Pre-Deaconess Studies

A Deaconess is someone dedicated to a life of spiritual care of those in need. Historically, deaconesses have served their Lord in many capacities. They have been spiritual care providers, teachers, and nurses on the staff of congregations and institutional agencies of the church. They have been especially devoted to the spiritual care of the unfortunate. The Pre-Deaconess program at Concordia University St. Paul prepares students for Word and Service ministry as a Deaconess. Beginning the program at Concordia St. Paul, the pre-deaconess student may transfer at the beginning of the junior year for continued preparation in the Concordia, River Forest, Deaconess program, or may graduate from CSP and may continue preparation at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis or Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne, Indiana earning the Master of Arts and the Deaconess certification.