2014-2015 - Commencement Service and Call Service

Commencement Service Call Service May 16, 2015

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 believe, 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 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 of us as we live in the light of his grace, to his glory, and for the good of his Church!

In our ascended Lord Christ, President Mark G. Zarling

*** 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 2015 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 ten persons have completed the master’s program of which eight are able to be present today. Since its inception in 2005 there are 71 graduates in the masters program.

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 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 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.

This year our four graduates from foreign countries will wear a stole with the colors and insignia of their respective homeland. What a privilege for MLC to serve these Christians in our fellowship and prepare them for ministry. May the stoles be a vivid reminder that Jesus said “all nations” in the great commission entrusted to his church.

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. Carlovsky, James D. Clemons, Benjamin P. Cox, Rebecca L. Czer, Lawrence J. Danell, James C. Diels, Joyce A. Diersen, Gregory T. Dose, Brian L. Fredrich, Joel D. Gawrisch, Daniel P. Grubbs, Paul J. Grunwald, James R. Hanneman, Daryl B. Hartzell, Jonathan L. Heidtke, Earl R. Hennig, Brian K. Hennig, Grace A. Hunter, Thomas N. Klindworth, Robert F. Klockziem, Roger C. Koelpin, Paul E. Krause, Jennifer L. Lange, Douglas F. Lange, Lyle W. Loomis, Cheryl A. Lotito, Lawrence W. Mehlberg, Jennifer A. Meyer, John E. Moldenhauer, Kermit G. Nass, Thomas P. Ohm, Ronald C. Olson, Lawrence O. Otterstatter, Michael J. Paustian, Mark A. Pearson, Matthew S. Pekrul, William A.

Pope, James F. Roux, Jonathan A. Rupnow, Kenneth C. Schaefer, Jonathan M. Schmidt, John H. Schmudlach, Scott D. Schone, Jeffrey L. Schwartz, Tingting Sellnow, David D. Smith, Adrian R. 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. Wessel, Keith C. Whaley, Cynthia E. Wiechman, Jeffery P. Wurster, Miles B. Zarling, Mark G. Tutors Kolander, Ryan D. Scharf, Matthew W. Admissions Counselors Danell, Joshua M. Starr, Richard D. Adjunct Balge, Bethel A. Boeder, Bethel J. Gosdeck, David M. Gunderson, John C. Haar, Susan G. Haugen, Jennifer E. Hopp, Brian P.

Martens, Judith L. Melendy, Carla E. Nolte, Brent J. Ohm, Carlotta L. Schubkegel, Joyce C. Shilling, Ronald L. Thiesfeldt, Jeneane M. Vogel, Marianne E. Wiechman, Elizabeth J. Wurster, Kathryn M. Graduate Angell, Carol A. Bakken, Richard E. Boehlke, Paul R. Grunwald, James R. Gulczynski, Dennis F. Hanneman, Daryl B. Holtz, Lowell E. Johnson, Daniel W. Klindworth, Robert F. Kolander, John D. Kremer, Kenneth J. Lemke, Jeffrey C. Melendy, Carla E. Meyer, John E. Olson, Lawrence O. Pfeifer, Carrie F. Pfeifer, Gene R. Potratz, Gail M. Ramsey, Stephanie L. Rogers, Leslie L. Schmidt, Jason E. Spurgin, Alan M. Tess, Paul A. Wendler, David O. Whaley, Cynthia E. Wiechman, Jeffery P.

MLC Governing Board Rev. Michael A. Woldt, Chairman Mr. Joe E. Archer Mr. Drew P. Kock Rev. Jonathan J. Kolander Mr. Dale L. Krause Mr. Timothy A. Petermann Mr. Barry V. Price Mr. Steven J. Rosenbaum, Secretary Rev. Duane C. Schmeichel Rev. Michael J. Seifert

Mr. Michael S. Valleau Mr. Steven T. Vasold Rev. Mark W. Wessel 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

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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. The cross is carried to the altar area to become the focus of worship.

Processional

Stand

M:

In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

C:

Amen. (spoken)

Dialogue of Praise

Songs of Praise from the New Testament

Heading

M:

Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come and has redeemed his people.

C:

Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to all on whom his favor rests.

M:

He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.

C:

Our eyes have seen the salvation, which he prepared in the sight of all people, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to his people Israel.

M:

Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross!

C:

Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.

M:

God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

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C:

Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!

All sing: Give us lips to sing thy glory, tongues thy mercy to proclaim, Throats to shout the hope that fills us, mouths to speak thy holy name.

Alleluia! Alleluia! May the light which thou dost send Fill our songs with alleluias, Alleluias without end!

God the Father, light-creator, to thee laud and honor be.

To thee, Light from Light begotten, praise be sung eternally.

Holy Spirit, light-revealer, glory, glory be to thee.

Mortals, angels, now and ever praise the holy Trinity!

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(CW 280:5, 6)

Responsive Prayer M:

Jesus, Master Teacher, how precious are the words you speak to us. From the storeroom of your wisdom you bring us treasures of your truth. And chief among these is your heavenly Father’s plan of salvation which you revealed to us by your teaching and life.

C:

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

M:

The words you have taught us—they are spirit and they are life.

C:

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.

Be seated

Lesson: Mark 4:21-29

This Is My Word

Text adapted from Isaiah 55:10-12 Music by Pepper Choplin

As the snow falls from heaven as it comes in swirling showers from the sky, so is my Word.

As the rains bring the water to the earth that is thirsty and dry, so is my Word.

And the Word of my mouth, it shall not return empty; it will bless the earth wherever it is heard.

This is my Word.

As the rains bring renewal and the tender buds begin to come alive, so is my Word.

Giving seed to the sower, and the bread to the hungry ‘til they thrive, so is my Word.

And the Word of my mouth, it shall not return empty; it will bless the earth wherever it is heard.

This is my Word.

O Lord, when I am weary, when I feel the days I’m living are in vain, my God, help me be faithful to the Word you have given to proclaim.

Proclaim the Word and you will go out in joy and be led forth in peace, and the hills will break before you into song.

So be faithful, brave, and true, for I will go before you.

And when your earthly journey here is done, I’ll say, “Well done.”

As the snow falls from heaven and the rain comes in showers from the sky, so is my Word.

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Sermon Text—Isaiah 55:10-11 As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.

Sermon Theme: It’s Never In Vain

Take My Life and Let It Be (CW 469) Congregation:

Take my life and let it be Consecrated, Lord, to thee, Take my moments and my days; Let them flow in ceaseless praise

Choir:

Take my hands and let them move At the impulse of thy love.

Take my feet and let them be Swift and beautiful for thee.

Congregation:

Take my voice and let me sing Always only for my King.

Take my lips and let them be Filled with messages from thee.

Choir stanzas by Kermit Moldenhauer

Take my silver and my gold; Not a mite would I withhold.

Take my intellect and use Ev’ry pow’r as thou shalt choose.

Choir:

Take my will and make it thine; It shall be no longer mine.

Take my heart; it is thine own; It shall be thy royal throne.

Congregation:

Take my love, my Lord, I pour At thy feet its treasure store.

Take myself, and I will be Ever, only, all for thee.

Presentation of Diplomas

Please reserve applause for the Presentation of the Class of 2015 which occurs after the Blessing.

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Stand

Prayer Minister:

Heavenly Father, we praise you for the gospel of our salvation, and for giving your Church men and women who are qualified to serve in the public ministry of the gospel. We pray especially for our graduates who have successfully completed their course of study at this college of ministry.

Graduates:

Lord, be with us as we serve in the future. From your hand we are willing to accept the joys and the sorrows of life. Keep us from sin, comfort us with your Word, and bless our service to you.

All others:

You have promised to be with them. Watch over their lives, both now and forevermore.

Keep them faithful to your Word, that they may continue to grow in wisdom, righteousness, and holiness.

Minister:

Bless those who will enter your ministry as teachers and staff ministers with the boldness to speak the mysteries of your gospel. Give those who will continue their preparation for the pastoral ministry at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary patience and diligence. Provide those who will be serving as lay members in your congregations or in international fields with opportunities to use their special gifts and training to serve your kingdom.

All:

Empower all of us to bring honor and glory to your name.

Minister:

Gracious Lord, continue to bless Martin Luther College with instructors who recognize Jesus Christ as wisdom’s highest treasure, and with students who are committed to preparing themselves for the public ministry of your Church.

Faculty and Students:

Lord, all we have comes from you. Help us use our talents and energies in joyful service to you.

Minister:

Lord God, watch over the lives of all your people. Cause the faith you have planted in our hearts to fill our lips with your praise, that we may share Jesus’ love with all 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.

All:

In his name we pray. Amen.

Blessing M:

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.

C:

Amen. Amen. Amen. (sung)

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Hymn

On What Has Now Been Sown (CW 322)

On what has now been sown Your blessing, Lord, bestow; The pow'r is yours alone To make it spring and grow.

O Lord in grace the harvest raise, And you alone shall have the praise!

To you our wants are known From you are all our pow’rs.

Accept what is your own And pardon what is ours.

Our praises, Lord, and prayers receive And to your Word a blessing give.

O grant that each of us Now met before you here, May meet together thus When you and yours appear And follow you to heav'n, our home.

E'en so, Amen! Lord Jesus, come!

Be seated

Announcements

Presentation of the Class of 2015

Recessional

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

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

***** Presiding Minister

Rev. Brian Dose MLC Faculty Secretary

Preacher

Rev. Mark Zarling MLC President

Assisting in the Distribution of Diplomas

Dr. Jeff Wiechman MLC Vice-president of Academic Affairs

Organist

Prof. Adrian Smith MLC Music Division

Martin Luther College Choir Director

Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer MLC Music Division

Graduation Marshal

Michelle Gartner MLC Event Coordinator

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International Service The following graduates have elected international service in various parts of the world: James Christensen - China Abigail Fischer - St. Lucia Elizabeth Jeske - Russia Erin Kelly - Antigua Kristen Kowitz - St. Lucia Christian Kuether - Russia Ruth Mann - China Ethan Rixe - China Allison Wessel - China

The listing of those who were assigned calls will be handed out after the call service.

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Bachelor of Arts

Jordan P. Bence Oconomowoc, WI

Jacob R. Bode Saginaw, MI

Michael H. Cherney Mequon, WI

Daniel R. Cordrey Bancroft, WI

Isaiah W. Horn Mazeppa, MN

Jackson P. Hunter Middleton, WI

Nathanael J. Jensen Ixonia, WI

Martin S. Johnston Watertown, WI

Christian M. Kuether Bemidji, MN

Luke A. Miller Indianapolis, IN

Jared W. Natsis Saline, MI

Andrew M. Nemmers Allen, TX

Tristan D. Paustian Racine, WI

Aaron J. Platzer Olivet, MI

Nathanael D. Plocher Vassar, MI

Tyler P. Prekop Brookfield, WI

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Timothy T. Priewe Milwaukee, WI

Matthew A. Proeber Janesville, WI

Jacob M. Reich Hutchinson, MN

Daniel L. Rodewald Simpsonville, SC

David N. Spaude Antigo, WI

Hans J. Thomford Chesaning, MI

Phillip Valdez Chula Vista, CA

Andrew P. Westra Columbia, TN

Craig T. Wilke Fort Atkinson, WI

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Seminary Certification

Michael D. Hollmann Hustisford, WI

Jesse L. Knox Manitowoc, WI

Adam D. Lambrecht Pueblo West, CO

Bradley R. Price Flower Mound, TX

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Nathan R. Laska Winona, MN

Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Early Childhood Education

Hillary N. Beyer West Bend, WI

Sara K. Cordrey Rothschild, WI

Heather M. Danell New Ulm, MN

Aleah M. Dovnik Oconomowoc, WI

Jacqueline M. Keller Thiensville, WI

Amanda L. Kelly Saginaw, MI

Kendra M. Korth Beaver Dam, WI

Kirsten L. Kowitz Inver Grove Heights, MN

Jessica A. Krause Edina, MN

Sarah J. Kuznicki Saginaw, MI

Kristy L. Lendt Nicollet, MN

Megan R. Melott Rockford, MN

Rachel E. Olah Deerfield, WI

Joy A. Reeder Menomonie, WI

Sarah G. Schmiege Madison, WI

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Emily S. Shank Saint Joseph, MI

Ruth L. Wendland Watertown, WI

Alison A. Wine Saginaw, MI

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Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Elementary Education

Christopher W. Arndt Rosemount, MN

David P. Becker Phoenix, AZ

Luke J. Bramstedt Howards Grove, WI

Daniel A. Busch Rapid City, SD

James F. Christensen Jr Milwaukee, WI

Joycelyn N. Christmas-John St. John's, Antigua

Elizabeth M. Dorn Lewiston, MN

Nicole R. Dorn Crete, IL

Abigail J. Fischer Watertown, WI

Jacob L. Geidel West Bend, WI

Joy L. Hoffmann Buffalo, MN

Galen C. Holzhueter North Mankato, MN

Karla E. Kehl Columbus, WI

Carissa B. Kock Johnson City, TN

Emilee I. Koltz Oconomowoc, WI

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Harmon L. Krause Eau Claire, WI

Stephanie M. Kuether Neenah, WI

Patrick J. Loroff Lake Mills, WI

Miranda J. Maasz Sleepy Eye, MN

Lauren L. Maertz Watertown, SD

Ruth E. Mann Zillah, WA

MacCartney L. Mendolla Green Bay, WI

Christopher A. Mundstock Phoenix, AZ

Haley M. Nitz South Milwaukee, WI

Jacalyn E. Ocampo Linwood, MI

Rebecca E. Rehberger Burlington, WI

Ethan R. Rixe Hoskins, NE

Annette E. Scharf Hot Springs Village, AR

Naomi J. Schwark Manitowoc, WI

Jay T. Selle Appleton, WI

Katelyn M. Smith Grove City, OH

Petra S. Thao Appleton, WI

Valarie R. Tharman West Bend, WI

Emily K. Waldek Trumbull, CT

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Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Secondary Education

Bethany M. Fleischmann Austin, MN Life Science

YoungKwang Kim Suwon, South Korea Mathematics

Danica R. Scharlemann New Ulm, MN Mathematics

John M. Wildauer Port Washington, WI Mathematics

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Amanda V. Seiltz Colorado Springs, CO Communication Arts & Literature

Aaron R. Stokke Inver Grove Heights, MN Mathematics/Physics in Absentia

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

Lauren R. Ellingboe Wrightstown, WI

Alexandria L. Fischer Appleton, WI

Dyllan A. Jensen Juneau, WI

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Melissa K. Mittelstadt Richfield, WI

Stephanie A. Rehbaum Watertown, WI

Bachelor of Science in Education Majors: Elementary Education Secondary Education

Benjamin A. Edmundson Burlington, WI Social Studies

Charles G. Galecki Waukesha, WI Physical Education

Brandon T. Gierach Brownsville, WI Social Studies

Brittney A. Gossen Hilbert, WI Life Science

Lauren M. Grove Rochester, MN Social Studies

Eric J. Hahn New Ulm, MN Physical Education

Elizabeth H. Jeske Milwaukee, WI Social Studies

Erin E. Kelly Zion, IL Spanish

Emily L. Lai Yakima, WA Choral/Vocal Music

Ryan A. Lemke Elkhorn, WI Chemistry

Jesse D. Nofftz La Crosse, WI Social Studies

Edili A. Pichardo Gomerez Bronx, NY Spanish

David J. Roekle Racine, WI Social Studies

Nathan L. Scharf New Ulm, MN Social Studies

Garrett J. Schoch Merrill, MI Mathematics

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Naomi F. Unnasch Milwaukee, WI Social Studies

Megan C. Wohlrabe Peyton, CO Communication Arts & Literature

Jacob E. Ziel Ixonia, WI Physical Education

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Bachelor of Science Major: Educational Studies

Jessica M. Berg Volga, SD in Absentia

Pedro R. González Albuquerque, NM

Caleb M. Klatt New Hope, MN

Alexandria P. Maas Lake Mills, WI

Jessica M. Mau Loveland, CO

Kimberly C. Olson Brookfield, WI

Ruth L. Roehr New Ulm, MN

Autumn E. Somerville Saginaw, MI

Carlyn E. Waggoner Rockford, IL

Allison J. Wessel New Ulm, MN

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Bachelor of Science Majors: Staff Ministry Educational Studies

Major: Staff Ministry

Nicolas J. Jones Mesa, AZ

Jason M. Jooss Omro, WI

Stephen J. Pankow Cape Coral, FL

Completing Certificate Program Teaching Online David D. Sellnow New Ulm, MN

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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 four emphases: instruction, leadership, special education, and educational technology.

Matthew D. Foley Greenville, WI Leadership Emphasis

Gretchen A. Hintz Westfield, WI Leadership Emphasis

Ethan S. Hutchinson Appleton, WI Leadership Emphasis

Current service: Emanuel Lutheran School New London, WI Principal/Teacher, 2013-

Current service: St. John Lutheran School Portage, WI Teacher/Choir, 2003-

Current service: Riverview Lutheran School Appleton, WI Principal/Teacher, 2006-

Previous service: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran School Westminster, CO Principal/Teacher, 2001-2013

Previous service: Immanuel Lutheran School Wisconsin Rapids, WI Teacher, 1998-2003

Previous service: East Fork Lutheran High School Whiteriver, AZ Teacher/Coach, 2003-2006

St. John Lutheran School Racine, WI Teacher/Youth Group, 1993-1998

Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2003

Luther Preparatory School Watertown, WI Tutor, 1999-2001 Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 1999

Other degree: BAEd, Concordia University Wisconsin 1992

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Sarah J. Lofsness Libertyville, IL Special Education Emphasis

Current service: St. John Lutheran School Libertyville, IL Teacher/Assistant Principal, 2003Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2003

Paul E. Lutze Sturgeon Bay, WI Instruction Emphasis in Absentia

Current service: St. Peter Lutheran School Sturgeon Bay, WI Principal, 1984Previous service: WELS Travel Canvass Witness 1983-1984 Other degree: BSEd, Dr. Martin Luther College 1983

Paul E. Schulz West Bend, WI Educational Technology Emphasis

Tingting Z. Schwartz New Ulm, MN Instruction Emphasis

Current service: Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Professor, 2014-

Current service: St. John Lutheran School Manitowoc, WI Teacher/Technology Coordinator, 2013-

Other degrees: BA, Liaoning Normal University 2009 MA, Zhejiang University 2011

Previous Service: St. John Lutheran School Watertown, WI Teacher/Technology Director, 2005-2013

Benjamin D. Springer Manitou Beach, MI Educational Technology Emphasis

Current service: St. Stephen Lutheran School Adrian, MI Teacher/Athletic Director, 2008Previous service: Holy Cross Lutheran School Madison, WI Teacher, 2007-2008 Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2007

Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2005

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Jeremiah S. Strassburg Phoenix, AZ Instruction Emphasis in Absentia

Michelle M. Yotter Lake City, MN Instruction Emphasis

Current service: Arizona Lutheran Academy Phoenix, AZ Teacher, 2002-

Current service: Mt. Lebanon Lutheran School Milwaukee, WI Teacher, 2010-

Other degree: BSEd, Martin Luther College 2002

Previous service: Kasson-Mantorville Public Schools Kasson, MN Teacher, 2005-2010 Other degrees: BSEd, Winona State University 2004 Synod Certification, Martin Luther College 2006

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Call Service 2:30 p.m.

Hymn

Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Blest

Stand M:

O give thanks unto the Lord, call on his name, make known his deeds among the peoples!

Sing to him, sing praises to him, tell of all his wonderful works!

C:

The works of the Lord are great and glorious. His name is worthy of praise!

M:

O Father most holy, gather us together in the name of Jesus whom the saints and angels adore as the Lamb on his throne and whose name is above every name, that all we do might be filled with your grace, directed by your wisdom, informed by your truth, accomplished to your glory.

C:

The works of the Lord are great and glorious. His love endures forever!

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M:

O Father most gracious, bring us together in the name of Jesus, that in him we might be a spiritual temple, that founded on him we might be built together as living stones; that in him we might offer to you the spiritual service of praise and thanksgiving, of lives lived in your love, of proclaiming your words and work, and of sharing your gifts to us.

C:

The works of the Lord are great and glorious. Tell of all his wonderful deeds!

M:

O Father eternal, you have sent out an invitation; you have prepared a great feast that all might enter the courts of your presence and the mansions of your paradise. Grant to us your blessing and peace, that we may be witnesses of your truth, the reflection of your glory, and the ambassadors of your kingdom.

C:

The works of the Lord are great and glorious. May our mouths be filled with his praise!

Sing:

From all that dwell below the skies, Let the Creator's praise arise!

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let the Redeemer's name be sung Through every land, by every tongue!

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia! Alleluia!

M:

Lord God, source of all abiding knowledge, through Word and Sacrament you both enlighten the minds and sanctify the lives of those you draw to your service. Pour out your blessing on the men and women who present themselves for assignment this day. Give them joy as they receive a call from you and your people, and grant them confidence to proclaim your grace with faithfulness and zeal. By their teaching and life let your kingdom come and your will be done; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever.

C:

Amen. (spoken)

Be seated

Lesson: Isaiah 6:1-8 M: C:

This is the Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God. (spoken)

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Hymn

Church of God, Elect and Glorious (CWS 774)

1. Church of God, elect and glorious, Holy nation, chosen race, Called as God's own special people, Royal priests and heirs of grace: Know the purpose of your calling.

2. Show to all his mighty deeds; Tell of love that knows no limits, Grace that meets all human needs.

2. God has called you out of darkness Into his most marv’lous light, Brought his truth to life within you, Turned your blindness into sight.

Let your light so shine around you That God's name is glorified, And all find fresh hope and purpose In Christ Jesus crucified.

3. Once you were an alien people, Strangers to God's heart of love, But he brought you home in mercy, Citizens of heaven above.

Let his love flow out to others; Let them feel a Father's care, That they too may know his welcome And his countless blessings share.

4. Church of God, elect and holy, Be the people he intends, Strong in faith and swift to answer Each command your Master sends; Royal priests, fulfill your calling Through your sacrifice and prayer, Give your lives in joyful service, Sing his praise, his love declare.

Address

Matthew 28:18-20

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

Hymn

Holy God, We Praise Your Name (CW 278)

Holy God, we praise your name; Lord of all, we bow before you.

All on earth your scepter claim; All in heaven above adore you.

Infinite your vast domain, Everlasting is your reign.

Blest Redeemer, virgin’s Son, Over death his vict’ry claiming, Now ascended to his throne, Judge and King, his grace proclaiming, Opens heav’n to all his own.

Praise and thanks to God alone!

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Prayer M:

Almighty God, look with favor on those whom you have called to minister to your people. Fill them with faithfulness to your teaching and clothe them with holiness of life that they may joyfully serve to the glory of your name and for the benefit of your Church; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

C:

Amen. (spoken)

Blessing M:

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.

C:

Amen. Amen. Amen. (sung)

Hymn

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 MLC President

Preacher

Rev. John Boeder MLC Campus Pastor

Reading of Assignments

Rev. Mark Schroeder WELS President

Organist

Dr. Brent Nolte MLC Music Instructor

Martin Luther College Choir Conductor

Dr. Kermit Moldenhauer MLC Music Division

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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. O 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.