God Pause for September 23: Philippians 2
Posted on September 23, 2026
In this devotion, Terrance L. Stratton ’73 M.Div, ’93 D.Min., notes how Paul honors Christ the servant in his letter to the Philippians. Read today’s God Pause.
Community Announcements
RFS Schedule for Today and Tomorrow
Posted on September 23, 2026
Here’s the schedule of RFS activities for today and tomorrow. For complete details, see the Fall 2026 RFS schedule and Fall 2026 Moodle site. Also note: campus security | campus pastor availability | weather-related announcements
Wednesday, September 23
8:00–10:50 a.m. —Classes
11:00–11:40 a.m. —Service of Holy Communion
11:40 a.m.–12:20 p.m. —Give Day Lunch
12:30–4:20 p.m. —Classes
Thursday, September 24
8:00–10:50 a.m. —Classes
11:00–11:50 a.m. —Lunch Church
12:00–12:30 p.m. —Academic Advising team available
12:00-12:30 p.m. —Campus Tour with Admissions Ambassador
12:30–4:20 p.m. —Classes
4:30–6:30 p.m. —Community Dinner, OCC Dining Room
Give Day Is Here!
Posted on September 23, 2026
Today is Give Day, when students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends come together for 24 hours to support our shared mission and fuel the Sustaining Fund. What’s happening?
– 11 a.m. – Chapel Service
– 11:40 a.m. – Community Meal
– 10:30 a.m to 1 p.m. – Student Gratitude Station (OCC 148): Wear your Luther swag to RFS and stop by to record a 1-minute thank-you video (or submit one online here) to help unlock a $5,000 grant for Student Council programming. Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to celebrate generosity and faith as a Luther community!
Community Dinner – September 24 [In-Person]
Posted on September 23, 2026
The Student Affairs team welcomes you to join us for a delicious community dinner from Holy Land Deli. We will have plenty of options, including vegan and gluten-free, and a selection of soda, wine, and beer. Take some time to relax, chat, and unwind after a long day of classes! Join us on Thursday, September 24 from 4:30–6:00 p.m. in the Olson Campus Center Dining Room. We can’t wait to see you there!
Nominations for Student Council Representatives Are Now Open
Posted on September 23, 2026
Do you know a fellow student who embodies the mission and vision of Luther Seminary? Do you want to grow as a leaders and promote the health in the Luther community? Please follow this link to nominate a classmate or yourself for a representative position on our Student Council. Nominations close at 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 26. Reach out to the Student Election Committee with any questions. Carolina Bowen, cbowen001@luthersem.edu, and Josh Elias, jelias001@luthersem.edu.
Social for Female Seminarians – September 30 [Hybrid]
Posted on September 23, 2026
Join fellow female-identifying seminarians for a time of fellowship, devotion, and a presentation night on Wednesday, September 30. A potluck dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. with meeting to follow at 6 p.m. If you are a distance learner and would like to join our meeting via Zoom, we will work to make that possible. Visit this Google form for more information and to sign up.