Home2020A White Paper on the Current Context of Pastoral Formation Commentaries A White Paper on the Current Context of Pastoral Formation Written by the Rev. Dr. James Baneck, executive director of LCMS Pastoral Education, this document is intended to promote continued conversation, across the Synod, about pastoral formation. Download white paper LCMS Pastoral Education — lcms.org/pastoral-education Print page James Baneck The Rev. Dr. James A. Baneck is the executive director for Pastoral Education. Share This Previous ArticleIt’s not my job to save the church Next ArticleHas the Offering Plate Been Passed By? May 12, 2020