Study at University Lutheran Chapel
As a university student, you find yourself academically challenged every day. Learning is, after all, the main point of going to college. It is also one of the main reasons for having a campus ministry. At ULC you will find all sorts of opportunities to study and grow in your faith. ULC offers indepth catechesis (instruction) and studies on a wide variety of topics. Whether you are looking for an indepth, verse-by-verse study of the Scriptures, a topical study that will help you face a challenging or controversial issue in the university classroom, or a course on the basics of the Christian faith, you can find it at ULC.
You can also take advantage of unique opportunities to study at the feet of some of the great theologians and pastors of the Lutheran Church. Each year ULC invites at least three major speakers to come and teach our students and members. Past speakers have included such luminaries as:
Bishop Obare of Kenya speaking at ULC
Current Studies:
Sunday morning Bible Class meets at 8:45 each Sunday morning in the chapel lounge. This is a great study to get indepth in the Scriptures.
Current Topic: The Book of Philippians
Table Talk meets each Wednesday evening at 6:00 p.m. for a ULC homemade meal and topical Study. Past studies have included Bioethics, the Apostolic Fathers, the Theology of the Cross, Worship and the Body, to name but a few. Be sure to stay after for Wednesday Evening Vespers!
Current Topic: The Old Testament and History.
Now you can listen to Table Talk sessions online. Just click on the link below and then follow the directions on the web page. Thanks to Tim Beach and Glory of Christ Lutheran Church for putting this together for us!
Spring, 2008 - Symbolism in the Church
Fall, 2008 - On Gender and Identity - Audio
Fall, 2007 Table Talk - Worship in the Scriptures and Today
2006-2007 Table Talk - The Book of Revelation
Spring, 2006 Table Talk - The Hammer of God
This study meets in the homes of members in our congregation once each month during the school year.
Next Study: December 13, 2008
Join us for LSF Sunday Lunch every other Sunday after the Divine Service to go out for lunch and talk about issues in university life, life in general, and theology. There is a new topic each time, which makes this a great study if you can't make it several weeks in a row.
Next study: December 7, 2008. Topic: Stump the Pastor
Didache is a course in the basic teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod as they are drawn from the Holy Scriptures, confessed in the Small Catechism and expressed in the liturgy. This course is intended for those who seek communicant membership in the LCMS as well as those who desire a refresher course in doctrine. If you are interested, please contact Pastor Kind. A new course will begin in Spring Semester
Junior Catechesis
Catechism classes are available to children in preparation for confirmation and full participation at the Lord's Supper.
Resources for confirmation class:
During the regular school year, ULC offers Sunday School classes to children from pre-school through the 8th grade. Classes are taught by members using the standard curriculum from Concordia Publishing House. Students are also taught to memorize the Small Catechism and several of the chief hymns used in Church.
Vacation Bible School was held June 16th -20th. We had a great time learning about the church year and trying our hands at making a traditional icon. Watch this page in the Spring for details about next summer's VBS.
Patristics Study Group
During the regular school year, ULC hosts a monthly study group at which we read and discuss the writings of the Early Church fathers. Patristics meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. and provides a wonderful forum for the discussion of theological issues past and present. Participating pastors usually take turns leading each session. Guest speakers are occasionally invited to give a presentation in their field of study. Recent guest presenters have included Dr. Oliver Olsen and Dr. Jim Nestingen. Our current topic is The Ecumenical Councils. Though primarily a clergy study group, interested ULC students are invited and encouarged to attend and participate. For more information visit the Patristics page. Next session: November 17, 2008.
Lay Academy of Theology
After many years and many great courses, the Lay Academy of Theology has been discontinued. However, you can still listen to past courses.
Spring 2005 "Doctrinal Issues in the Missouri Synod" with Rev. David Kind.
Fall 2004 "Grace and the Human Will" with Dr. Gordon Bynum.
Spring 2004 "Nisi Rite Vocatus: A Study dealing with the issue of the Office of the Holy Ministry in the Church in light of Augsburg Confession, Article 14, the Holy Scriptures, and the history of the Church" with Dr. Jon Bruss and Rev. David Kind.
Fall 2003 "Creation vs. Evolution" with Rev. Paul Bartz.
On Being a Theologian of the Cross
Biblical/World History Timeline 
Map of the Apostles' Travels and Martyrdoms according to Tradition
Ignatius of Antioch and Polycarp of Smyrna
Faith Goes to the Movies: The Fellowship of the Ring