Support Anthony Alvarez's Path to Ministry

Hello friends,

My name is Anthony Alvarez, and I’m honored to share that I’ve been accepted into Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, where I’ll be pursuing a Master of Divinity degree. I am in candidacy with the Oregon Synod of the ELCA to become a rostered minister of Word and Sacrament.

I am fulfilling a call I have felt throughout my life—through ministry work, personal growth, and most recently, getting sober in April 2024. God has led me both through struggles and healing, and now I feel called to serve, using my life experiences to reach the marginalized.

Seminary is not only a spiritual commitment, but a hefty financial one as well. I have been blessed to receive a scholarship to cover a percentage of the cost of school; however, I have additional fees that I will need to cover for the first semester.

Your support means the world to me, and I understand that, given the current climate, financial support isn't possible for everyone. Support takes many shapes, including prayers, hugs, high-fives, and willingness to share this campaign with the wider community. I am also happy to have open dialogue about any aspect of this path to ministry, including my journey in sobriety. Thank you all for the support.