Archives for October 2025

In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., reminds us of God’s persistence and that our strength and hope is in Jesus. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., encourages us to be persistent in prayer.
Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., gives thanks for all the saints, whose thoughts, words, and deeds help us pass on to future generations the good news of Jesus. Read today’s God Pause.

Luther Seminary is supporting students who would like to attend the 2026 ELCA Extravaganza. The Extravaganza is a four-day, in-person event for ELCA congregational leaders in children’s, youth, young adult, and outdoor ministries. The event is January 30-February 2, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Luther Seminary has some funds available to provide limited scholarships for students to attend this event. Scholarships will cover all or part of the registration depending upon the date registered. Note that hotel and travel costs are covered by the student. Sign up for the event on this spreadsheet and you will receive an email with instructions.

In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., shares how the psalmist’s claims of faith in the living God carry us through the darkest days of life. Read today’s God Pause.

Columbus Day is still celebrated on the second Monday of October as a national holiday. Did you know that in Minnesota and a few other places this commemoration is replaced by the celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day? Check out Luther Seminary Library’s brief bibliography on Native American Heritage and Indigenous Religions of North America to learn more!