Spring Courses Are Starting Soon – Final Registration Date: January 18 (Sunday) Our 2026 Spring Certificate and Diploma Theology Courses include: If you desire a deeper understanding of God’s Word and hope to serve others and share the Gospel, we sincerely invite you to continue equipping yourself amidst your busy life. We also offer other Bachelor’s and Master’s level programs. Please visit the link for more details. https://zh.asiaseminary.com/index.php/downloads/ You can register through the following links: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.May God bless your study of His Word!
Today, we celebrate Epiphany. It’s easy to miss, because it’s traditionally celebrated on January 6, which isn’t always a Sunday. However, it’s a great time to meditate on the fact that the love of God is not reserved for a certain race or class or culture of people, but rather for all people of all time. No matter who we are, no matter what point in history we live in, no matter what we’ve done, we can be assured that our sins are forgiven because of Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. Arise, shine, for your light ...
ALS faculty and staff wish you a happy new year filled with the Lord’s blessings, grace and peace. Numbers 6:24–26: “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
2 The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. - Isaiah 9:2,6 May this light illuminate your life, bringing hope, peace and joy. Wishing you and your family a blessed Christmas filled with grace!
The course schedule for the Spring 2026 semester is out. You can check it out and sign up through our website. There are many exciting courses being offered this semester which will strengthen your understanding of God’s Word and help you to serve others in the Gospel as well. We offer courses in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. We also have in person and online learning options. The application deadline is January 18, 2026. Registering is simple — just choose one of the following methods to complete your enrollment. 1) Online: Click this link → 2) By ...
On Sunday, Dec. 7th, SALEM held its annual joint worship service, where all members of all SALEM congregations gather to worship once a year as one unified church body in Christ. ALS was able to take part again this year, as a partner of SALEM in theological education. Prof. Tony Barthels brought greetings to the assembly from ALS along with 2 representatives from SALEM’s sister church body in America, the WELS (Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod). Rev. Michael Ewart and Mr. Jim Brandt expressed joy and gratitude for the blessed fellowship the church bodies share together. ALS ...
If you haven’t seen it already, we welcome you to check out our new website: asiaseminary.com . It’s a wonderful resource for learning about our program offerings. We also post updates about courses, news and events, and a weekly devotion. You can also learn about our history, faculty members, our mission and check out our library catalogue! All in one place! We pray this website can be a helpful resource for you.
Merciful Father, Look with compassion on Tai Po and all affected by this tragic fire. Protect the firefighters, rescue workers, and all who are in danger. Bring healing to the injured, comfort to those who have lost loved ones, and peace to those who have been displaced. Grant wisdom to the authorities in dealing with this difficult situation. Even in this dark hour, let your light and love be known. We entrust all those affected to your care, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.
Many cultures around the world celebrate an autumn holiday that centers on the harvest. In the United States, that holiday is Thanksgiving, which will be celebrated this Thursday. It is a special time to give thanks to God for the “harvest” of the past year and for another year of his grace. At Asia Lutheran Seminary, we are thankful for: What blessings from God are you thankful for this year?
President Bare presented on the work of Asia Lutheran Seminary at a Lutheran free conference in Japan. Leaders of the Lutheran Evangelical Christian Church (LECC) attended the conference. Leaders and members of the Lutheran Evangelical Christian Church, ALS’s sister church from Japan, attended the conference. ALS looks forward to continuing its cooperation with LECC on theological education in the future.
