Seminarians wait years and anticipate months ahead for two of the most exciting days of their lives. Vicarage placement occurs near the end of a student's second year of theological study. At that time men learn where in the church they will spend a year of vicarage (internship) somewhere in the synod. After the vicarage year men return for a final year of study. Then, best of all, is the night on which men receive their first Call into the ministry. The Call Service gathers families and the seminary community. No one knows where the Lord will send them. It might be to Arizona, New Jersey, Michigan, Latin America or another foreign field. But wherever God calls them, the joy of that first Call is something dearly held forever. The picture above of men going to eastern Iowa meeting with their district president. Deaconess Candidates also rejoice at their Call services. In May of 2015, Aaron will receive his vicarage assignment and Diana will also be eligible for graduate deaconess service.
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