Happy New Year
Next week is the Lunar New Year, ALS wishes everyone a Happy New Year, good health and God’s grace. but also to be thankful for that old, eternal blessing of God’s grace, which he has bestowed upon mankind since the beginning of time.
Professor Emeritus, Dr. Glen Thompson’s Book Wins Award
Christianity Today gave the Award of Merit in History/Biography to Dr. Thompson for his Book, Jingjiao: The Earliest Christian Church in China, saying that it is a balanced, thorough, and accessible history of the Jingjiao adding that the text will be an indispensable resource for students of global Christianity and missiology. We praise God that Dr. Thompson has blessed the kingdom with this hard work and research!
Happy New Year from ALS!
ALS staff and faculty wish all you a happy new year in the Lord. You may have had a good year or not. You may have been healthy this year or not. You may have been wealthy this year or not. The good news is that in the last year and in the next year and all the years to come the grace and love of God is with you. Your sins are forgiven and you are at peace with God now. Live in that peace this next year. Enjoy it!
A King is Born!
ALS faculty and staff would like to wish you a merry Christmas! We hope that it’s one filled with food, gifts, and all sorts of blessings, but we also pray that this time of year you are able to rest in the facts of the Christmas story: that God, made flesh, came down to earth to be born as a humble human being for you!
Discount on tuition to celebrate the 20th Anniversary
The 2025 Spring semester is now open for enrollment! Please check the below link for course details. Additionally, to celebrate the 20th anniversary, from now until February 10, 2025, all the 2025 Spring courses are being offered with a 20% discount on tuition. If you have any questions, please contact our Registrar’s Office. Course: https://en.asiaseminary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Spring-V3.pdf Online Registration: https://reurl.cc/86Gk4R
Sign up for a trip to Turkey with ALS Prof. Emeritus Dr. Glen Thompson!
2025 will mark the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed. Join Dr. Thompson and other experts on a trip to Turkey to learn about the fascinating history of this creed which churches around the world still adhere to and profess regularly. The trip will take place from June 12-21, 2025. ALS program students who sign up are eligible to receive academic credit for this trip as well. Click the message below for more details. https://tutku.travel/tour/NICAEA25
Partnering with Churches Across Asia
Did you know that ALS partners with Lutheran churches throughout Asia to carry out seminary training and workshops? In Thailand, we serve the Confederation of Lutheran Churches (CLC). This group of leaders recently met together to study God’s word together and to continue to grow in unity and faith. At the conference, President Bare presented on the lasting value of the Lutheran Confessions.
ALS + Friends Network attend ATA conference
ALS partnered with Friends Network missionaries to attend this year’s ATA consultation. The conference theme was “Sights, Sounds, and Stories” with a focus on the intersection between art and theological education. Pictured are President Bare and his wife Kim along and Friends Network Missionary Artists Colin and Maida.
Library Workshops at ALS
ALS has been offering library workshops for students this October and November. Through these workshops, students will gain a deeper understanding of the library’s collection resources, as well as how to use the e-library and other support software. This will help them make more effective use of library resources to enhance their theological studies and spiritual growth. If you’re interested in using the library or have questions, please email us at info@als.org.hk
ALS and SALEM hold joint Reformation Service
SALEM and ALS celebrated the Reformation at ALS on October 31 with a wonderful worship service. Professor Tim Matthies reminded us in his message that our confidence is in Christ. We pray that by the power of the Holy Spirit we can remain true to the teachings of the Bible, God’s holy, inspired and inerrant Word.