This scholarship was established in 2025 by the board of Martin Luther Elder Care Ministries (MLECM), an affiliate of Martin Luther Memorial Home, Inc. (MLMH).

Martin Luther Elder Care Ministries exists to serve the spiritual needs of the aging in Michigan, especially those living in care facilities or who are homebound. Working alongside pastors and congregations, we share the comfort of the gospel. Sharing the words of life with those nearing the end of life is at the heart of our ministry.

MLECM partners with a growing network of both active and retired WELS pastors across Michigan. Each pastor in this program conducts weekly worship services in local elder care facilities, bringing God’s Word directly to residents.

To support our mission of serving the spiritual needs of the elderly, the MLECM Board established this annual scholarship. We pray that it encourages and assists students from the state of Michigan who are preparing to serve as ministers.

Scholarship recipients are preseminary students from the state of Michigan who have financial need.