Living Out Our Callings at Home - CD

This series of five audio CDs captures the plenary presentations of the 2004 Mid-Winter Convocation at Luther Seminary, themed Living Out Our Calling At Home.

Dr. Diana Garland

Director of the Center for Family & Community Ministries; Chair of the School of Social Work, Baylor University, Waco, Texas

An author, lecturer, and consultant, Dr. Garland has worked with numerous agencies, universities, churches, and religious organizations in the area of family ministry. She is currently conducting research on family faith and on the strengths and challenges of families in Christian congregations. Her books include: Sacred Stories of Ordinary Families: Living the Faith in Daily Life; Family Ministry; and, Precious in His Sight: A Guide to Child Advocacy.

Dr. James Nestingen

Professor of Church History, Luther Seminary

Dr. Nestingen has taught at Luther Seminary for over 20 years. He has a deep-rooted passion for teaching key concepts at the very heart of Lutheranism. Prior to teaching at Luther, he led congregations in Oregon, Toronto and Tanzania, Africa. His books include: The Faith We Hold; Martin Luther: His Life and His Writings; Roots of Our Faith; and Free to Be, co-authored with Gerhard Forde.

Dr. Roland Martinson

Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Children, Youth and Family Ministry, Luther Seminary

For nearly 30 years, Dr. Martinson has taught pastors and lay leaders to be pro-active in shaping families for life and faith and to be responsive to ministering to families in crises. He is a member of the National Council on Family Relations. His written works include: Sexual Orientation: The History and Significance of an Idea; Gearing Up for Youth Ministry in the 21st Century; Couch or Confessional.