Eligibility
• Member of an LCMS congregation or
• Currently serving a congregation in the Indiana District or
• Engaged in formal study of church music (lessons, college, graduate study), continuing education (workshops, summer programs, conferences).
Guidelines
• Several scholarships are awarded per fiscal year.
• Applications may be submitted at any time. They will be reviewed on a quarterly basis and are distributed thereafter.
• Scholarships are considered/awarded in the order in which they are received.
• In the event that funds remain unawarded at the end of the fiscal year, the remainder of the funds may be awarded at the discretion of the committee.
• Payment of the award is typically awarded to the administrator of the workshop or educational institution.
Steps for applying
• Complete the application form.
• Include a personal statement of purpose no more than 100 words giving the reason why you want to study music for the church.
• Include letter of recommendation. A letter of recommendation from your pastor will suffice. Please see the attached form to share with your pastor.
• Send the application form, statement of purpose, and letter of recommendation via email (preferred – matthew.machemer@ctsfw.edu) or U.S. mail:
Concordia Theological Seminary
C\O Matthew Machemer
6600N. Clinton Street
Fort Wayne, IN, 46825