Archives for February 2024

The Stewardship Leaders Program and Contextual Learning are thrilled to announce the winning interns who will be participating in the seminary’s first Stewardship Scholars Fellowship. Congratulations to Jackie Ryan, Jacob Summerville, Katie Elkin, and Lynnette Rose. Each of these interns submitted an application outlining their intention to work on an internship project related to stewardship, financial wellness, and/or church funding. We are looking forward to working alongside them and learning together as they do this work. Congratulations to all!

In this devotion, Rolf Jacobson ’91 M.Div., Alvin N. Rogness Professor of Scripture, Theology, and Ministry at Luther Seminary, helps us get back to rolling on the floor laughing. Read today’s God Pause.

The Luther Seminary Library offers many books focused on Black history and theology. Also check out our many online resources for the same subject.

Ash Wednesday begins a period of Lenten preparation as we reflect on Jesus’ life, crucifixion, and resurrection. This Lent, Luther Seminary Library is providing a free resource called Theology of the Cross and Hope of the Resurrection: Resources for Lent 2024—a spiritual guide with readings, daily prayers, thoughtful articles, and of course, rich books on the theology of the cross and resurrection. Check it out on the library website.

Jhenna Becker will transition from a Faith+Lead contractor to employee as learning project manager effective February 20, 2024. Jhenna is a graduate of Bethel University with a background in copywriting and journalism. She has become a valuable team member in the past year as a contractor, and we look forward to her contributions in this new role. Questions? Contact Alicia Granholm, senior director of Faith+Lead, agranholm001@luthersem.edu.

In this devotion, Amy Marga, Professor of Systematic Theology, Luther Seminary, reminds us that there is no place on earth Jesus is too afraid or weak to go. Read today’s God Pause.