Dr. Steve Thomason has been appointed Dean of the Chapel of Luther Seminary, effective September 1, 2024. In this new position, Steve will combine his faculty role as associate professor of spiritual formation with spiritual leadership in campus ministry for the Luther Seminary community. He will also continue to create content for Faith+Lead. Steve said, “I’m so excited to serve the people of Luther Seminary and help cultivate our spiritual community. I can’t wait to see what God has in store for us.”
Combining roles is not new to Steve, as the “fusion of art and theology” is a central part of his biography. Steve describes himself as an “art pastor” who thinks and learns visually. He illustrates the Bible, Christian theology, and his own sermons. Steve, an ELCA pastor, brings dynamic experience to this new calling. He has served as pastor of an evangelical mega church in Las Vegas, a house church ministry, and two Lutheran congregations in Minnesota. Steve’s art infuses his preaching, teaching, and spirituality in many ways. At Luther Seminary, Steve convenes the “mindful sketching” group and has led worship creatively in chapel.
Steve is excited to welcome all people to Luther Seminary’s worship and campus ministry, especially those who have been traditionally marginalized or excluded from church and ministry. Steve will work closely with students, staff, and faculty to provide meaningful worship experiences and ongoing pastoral care across the community.