The library staff invites you to join us for a raucous celebration of Paul Daniels’ many years of service as Luther Seminary’s archivist and art collection curator. Paul officially retires at the end of June, and we want to send him off with as much ballyhoo as possible to thank him for gracing us with over 40 years of time, effort, excellence, and thoughtful presence. Expect the usual round of embarrassing accolades—he is a shy Norwegian, after all—along with plenty of festive decorations, balloons, assorted treats and party favors, and a special chocolate cake (involving sprinkles, no doubt). Your presence is requested in the library’s periodicals room on Thursday, May 22, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Announcements
God Pause for May 20: Psalm 67
In this devotion, Mark Niethammer ’09 M.Div., reminds us that today is a great day because God made it. Read today’s God Pause.
ISSA/ISA Farewell Program and Dinner for International Graduates
The leadership of the International Students Association (ISA), in collaboration with the Office of International Student and Scholar Affairs (ISSA), invites the Luther Seminary community to a Farewell Program and Dinner in honor of our graduating international students on Tuesday, May 20, 3–5 p.m. in OCC Dining Room A. Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our international graduates and send them off with joy, food, and fellowship. Dress is semi-formal/cultural attire.
God Pause for May 19: John 16
In this devotion, Mark Niethammer ’09 M.Div., prays that we might find a good place to pray. Read today’s God Pause.
Question: What historic anniversary 1700 years ago do we celebrate this month?
Answer: The all-important Council of Nicaea, resulting in the Nicene Creed, dates to May 325. Check out Luther Seminary Library’s bibliography of Nicene theology and the Early Church Fathers.
Join Will Willimon for the 2025 Aus Lecture on Evangelism at Luther Seminary
This year’s Aus Memorial Lecture will be an extended conversation on Jesus Christ as the instigator and sustainer of Christian evangelism. In taking the Good News to those who have not yet heard and responded to the news, we join Jesus in his relentless determination to invite all into his coming realm. Opportunities and impediments to evangelism will be discussed and encouragement offered for today’s pastors to lead in evangelizing. Will Willimon has written extensively on evangelism, has been an evangelist as a campus minister, and as a bishop has led church planting ministries.
Jesus: The Most Interesting Word We Have for the World
An evangelism salon featuring Will Willimon
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 6–8:30 p.m.
On campus at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul and online
Learn more and register.