As a Christ-centered university of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, we invite you to grow in faith, serve others, and discover your calling in light of the Gospel. Here, you’ll have space to grow in your relationship with Christ, discover your unique calling, and live that out through meaningful service to others. These three threads are woven into life at CSP—in classrooms, in worship, in friendships, and in the way we walk alongside one another as a community.
At the heart of Faith & Ministry at CSP is living out who we are together. Whether it’s through worship, service, small groups, or leadership opportunities, we are here to walk with you. Dive into the opportunities below and see how you can get involved in the vibrant faith community at CSP.
We can’t wait to walk with you on your journey of faith at Concordia.
More than a Job – A Calling
CSP’s Church Work programs equip students to serve in any ministry setting.
The Church Work Tuition Guarantee means eligible students pay no more than $6,000 in tuition per year.
Pre-seminary students pay nothing in tuition.
Live Your Faith
Engaging on-campus ministry options are available, such as daily chapel, bible studies, a mentoring program, and more.
CSP Ministry
CSP Ministry is a Christ-centered ministry rooted in God’s Word that offers intentional opportunities for nurturing relationships to God and to each other. Connect with our CSP Ministry Team to learn more about chapel, bible studies, and other fellowship events. Join us for morning chapel at 11:00 a.m. (Monday-Friday).
Solus Christus is a mentoring program that fosters reflection on the connections between the Christian faith, academic learning, and life together. At the center of the program is the Christian Gospel – the free and enlivening work of Jesus Christ.
Learn MoreThe Beautiful Feet Conference is held annually on a Concordia University campus, rotating from campus to campus throughout the Concordia University System. Taking its name from Isaiah 52:7, it is a conference planned by students for students with a focus on outreach and missions.
View EventThroughout the academic year, various departments and colleges host convocations and lectures. Of particular note for Faith & Ministry are the Poehler Lecture, the Vern Gundermann Reformation Heritage Lecture, and the Hoffmann Institute Lecture.
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Serving the Church
Find placement in the Church, utilize resources from the Center for Biblical Studies, or get in touch with our Church Relations team.
Meet the Faith & Ministry Team
Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann – VP of Faith & Ministry
Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann serves as Vice President of Faith and Ministry and Chief Mission Officer. He serves on the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for assisting the University in maintaining a strong institutional mission and identity as a Christ-centered Lutheran university.
Rev. Dr. Samuel Deressa
Associate Professor of Theology and the Global South, Fiechtner Chair for Christian Outreach, Director of DCO Program
Dr. Heath Lewis, DCE
Associate Professor of Christian Education & Leadership; Associate Chair, Department of Theology & Ministry
Prof. Shelly Schwalm, DCE
Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry, DCE (Director of Christian Education) Program Director
Dr. Suzanne Starks, LCT
Professor of Education, LCT (Lutheran Classroom Teacher) Program Director, & Chair of Early Childhood Licensure
Dr. Paul von Kampen, LTC
Director of Choral Activities; Director of Church and School Engagement Through the Fine Arts