Archives for July 2024

In this devotion, David J. Meissner ’70 M.Div., meditates on our call to use our gifts, abilities, and resources in service of God’s kingdom. Read today’s God Pause.

Check out these resources from the Luther Seminary library on the timely topic of antisemitism.

On August 7 there will be a road trip to experience rural culture at FarmFest in Morgan, Minnesota. We will leave at 7 a.m. in a van. It is a couple of hours out, and we will arrive at the fest around 9:30. This will be an opportunity to learn about the economics, politics, and lifestyles of rural and small town people in this part of the midwest. The festival event is aimed at the larger and more future leaning farmers in the region by its organizers. Check out the Minnesota Farmfest Schedule of Events. The cost of the van is covered by rural ministry funds. The cost to enter and to eat during the day will be the participants responsibility. Here is more information about the trip, and here is a sign-up sheet.

If you preached during the last election season, you’re probably feeling the weight of it all again—members in your congregation divided, tensions running high, and the pressure on you to navigate these turbulent waters. How can you preach honestly, effectively, and faithfully in the midst of it all? Faith+Lead’s upcoming live workshop Preaching in an Age of Polarization fosters grace-filled dialogue to avoiding partisan rhetoric and provides ideas on avoiding common pitfalls you might face while preaching to a divided congregations. Join us live August 22, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Central. Luther Seminary students can access the workshop—and many other resources—for free until September.

In this devotion, David J. Meissner ’70 M.Div., recommends deep gratitude to God for feeding us and profound effort to feed others. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, David J. Meissner ’70 M.Div. writes that God continually reveals faithfulness, mercy, and steadfast love. Read today’s God Pause.