Archives for April 17, 2026

In this devotion, Michael DeKraai ’90 M.Div., considers how we respond when we experience God’s unexpected presence. Read today’s God Pause.

Planning for your summer courses? Consider the elective “God the Holy Spirit” to learn more about the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives and throughout the world. The course fulfills an elective requirement for Systematic Theology and Justice and Reconciliation. It is offered online asynchronous, though you will have a choice for asynchronous and synchronous small groups. Contact Lois Malcolm (lmalcolm@luthersem.edu) for more information.

The Luther Seminary Library offers a short bibliography on the current issues of immigration. Is there a theology of immigration?This month’s resource relates to the issues of the US southern border and theology and ministry, and it includes a map of the “Refugee Highway.” Check out these many new books (2024-2026) on the subject.

Help out at the Minneapolis Area Synod Assembly. Candidates, interns, and recent graduates are invited to join us at Synod Assembly by serving as a Floor Team member (a non-voting volunteer). This team assists with training on the Assembly app, bringing information or treats to attendees, and anything else that might come up. If you choose to be a member of the Floor Team, there is no fee to attend Synod Assembly. Volunteering includes lunch and snacks. Floor Team Volunteers will be needed on Friday and Saturday. If you are able to attend only some of the time, you can still sign up and indicate your availability. Sign up now or reach out to Jeni Huff with questions.

House of Hope Presbyterian Church invites you to our 2026 Didier Seminar featuring John L. Bell, an ordained minister of the Church of Scotland and a member of the Iona Community. Rev. Bell is a preacher, hymn writer, composer, lecturer, and broadcaster. The annual Didier Seminar is dedicated to spiritual growth through the best comprehensive thinking in religion, the arts, letters, and science. We seek to present inspiring and acknowledged leaders in their various fields. This year’s seminar will take place on Saturday, April 18 at House of Hope, and Rev. Bell will preach on Sunday, April 19. Learn more about the seminar here.