# LCMS Convention Workbook_St. Louis Missouri_1981_S341
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Thomas N. Olsen, 49, Allendale, NJ:
Bethlehem, Ridgewood (NJ); elementary
school principal. S, Bd. of Control, Bronxville
4. C. SS teacher 20, SS Supt. 15. O. Pres. NJ
Dist. WL 1; Exec. Bd. Dist. WL 10.

Albert W. Bahr

1. Since 1974 I have been privileged to serve as
a member of the Board of Control, Bronx-
ville; also as secretary for several years. As
Concordia stands ready to enter its second
century, I feel past service, being a pastorin
its service area and alumnus, qualify me for
continuing.

2. It is a joy to me that Synod has remained
consistent in its fidelity to the Word and its
concern to be about the King’s business—
preaching the Good News and reaching
people near and far.

3. Synod should remain steadfast in its con-
cern for a well-trained preaching and
teaching ministry. For quality Christian
education in all of its schools. For mission
outreach at home and abroad. For equip-
ping a laity that will go and tell, share and
love.

Ernst R. Pflug *

1. I would look forward to the privilege of
continuing to serve on the Board of Control
at Bronxville for two reasons: (1) The con-
gregation I serve has a student body
numbering 230, and I feel I havea grasp for
the needs of the schools of the Synod in this
area of the country.

2. My greatest joy is that our Synod has
forthrightly returned to its position of un-
qualified identification of the Scripture as
the infallible and inerrant Word of God in
allits parts. I sense a new joy in confidently
moving ahead with the use of this vehicle of
the Holy Spirit.

3. The church of Jesus Christ has only one
mission: “to teach all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of the
Son and of the Holy Ghost, teaching them
to observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you.” Our effort to gather $40
million will help to carry out this goal
through the training of faithful clergy and
teachers, and to opening new fields of
mission work to bring people to confess
Jesus Christ as Lord.

Delbert R. Roth *

1. Fora long time! have had a deep interest in
the quality of education we give to our
young people, especially those who are
preparing for service to our Lord in the
church. Personally I try to keep abreast
with new developments in my field, and others,
through continuing education courses.

2. My greatest joy is that we have returned toa
more conservative approach to the Holy
Scriptures in our colleges and seminaries.
My greatest disappointment is the apparent
vacillation by some in Synod regarding our
doctrinal position and our stated position
on fellowship.

3. I believe we need to continue to train a
highly motivated group of lay people and
pastors, as well as other professionals, who
are dedicated to the message of Jesus
Christ, Son of God, and Savior of the world.
I believe we must continue, and strengthen
our help to people having physical and
emotional needs so they can see the Gospel
active in our lives.

Albert P. Zoller

1. I graduated from the prep schoo] and also
from the junior college and consequently
know its needs. In addition, we have a
Christian day school here at St. Paul, and
with an educational emphasis I am aware
of the needed educational programs which
Synod needs to maintain.

2. A great joy—the emphasis on the clear

NOMINATIONS

proclamation of the Gospel of our Lord
Jesus Christ. A disappointment~—a fear
and lack of honesty in dealing with synod-
ical problems and other denominations.

3. (a) We need to continue to develop a strong

educational program for our colleges and
seminaries. (b) We need to develop District
programs which bring the congregations of
our Synod together in spiritually uplifting
activities. (c) We need to develop a better
sense of public relationships which demon-
strate the positive contributions of our
church to the spiritual and material needs
of people.

Betty A. Duda

1.

Iam presently on the Board of Trustees and
Executive Committee of Rollins College in
Winter Park, FL. I am also on the Advisory
Council of the University of Central Florida
in Orlando, FL. Having attended Concordia
High School and Concordia Teachers
College, River Forest, IL, has enabled meto
serve the Lord in my home, church, and
community.

. Synod has recognized the importance of the

LWML mission thrust and the ability of the
organization to get things done for the
Lord. Working for Synod through the
LWML has been a joy. Synod is all of us—
not “‘them” and “me.”

. The positive emphasis on evangelism is a

step in the right direction. We should be
running rather than walking in response to
the Great Commission of the Lord. We in
the Lutheran Church are blessed with the
Bible in its truth and purity. Let our enthus-
iasm in sharing these truths be infectious
throughout Synod for all to want to know
Him as we do. More convocations like
November 1980.

Thomas N. Olsen *

1.

T have been involved in the educational
field my entire adult life. I have taught the
entire spectrum from preschool to graduate
level students. I have been an elementary
school principal for 25 years. I have been a
public school board member and a member
and president of our local library board.

. I feel our Synod must continue to ‘keep

check” on the theological position that has
been its heritage. I am thrilled that we are
able to move forward in our mission pro-
gram through our “Open Doors” program. I
am overjoyed with the increase in the
number of candidates that have enrolled in
our two fine seminaries.

. To continue the efforts to make our schools

educationally excellent and theologically
sound so that in the period of nationally
declining enrollments, our synodical young
people will find our schools too attractive to
pass by. To give greater emphasis tochurch
vocations. To expand our mission program
both at home and abroad. To develop
Synodwide programs for personal growth,
understanding, and involvement for our
current membership in faith, mission, and
stewardship.

BOARD OF CONTROL
CONCORDIA, MO.

1 pastor, 1 layperson to be elected.

PASTORS

Roy W. Bingenheimer, 46, Leon, IA: Our

Savior (IW); pastor. D. Cir. Cslr. 9; Chm.
Pastors Conf. 3; Dean Yth. Camp 3. C. Pastor

20.

Paul G. Sieveking, 30, Ireton, IA: St.

Paul (IW); pastor. S. Conv. Dele. 1. D. Stewp.
Sub-com. 1. C. Pastor 5.

LAYPERSONS

Roger L. Alewel, 43, Concordia, MO: St.

Paul (MO); self-employed. S. Bd. of Control,
SPC 7. C. SS Supt. 4; Usher 2.

Clyde E. Spruell, 51, Chickasha, OK:

First (OK); financial mgmt. & prof. C. Pres. 12;
Trustee 11; Treas. 2; Scoutmaster 6. O.
Academy of Mgmt.; Amer. Mgmt. Assoc.;
Chamber of Commerce; Rotary Intl.; Pro
Musica Bd. Dir.; Natl. Contract Mgmt. Assoc.
B.B.A., M.B.A., Ph.D. degrees.

Roy W. Bingenheimer

1.

Three of my children and I have attended
school at St. Paul’s College, Concordia,
MO. I am deeply interested in the welfare of
the school. 20 years in the ministry, plus
service on boards and committees on a local
level, give me some experience as an
administrator.

. My greatest joy is Synod’s stand on the

Word of God. What the Word states is
wrong or right must be followed if the
people who must live it like it or not. My
greatest disappointment is the lack of
action taken against some who don’t follow
the clear Word of God.

. Continue to proclaim the Word with all

boldness, and the increase, or growth, will
come. Train men and women to take the
truth of the Gospel to the people in their
locality and live the Word as they day by
day show their concern for the needs of
their fellowman.

Paul G. Sieveking

1.

As an alumnus of St. Paul’s College I will
always have a warm spot in my heart for
this school. I believe that it can serve our
church in preparing young people for all
kinds of ministry. I want to see this school
prosper, and I am willing to serve.

. The theme of our Synod’s 1979 convention

is one of great joy, “God Opens Doors.” Asa
church we must remember this. It is His
church. He opens the doors for us. He
provides the opportunities for mission. He
provides the people. Let us trust Him and
serve Him.

. In Acts 1:8 our Lord gives us the direction

our Synod must go. “You shall be my
witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea
and Samaria and to the end of the earth.”
Begin at home with an emphasis on educa-
ting our people and evangelism in our
communities, and then move out, through
the open doors, with an emphasis on
missions. It is time to put controversy and
bitterness behind us and get on with the
Lord’s work.

Roger L. Alewel

1.

I have served this position for eight years. I
am located in close proximity to the school
and am personally aware of facilities,
faculty, and students.

. My disappointment is the lack of concern

among parish pastors as to the needs of the
synodical schools. I am joyful of financial
support by many laypersons.

. More emphasis on Christian education

within the parish and the District, to
include day schools, high schools, and
junior colleges.

Clyde E. Spruell

1.

2.

The Board of Control could utilize my
professional and personal talents as a
dedicated and articulate scholar and pro-
fessiona] administrator in higher educa-
tion. I have 27 years experience as an
administrator of business and university
organizations. During a major portion of
this time I have held significant managerial
and professional positions.

My greatest joy is that the Synod has been
able to continue its leadership role and
function as a viable organization after
doctrinal differences led certain groups to
separate themselves from the Synod. Today
the Synod is moving toward greater evan-
gelism through personal involvement of