Nominee biography

Donald J. Fondow

Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents

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Official nominee source text from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

Official nominee source text

Photo of Donald J. Fondow from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.
Section
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
Office/position
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
Candidate category
commissioned
Source page
p. 71
Election line
Elect 1 minister of religion—commissioned (3-year term)

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Additional official source text

Donald J. Fondow+, Park Rapids, MN; St. John, Park Rapids MN (MNN); LCMS 72; Ret. Parish Pastor/Dist. Pres. S: LCMS COP , Conc. Univ. Governance TF, BOD Luth. Serv. in Amer., BOR CSP . D: ND Miss. Facil. 3, ND Pres. My serving as a regent this past triennium has led me to an even greater commitment to the university’s mission and to the desire to see key initiatives through to completion, particularly given the current challenges facing higher education. I wish to continue to contribute to the fulfillment of the ongoing strategic plan and long-term projects that have been undertaken in light of the significant trends such as a demographic cliff, rising costs, a competitive environment, and a shortage of church workers. It’s a blessing to see how the Lord is using CSP to assist its students to grow in His grace and in knowledge of the truth of His Word.

MINISTERS OF RELIGION—COMMISSIONED

Elect 1 minister of religion—commissioned (3-year term)

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