God Pause for September 11: Matthew 18
Posted on September 11, 2026
In this devotion, Sue Lynn White ’17 M.Div., reminds us that we are first forgiven and then encouraged to forgive in turn. Read today’s God Pause.
Community Announcements
Students: Get Ready for Fall 2026 RFS
Posted on September 11, 2026
Students, Fall RFS (September 19-25) is on campus at Luther Seminary. As you make final preparations for travel and learning, please review these reminders and resources: Fall 2026 RFS schedule | Fall 2026 Moodle site. Contact academicdean@luthersem.edu with any questions. Sign up for free, professional headshots on this spreadsheet (must be logged in to your luthersem email).
Healthy Boundaries Workshops – New Session Added [Online]
Posted on September 11, 2026
Luther Seminary is hosting Healthy Boundaries Workshops this summer and fall. All new students and any returning students who haven’t completed this non-degree requirement are encouraged to register. Both parts 1 and 2 must be completed to fulfill this requirement. Part 1 is a synchronous, one-hour Zoom; part 2 is online and asynchronous.
– Thursday, Sept 17 at 5 p.m. CT
– Thursday, Oct 1 at 10 a.m. CT
Pre-registration is required prior to each workshop. Register online here.
Library Resources for Upcoming Fretheim Lecture with Craig Koester
Posted on September 11, 2026
On September 22, Luther Seminary professor emeritus Craig Koester will present “The Death of Jesus and the Message of Life.” Here’s a brief bibliography for Dr. Koester along with resources for other scholars working in biblical theology.
The Luther Seminary Community Google Calendar
Posted on September 11, 2026
For an easy way to stay informed about upcoming events, check out the Luther Seminary Community calendar. The calendar shares information about any seminary event open to the entire Luther community, to all students, or to all faculty and/or staff. Examples include chapel, community meals, social events, and important dates like upcoming Residential Focus Sessions. You can add the calendar to your regular Google calendar view and submit events via the community announcements submission process. (Note this calendar is for informational purposes only and does not reserve a room for you—use Coursedog to reserve a space on campus. Contact communic@luthersem.edu with questions.
God Pause for September 10: Matthew 18
Posted on September 10, 2026
In this devotion, Sue Lynn White ’17 M.Div., considers how Jesus continually reaches out to us to restore relationships. Read today’s God Pause.