For Future Leaders

The ELCA is here to help and guide those called by God to pursue educational opportunities in the Lutheran tradition and live as leaders in the church. One place to start is Journi, a free resource to help people discern and explore their call and learn more about the abundant possibilities to live their lives in service to the church. Podcasts, videos, quizzes and articles are available for you build your spiritual toolbox.

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For those who imagine themselves in a higher education environment that provides academic excellence to prepare them for bright futures, there are 26 ELCA-affiliated liberal arts colleges and universities around the country. Deeply rooted in the Lutheran tradition, our colleges and universities offer residential learning experiences with small class sizes that help students gain essential skills and hone their leadership skills.

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ELCA’s seminaries offer graduate theological educational institutions that prepare students to take God’s word to the world by providing them a deep study of Scripture, tradition, Lutheran Confessions and the rich history of the church. The ELCA is committed to identify and support students to whom God has called to mission and leadership in the church.