In this devotion, Daphne Urban ’21 M.Div., reminds us that the humble, quiet, uncomfortable time of Lent is filled with the promise that God is creating a new heart in us. Read today’s God Pause.
Archives for February 2024
God Pause for February 12: Joel 2
In this devotion, Daphne Urban ’21 M.Div., helps us prepare for Lent with a reminder of God’s grace and mercy. Read today’s God Pause.
Film Screening for Black History Month – Tonight
Join us to view “Have You Heard from Johannesburg” episode 3 (“Selma to Soweto”), which highlights the practice of solidarity across national boundaries.
Monday, February 12, 2024, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in OCC 10. Refreshments provided.
The US was one of the strategically powerful supporters of South Africa during the era of apartheid but also became “a key battleground in the anti-apartheid movement as African Americans led the charge to change the government’s policy toward the apartheid regime.” A grassroots movement to get colleges, city councils, and states to divest their holdings in companies doing business in South Africa spreads across the entire nation pressuring the US Congress to sanction South Africa. The stunning victory was won against the formidable opposition of President Ronald Reagan as African Americans significantly altered US foreign policy for the first time in history.
God Pause for February 9: Mark 9:2-9
In this devotion, Daphne Urban ’21 M.Div., reminds us that Jesus meets our puzzled, doubting selves with confidence and purpose, even as he moves toward his own suffering and death.
Read today’s God Pause.
Welcome New Office of Technology Staff Member Boris Estraykh
Join us in welcoming Boris Estraykh to the Office of Technology as a system administrator. Boris will be supporting systems and network infrastructure at Luther Seminary and Augsburg University as part of our shared services IT team. He brings a wealth of IT experience to our team, and we are very excited to have him onboard. Boris’s office is located in Bockman Hall 7.
Update: OCC West Entrance Open Saturday
The west entrance of the Olson Campus Center will reopen to pedestrian traffic Saturday, February 10. We truly appreciate your patience and support as we work to ensure the safety and integrity of our facilities. Thank you for your understanding.