Welcome!
For more than a century our school has stood at the intersection of faith and formation, guiding young men and women to recognize their calling in Jesus. At MLS, students are equipped not only to enter college, but also to live their faith in today’s world as ministers of the gospel or congregation members who serve their families and communities. The impact of our ministry is felt in WELS congregations and schools across our nation and in the mission fields of the world.
This mission is supported with gifts from God’s people, like you, through your church’s Congregation Mission Offerings as well as special gifts. Your generosity makes it possible for us to promise that finances will not be the reason that a student does not receive a ministry focused, Christ-centered education at MLS. Together we have the privilege to invest in our children as we partner to encourage and equip students for the public ministry of the gospel.
Thank you for your partnership! Please reach out to me to learn more.
Loving and serving Him,
President Mark Luetzow,
MLS Mission Advancement Director
Ways to Support the Ministry of MLS
Donate to MLS
Your gift is a great encouragement to the MLS family and will be a blessing to many others both now and in the distant future. You can donate online via our donation form or via a check mailed to:
2777 Hardin Street, Saginaw, MI 48602
Support MLS Through Planned Giving
See below for information on how to leave a legacy through a planned gift to MLS. Visit wels.net/giving-tools for information about donating stock and making qualified charitable distributions from your IRA.
Support Our Long-term Plans
We have been given the task of encouraging and equipping high school students for the public ministry of the gospel. The Lord has called us to do that important work, and we trust that he will bless the good works that he has prepared in advance for us to do. Our strategic plan – Chosen People, Special Purpose – more precisely defines how we want to accomplish that purpose for the next three years. View the Strategic Plan here.
Learn About the MLS Foundation
The MLS Foundation was established in 2001 as a public charity to assist high school students financially as they train for the public ministry. The MLS Foundation also assists students by funding special programs and projects, underwriting non-budgeted items for the school, supporting international cross-cultural programs, providing financial aid to MLS students, and providing college scholarships to Martin Luther College. Learn more about the MLS Foundation here.
News and Events
Stay up to date with the latest news and events at MLS.
MLS Impact Partners Program
This program connects mission-minded businesses with a school community dedicated to encouraging students toward lives of Christian service. Sponsorships directly support MLS students, ministry recruitment, and extra-curricular programs that embody our Lutheran identity. Learn more about MLS Impact Partners here.
View Our Donation Wish List
Every gift helps! Would you be willing to furnish one of the items on our Wish List? View the MLS Wish List here.
Share the MLS Mission with Others
You can help spread the word about MLS and our mission! We’ve provided access to resources you can use in your church or school, or share with family and friends. View MLS promotional materials here.
Leave a Legacy
Originally established as a seminary for the Michigan Synod, MLS has not wavered in its mission to train workers for God’s church. Since 1910, MLS has been a dedicated high school that encourages and equips students for the public ministry of the gospel.
Your partnership in this mission is invaluable. Your planned giving and estate commitments play a crucial role in sustaining and furthering our ministry for years to come. For that reason, Michigan Lutheran Seminary partners with the MLS Foundation and the WELS Foundation to support families in creating thoughtful estate plans that reflect their faith and values. Together, they provide guidance and resources to help families make meaningful charitable gifts that sustain Christian education for future generations.
If you would like to schedule a visit to discuss supporting MLS, please contact our Director of Mission Advancement, President Mark Luetzow. Office: (989) 793-1010 x 223 or mark.t.luetzow@mlsem.org. You may also contact our WELS Christian Giving Counselors at (800) 827-5482 or the MLS Foundation Donor Relations Director, Josh Wakefield at (989) 992-6929.
