Prayerfully Consider Visit Spring 2025
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Event Date
March 20, 2025 - March 22, 2025
Event Cost
Free
This free event allows men and women, and their families, to explore the pastoral and diaconal formation happening at Concordia Theological Seminary and provides time for contemplation of the vocations of pastor and deaconess.
Reserve your place by filling out our online registration form. Click the button below to get started.
Event Information
Questions about this event?
If you have questions about this event we would be glad to answer them. Please send all questions and inquiries to the contact below.
Deac. Rose Adle
• Assistant Director of Deaconess Formation
Phone: (314) 591-7313
Email: Rose.Adle@ctsfw.edu
Deac. Katherine Aiello
Admission Counselor
PCV Coordinator
Phone: (260) 452-2213
Email: katherine.aiello@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. Carl Beckwith
• Professor of Historical Theology
Phone: (260) 452-2243
Email: carl.beckwith@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. Robert H. Bennett
MDiv, STM, PhD
Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Boyle
• Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Missions
• Director of Field Education
Phone: (260) 452-2254
Email: Geoffrey.Boyle@ctsfw.edu
Deac. Carolyn Brinkley
Director of Military Project
Phone: (260) 452-2140
Email: MilitaryProject@ctsfw.edu
Dr. Kristine Bruss
Chief Communications Officer
Phone: (260) 452-3153
Email: Kristine.Bruss@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. Jon Bruss
• President
• Associate Professor of Systematic Theology
Phone: (260) 452-3205
Email: Jon.Bruss@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Daniel Burfiend
Advancement Officer
Phone: (260) 452-2275
Email: Daniel.Burfiend@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. James Bushur
• The Carl and Erna Weinrich Professor of New Testament and Early Church Studies
• Director of Deaconess Formation Programs
Phone: (260) 452-3214
Email: James.Bushur@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Mark Delassus
• Vice President of Advancement
Phone: (260) 452-2268
Email: Mark.DeLassus@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Thomas Dunseth
• Adjunct Instructor of Deaf Ministry
Phone: (260) 422-2283
Email: Thomas.Dunseth@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. Carl Fickenscher II
• Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Missions
Phone: (260) 452-2131
Email: Carl.Fickenscher@ctsfw.edu
Rev. Dr. Daniel Gard
MDiv, MA, PhD
Phone: (260) 452-2173
Email: daniel.gard@ctsfw.edu
CTSFW Contact
Phone: (260) 452-2100
Email: info@ctsfw.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
We would love to have you be our guest! Whether you have only started to think about becoming a pastor or deaconess or you are already accepted, you are invited to visit us for Prayerfully Consider. Visiting campus adds a richer, fuller dimension to your thoughts as you experience the Seminary for yourself. We’d love to meet you!
Where will I stay?
At the Prayerfully Consider Visit (PCV), you will stay in the dorms on campus. Each room has two closets, two chairs, and two beds. Bedding and towels are provided, as well as restrooms and showers. You will want to bring your own toiletries.
What should I wear?
You are invited to dress casually during the event.
Where will I eat?
PCV guests dine together in Katherine Luther Dining Hall. All meals are provided free of charge.
May I bring my spouse?
As your husband or wife will be a vital help to you as you move through the decision process, you are invited to bring him/her to PCV at no cost.
What will it cost?
PCV is a free event. There are no costs involved while here on the CTSFW campus.
Who should I contact if I have questions about signing up for PCV?
Contact the Admission Office by phone at (800) 481-2155 or email Admission@ctsfw.edu.
Address:
Attn: CTSFW Admission
Concordia Theological Seminary
6600 N. Clinton St
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825