your mercy, hear our prayer.

Leader: Bless those who will continue their preparation for the pastoral ministry at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary with patience and diligence.

People: In your mercy, hear our prayer.

Leader: Bless those who will be serving you as lay members in congregations or in international fields with opportunities to use their special gifts and training.

People: In your mercy, hear our prayer.

Leader: Be with us all , gracious God, as we serve as your ambassadors that we may do and say only that which will bring glory and honor to your holy name.

People: We bring these requests to you in the name of our Savior, Jesus. Amen.

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.

Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

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.

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Announcements Presentation of the Class of 2008 Recessional

Please remain seated until the graduates and the faculty have recessed.

Following the service you may greet the graduates on the mall.

***** Presiding Minister

Rev. John Schmidt MLC Faculty Secretary Rev. Mark Zarling MLC President

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Dr. David Wendler MLC Vice-president for Academics

Assisting in the Distribution of Diplomas

Prof. Robert Potratz MLC Music Division

Organist

Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer MLC Music Division

Martin Luther College Choir Conductor

Prof. Ron Brutlag MLC Director ofAdmissions

Graduation Marshal

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Bachelor of Arts

Andrew J. Babinec Lansing, Ml

Niccolo F. Barber Salt Lake City, UT

Anthony J. Barthe ls Green Bay, WI

Jacob C. Behnken Watertown , SD

Kevin M. Boushek Citrus Heights, CA

Jason A. Enderle Clear Lake, SD

Andrew C. Franzo Emmaus, PA

Joshua G. Free Plover, WI

Patrick S. Freese Tucson, AZ

Zachary A. Gebert Georgetown, TX

Seth A. Georgson Watertown, WI

Nickolas P. Haasch Cambridge, WI

Michael W. Koepke Saginaw, MI

Daniel J. Laitinen New Ulm, MN

Daniel l. Lewig St. Petersburg, FL

Timothy J. Matthies II Lake Mills, WI

Philip M. Moldenhauer New Ulm, MN

Nathan C. Nass New Ulm, MN

Daniel T. Naumann Benton Harbor, Ml

Philip J. Randall Milwaukee, Wl

Karl G. Schauland Lewiston, MN

Ryan R. Sch licht Sturgeon Bay, WI

Stefan J. Sonnenfeld Winona,MN

Joel A. Voss Williamston, Ml

Samuel S. Schlicht Morris, MN

Jacob M. Schwartz Waterloo, WI

Jasper B. Selin ow Madison, WI

Jeffrey H. Sonntag Milwaukee, WI

Joshua D. Stine Waukesha, WI

Luke I. Tembreull Maplewood, MN

Douglas D. Voss Aurora, CO

Daniel W. Waldschmidt Greenfield, WI

Benjamin P. Workentine New Ulm, MN

Peter G. Zaferos Watertown , WI

Nathan G. Zastrow Mayville, WI

James P. Garrison Mi lwaukee, WI

Brian J. Roloff Wausau, WI

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Alissa M. Alonte Milwaukee, WI

Carrie L. Bade East Tawas, Ml

Leah R. Beck Reno, NV

Carrie E. Behnken Aberdeen, SD

Brett J. Bengel Menasha, WI

Amy B. Biedenbender Horicon, WI

Adam R. Bohl Appleton, Wl

Jessica S. Bohl Wildomar, CA

Connie L. Brandt Cedarbw·g, WI

Jessica R. Bryson Torrance, CA

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Jacquelyn N. Colletta San Jose, CA

Joel T. Davidson Weston, WI

Casey J. De Frain Phoenix, AZ

Leah R. Dose Fairfax, MN

Katie E. Duffee North Mankato, MN

\ Rachel G. Duncan Nicollet, MN

Philip N. Ewerdt New Ulm,MN

Jessie M. Fields Bradenton, FL

Rebecca H. Finke East Brunswick, NJ

Jennifer L. Foelske Menomonee Falls, WI

Rachel M. Friend Westminster, CO

Beckie L. Gilbert Lake Geneva, WI

Elizabeth A. Gumm Loves Park, IL

Bradley P. Gurgel Mequon, WI

George E. Hella II Watertown , WI

Lynn M. Heschke Waupaca, WI

Anna C. Horneber Pittsford, NY

Destinee R. Jaeger Two Rivers, WI

Jamie L. Jurek Saginaw, Ml

Stephen H. Kamps Coleman, WI

Lisa M. Komay Onalaska, WI

Ashley R. Leeker Saginaw, Ml

Emily C. Lemke Weyauwega, WI

Amanda M. Lewig Watertown, WI

Fiona M. Matlock Chugiak, AK

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Lisa B. McKenney Lake Mills, WI

Amanda A. Miller Douglas, MA

Emily A. Nefstead Milwaukee, WI

Andrea E. Neumann NewU!m,MN

Jennifer L. Quint Bemidji, MN

Heidi K. Schone New Ulm, MN

Meredith L. Moeller Watertown, WI

Amy M. Mott!

Green Bay, WI

Amanda J. Musinski Lake Orion, MI

Andrew C. Olson Wildomar, CA

Brian D. Papenfuss Pewaukee, WI

Corinn E. Pyscher Saginaw, Ml

Kelley M. Randall Redford, Ml

Michael D. Ross Neenah, Wl

Miriam J. Schliewe Vesta, MN

Tiffany R. Schlough Ridgeland, WI

Jamie L. Schwartz Morton Grove, IL

Stephanie L. Sellnow Wyoming, Ml

Kristi K. Slovik Eagle, WI

Emily G. Smith Hastings, NE

Shanna L. Stubalt San Jose, CA

Mark G. Thiesfeldt New Ulm, MN

Bethany R. Warnecke Watertown, WI

Allison L. Weihing Hastings, MN

Christopher M. Treder Stevensville, Ml

Mark J. Weinkauf Mukwonago, WI

Linden A. Valus Swartz Creek, MI

Benton J. Witte Crete, IL

Elizabeth A. Vander Galien Lowell, WI

Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Secondary Education

Brandon W. Aswege Mesa,AZ Mathematics

Scott D. Brown Wisconsin Rapids, WI Social Studies

Hannah I. Buschkopf Milwaukee, WI Spanish

Nicholas J. Bush Racine, WI Instrwnental Music

Zachary J. Cvikel Jackson, WT Mathematics

Jonathan A. Dannecker Milwaukee, Wl Physical Science

Joel T. Fischer Wilmot, WI Mathematics

Daniel P. Gawrisch New Berlin, WI Physical Education

Joshua J. Gorske Appleton, WI Social Studies

Stephanie A. Jones Las Vegas, NV Spanish

Erin R. Kanter Fort Atkinson , WI Instrumental/Choral Music

Jonathan A. Laabs Kiel,WI Choral/Vocal Music

David P. Liebhard Albuquerque, NM Social Studies

Daniel R. Maki Oconomowoc, WI Social Studies

Marshall J. Milbrath Owosso, Ml Physical Science

Stephanie M. Moldenhauer NewUlm , MN Mathematics

Claire E. Natsis Saline, MI Parish Music

Bradley G. Nehls Hustisford, WI Mathematics

Mattin R. Pagel Moline, IL Physical Education

Scott T. Salesky Davison, MI Physical Science

Rachel L. Shimek La Crosse, WI English

Ian P. Watson Temecula, CA English

Joseph M. Woldt Jackson, WI Life Science

Timothy S. Payne NewUlm,MN Social Studies

Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Early Childhood Education

Sarah J. Fritzler Owosso, Ml

Sarah E. Priestap Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Jessica M. Hegman Mequon , WI

Allison R. Leibner Tavares, FL

Shawna M. Mehlberg West Bend, WI

Rebecca K. Rixe Graceville , MN

Brian D. Schultz Merrill, MI

Elizabeth M. Strong Loretto, MN

Rachel L. Nass Racine. WI

Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Staff Ministry

Mark D. Knickelbein West Allis, WI

Completing Additional Degrees Elementary Education Joy M. Marks Waukesha, WI

Secondary Life Science Staff Ministry Kristina J. Wessel St. James, MN

Recommended for Synod Certification Early Childhood Education

Elementary Education

Mary Beth Knippel Mc Farland, WI

Lauren M. Kitka Crete, IL

Cynthia I. Smith Park City, IL

Kimberly A. Liesener Jackson, WI

Molly A. Stuedemann Shawano, WI Jodi A. Tramp Green Bay, WI

Master of Science in Education The Master of Science in Education program has the goal of contributing to the professional growth of teachers and encouraging them to be reflective, competent, and dedicated educators of children in a Christian setting.

The Master of Science in Education degree from Martin Luther College is designed for persons who have an undergraduate degree in education from an accredited college or university. The master's program offers students a choice of three emphases: instruction, leadership, and special education.

Brett T. Kriese Menomonee Fal ls, WI Leadership Emphasis

Aaron M. Hartwig Hemlock, Ml Leadership Emphasis

Current service: Pilgrim Lutheran School Menomonee Falls, WI Teacher grades 5-6, Athletic Director 1998-

Current service: St. John Lutheran School Hemlock, MI Principal/Teacher grades 5-8

Previous service: St. Paul Lutheran School Algoma, WI 1996-1998 Grace Lutheran School Falls Church, VA 1995-1996

Undergraduate degree: BSE Martin Luther College

Undergraduate degree: BSE Martin Luther College 1995

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People: So that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.

Leader: Such confidence as this is ours through Christ before God. Not that we are competent to claim anything for ourselves, but our competenc e comes from God.

People: He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant -not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kilJs, but the Spirit gives life.

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People: You have exalted us to be members of your kingdom now and forever.

Leader: The words you have taught us- they are spirit and they are life.

People: Forgive us for letting the cares and concerns of this life distract us from your teaching. Give us hearts which cling to your word as the one thing needful. Amen.

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Rev. Mark Zarling MLC President

Preacher

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Organist

Dr. Wayne Wagner MLC Music Division

Martin Luther College Choir Conductor

Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer MLC Music Division

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