Archives for April 2026

In this devotion, Michael DeKraai ’90 M.Div., says that, while today’s busyness and our own biases can cloud our vision, we are called to see the worth of everyone God loves. Read today’s God Pause.

Confused about clergy taxes? Not sure how to negotiate your compensation? Faith+Lead Academy’s new financial wellness mini courses are designed just for you! In 1-2 hours per course, we’ll walk you through the basics with informative videos and activities that help you put what you’ve learned into practice. These courses are a great resource whether you’re just starting your seminary education or almost at the finish line. Plus, you can come back to them as often as you like as you work through the call process. Both courses are available free of charge to any ministry leader who needs them—Luther Seminary students and everyone else—so feel free to share this content with anyone who could benefit from it.
Financial Wellness for Church Leaders: Clergy Tax Basics
Financial Wellness for Church Leaders: Compensation Negotiation

Known for his fantasy and children’s books, apologetics, and addressing issues like grief and pain, the writings of British author C. S. Lewis resonate with many of us, and the Luther Seminary Library has many of his books. Check out this Lewis bibliography, which includes a lot more than his books. While you’re at it, check out these other Theologian Bibliographies with resources from the ancients to today’s most current theologians.

In this devotion, Michael DeKraai ’90 M.Div., reminds us that, left to ourselves, there is no getting away from the sin that dwells within us. Read today’s God Pause.

This evening over 200 youth—middle and high schoolers—from the Twin Cities area will be on our campus attending our annual youth group night. Youth Group night is in partnership with Gather Twin Cities and Lutheran Campus Ministries Twin Cities. Youth Night will be from 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Want to share something in an upcoming edition of Inside Luther News, the seminary’s internal e-newsletter? Send your announcement to communic@luthersem.edu. Submit items for the May edition by Wednesday, April 15. Inside Luther News content is meant to be somewhat broader in scope—seasonal announcements, monthly reminders, stories about recent events or news of upcoming projects—than the daily Community Announcements posts and emails.