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Vision Statement
Our vision as Lutherans is to be Christ-like servants of hospitality
sent to share God's gift of grace in Jesus Christ
in the community of Appalachia.

Schools
and the
West Virginia --
Western Maryland Synod
ELCA

The West Virginia -- Western Maryland Synod upholds the proud tradition of education that is part of the legacy of the Lutheran Reformation. Martin Luther was the first advocate for a general education to be provided to every child regardless of gender or social standing--a startling concept for the 16th century! Our synod relates to a Lutheran College, a Lutheran Seminary, an institute for rural ministry. The congregations of this synod relate to and/or operate day care services, preschools, and kindergartens.

Preschools

St. Mark's Christian Early Learning Center, St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Oakland, MD
St. Paul Lutheran Preschool, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Huntington, WV
Family Matters Child Care Center, Martinsburg, WV

For more information about the ELCA's role in Preschool and K-12 education or for help locating a Lutheran school, visit the ELCA's Department for Schools & Early Childhood Education.

Lutheran Colleges

Thiel is an excellent four year college, offering values-based education with relevance for a lifetime. It offers more than 45 majors, and boasts a 98% graduate placement rate.

Thiel is supported by this synod and the synods of SW Penn and NW Penn.

For more information about ELCA colleges and universities, click here.

Lutheran Seminaries

The Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg, PA (LTSG) is the ELCA's oldest and most historic seminary. It is supported by the synods of Region 8, ELCA, including the WV-WMD Synod. LTSG provides training in a variety of theological disciplines. Degrees offered include the M.Div., M.A.R., M.A.M.S., and S.T.M.. Certification programs include certification in Diaconal Studies and Youth and Family Ministry. The seminary also offers ongoing continuing education programs and special seminars designed for both clergy and lay members. LTSG is the home of the Town and Country Church Institute, the Institute for Luther Studies, and the Center for Theology and Public Life. Area concentrations are available in Town & Country Ministry and Theology & Public Life.


Town and Country Church Institute	Institute for Luther Studies	Center for Theology and Public Life

Click here for information about theological education in the ELCA.

Rural Ministry Studies Program

RMSP is an annual institute which explores issues related to doing ministry in rural Appalachia. It is a joint project of ELCA and PCUSA pastors. It is open to seminarians, clergy, and interested laity. [Link coming soon; text/description pending approval--mlr]

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