Archives for 2024

In this devotion, David J. Meissner ’70 M.Div., notes that as we come to the table needy and broken, we receive life and go forth filled and healed, loved and forgiven. Read today’s God Pause.

Brené Brown’s work on bold leadership is life-changing for leaders in many fields. Faith+Lead’s learning community, led by certified Dare to Lead facilitator Sarah Ciavarri, applies the insights and practices of Brown’s research to the unique challenges of faith leadership. Current Luther Seminary students are eligible for full scholarships to participate in this opportunity that can change how you see yourself as a leader. Dare to Lead for Faith Leaders begins September 10, 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.

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.