CLTS hosts preaching retreat

CLTS President Thomas Winger leads the opening session of the retreat.

ST. CATHARINES, Ont. – From June 17-19, Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (CLTS) hosted a preaching retreat.

Pastors from as far away as Ohio and Manitoba gathered at the seminary for an exciting retreat, with session led by faculty members and visiting experts, all aimed at enhancing the preaching skills of the pastors. Topics included improving non-verbal communication, selecting effective words, and delving into the timeless Lutheran approach to preaching.

As the event was a retreat, time was also set aside for prayer and worship, with services led by individual participants. The Tuesday afternoon provided a delightful break, with a visit to the picturesque Niagara-On-The-Lake. During this time, participants toured the historic St. Mark’s Anglican church and also enjoyed a tasting at Ironwood Cidery. The day concluded with a barbeque in the scenic vineyards, followed by a Vespers service at Trinity Lutheran Church.

As the retreat came to a close on Wednesday, everyone agreed that it had been a rejuvenating experience. Planning for the next preaching retreat has already commenced.

Organizers are grateful to all those who contributed to the success of the retreat, especially those who made donations to cover the cost of the event through GoFundMe.

CLTS Release

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