Archives for 2026

In this devotion, Mara Stillson ’24 M.A., says that, knowing and trusting we are beloved children of God, we are transformed to see our neighbors as the same. Read today’s God Pause.

We received news from Xcel Energy this morning that the Luther campus will have no power today for much of the day. As a result, campus will be closed today.

• All classes will move online.
• All administrative offices are closed.
• Chapel service is cancelled today.
• Staff and faculty should not come to campus—only staff with essential services (Facilities and Operations) should report for work today. Staff should work remotely.
• Student-led events hosted by someone off-campus can still take place. Contact the lead person listed in the announcements for details.
• All other activities are cancelled.
• Residential students, door access to enter campus buildings could be complicated by card readers. If you have problems accessing Bockman Hall, call Chris Jacobsen, 612-414-6601.

In this devotion, Mara Stillson ’24 M.A. writes that while we live in the reality of sinfulness, pain, brokenness, oppression, and more, we come to God in prayer for moments of peace and the reminder that, in all times and in all places, God is present. Read today’s God Pause.

Come one, come all to the Fall Fun Fest on Thursday, October 29 at 4:30 p.m. CT in OCC Dining Room C. Here’s what can you expect. See you there!

• A pumpkin carving competition with prizes, judged by our very own Christian Eriksen, Karoline Lewis, and Mary Hess.
• Pizza, hot apple cider, and a hot chocolate bar
• A presentation on some origins of fall celebrations by Jack Hendricks
• Fellowship with staff, student, and faculty colleagues

There will be a First Call Info Session on Thursday, November 5 at 12 p.m. for any ELCA interns who will be entering the First Call process in the next few months. Students can sign up online.

For Luther Seminary Library’s new “brief bibliography” comparing Philo of Alexandria with Josephus, we asked Gemini and ChatGPT for help. Read their answers and check out our online resources on the impact these Jewish historians had on early Christianity.