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Archives for 2026
Pentecost Service at Saint Peter’s AME Church – May 23
All are invited to a Pentecost Celebration on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Saint Peter’s AME Church (401 East 41st Street, Minneapolis), where alum and board member Tracey Gibson is pastor. This sacred gathering promises to be a powerful time of worship, renewal, and Holy Spirit empowerment as we celebrate the outpouring of God’s Spirit upon the church. Pentecost reminds us that the church was born not in comfort but in power—birthed in unity, prayer, and divine fire. In a season where the church is called to be both prophetic and pastoral, this celebration will strengthen our collective witness and rekindle our commitment to kingdom. Bishop Frederick Wright Sr. will preach at this significant occasion. The Saint Paul-Minneapolis District (AME) would be deeply honored by your presence and participation.
2026 Institute on Theology and Disability
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Saint Thomas has announced it is hosting the 2026 Institute on Theology and Disability, from June 15–17, 2026. They invite interested persons to join them in Saint Paul for three days of deep learning, community-building, and practice-based sharing. This unique conference brings together leading scholars, faith leaders, and community members—both disabled and non-disabled—to explore disability at the intersection of faith and theology. Discounts are offered for Luther Seminary staff and students: staff can attend the entire conference for $400, students for $250 (discount code LUTHERFULL). Daily rates for students are $125 for Monday and $75 for Tuesday and Wednesday (discount code LUTHERDAILY). Learn more and register here.
God Pause for May 18: Acts 2
In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., prays that the Spirit would inspire us as it did Peter and the disciples. Read today’s God Pause.
Chapel Schedule for the Week: May 18–22
You are invited to join in community faith formation every weekday (Monday-Thursday) at 11:00 a.m. CT. We gather in a variety of ways and places. See the schedule below to see how you can join us in-person and online.
Monday, May 18, 11 a.m. CT
Text study with the chapel staff on Zoom (link in email).
Tuesday, May 19, 11 a.m. CT
Contemplative Practice in the Meditation Chapel and on Zoom.
Wednesday, May 20, 11 a.m. CT
Join us for a service of Holy Communion in the Chapel of the Incarnation celebrating Pentecost. Dean of the Chapel Steve Thomason will be preaching and the Luther Seminary Student Choir will sing. The service will be livestreamed.
Thursday, May 21, 11 a.m. CT
Lunch Church in the OCC Dining Room. Come for good food and good community!
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TODAY: 2026 CYF Day of Defense [Online]
Join us for the annual Day of Defense for students in the Leadership Division. These students are completing their program with capstone projects centered on a current issue in their concentration area. They will be giving 10-minute presentations, followed by 10 minutes of question-and-answer. These presentations are open to the public. Join us on Zoom (link in email) on May 18 at 8 a.m. CT to support our students.