Archives for November 8, 2023

In this devotion, Hal Dragseth ’71 M.Div. reflects on claiming the promise made in our baptism. Read today’s God Pause.

We gather at 11:00 a.m. CT in the Chapel of the Incarnation and online for chapel.

We welcome Cody Sanders, associate professor of congregational and community care leadership, for a service of Holy Communion.

Share your prayer requests.

Join us for the Global Agape Feast on November 9, 2023 (Thursday during Lunch Church), from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the OCC Dining Room.

We kindly request that you bring a favorite side dish from your own cultural tradition to share with the Luther community. This potluck-style event allows us to enjoy a delicious variety of dishes that represent the rich tapestry of our backgrounds.

Mark your calendars for this day of unity and cultural appreciation.

Your presence will make this event truly special.

See you at the Global Agape Feast!

Were you just recently entranced into ELCA Candidacy or are you in discernment and potentially beginning this journey? Candidacy is a process that will continue throughout your time in seminary if you are planning to be rostered in the ELCA. 

Please join Ashley Wheeler, Associate Director of Candidacy and Vocational Formation; and Deacon Krista Anderson, Region 3 Candidacy and Leadership Manager and Program Director for the Support of Ministers of Word and Service; for an information session on Candidacy, Wednesday November 15, at 12:30 p.m. (central).

 This will be a hybrid event and lunch will be provided for those able to attend in person. Please RSVP for November 15 here. If you cannot attend, a Zoom recording will be available for those that RSVP.

Welcome to the fall semester from Grace Pomroy and Arlene Flancher in the Stewardship Leaders Program (SLP). Because of generous donors, we are able to provide Financial Wellness support for you FREE of CHARGE, and we are very excited about our 2023-24 offerings!  

Please let us know which opportunities you are interested in. We are here to support you every step of the way in a shame-free, judgement-free zone. You can choose any or all of these offerings and we will contact you with more detailed information about how to get started!

Sign up for financial wellness offerings here today!

Questions? Contact Arlene Flancher, SLP Coordinator (aflancher001@luthersem.edu) or Grace Pomroy, SLP Director (gpomroy001@luthersem.edu).

FASPE (Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics) is now accepting applications for its 2024 Seminary program.

FASPE Seminary is a fully-funded, two-week fellowship program in professional ethics and ethical leadership that approaches the study of professional ethics by examining the actions and choices of German and international clergy in enabling Nazi policies. It then draws on this historical example to help Seminary Fellows grasp their responsibility as religious leaders in their field and broader communities to identify and confront the ethical issues currently facing religious leaders of all faiths. The program takes place in Germany and Poland at key sites of historical significance, allowing fellows to benefit from immersive, contextual learning.

Dates: June 21–July 5, 2024

Location: Berlin, Krakow, Oswiecim (Auschwitz)

Cost: All program costs are covered, including travel, lodging, and food.

Application deadline: January 2, 2024

Visit the FASPE website for eligibility information and to apply.