Student Presentation

1. The Origin of the LCMS The important people, events, and circumstances that brought about the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

3. The destruction of Lutheran doctrine

4. Prussian Union was forcing Lutheran and Reformed churches to hold joint services

5. Confessional Lutheranism, Lutheranism that advocated a return to Reformation doctrines, was arising

7. 700 people including pastors, teachers, and seminary students

8. 4 ships arrived in New Orleans after 2-3 months of travel

11. Convinced many people to go to America

12. Became enamored with his own success

13. Accused of adultery with several women

15. Studied theology at the University of Leipzig

16. Strongly believed the teachings of Martin Luther

17. First president of the LCMS(1847-1850)

18. President of Concordia Theological Seminary in both St. Louis and Ft. Wayne

20. Higher education was necessary Children would eventually lose German language, heritage, and their Lutheran faith Understanding leads to enlightenment Must be well grounded in general learning Children must be taught of the great riches and gifts of God Walther on Christian Education

22. "C.F.W. Walther." Concordia Historical Institute: Department of Archives and History, LCMS. Web. 17 Jan. 2011. <http://www.lutheranhistory.org/collections/fa/m-0004.htm