Luther Seminary is supporting students who would like to attend the 2026 ELCA Extravaganza. The Extravaganza is a four-day, in-person event for ELCA congregational leaders in children’s, youth, young adult, and outdoor ministries. The event is January 30-February 2, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Luther Seminary has some funds available to provide limited scholarships for students to attend this event. Scholarships will cover all or part of the registration depending upon the date registered. Note that hotel and travel costs are covered by the student. Sign up for the event on this spreadsheet and you will receive an email with instructions.
Announcements
God Pause for October 14: Psalm 121
In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., shares how the psalmist’s claims of faith in the living God carry us through the darkest days of life. Read today’s God Pause.
Library Resources for Indigenous Peoples Day
Columbus Day is still celebrated on the second Monday of October as a national holiday. Did you know that in Minnesota and a few other places this commemoration is replaced by the celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day? Check out Luther Seminary Library’s brief bibliography on Native American Heritage and Indigenous Religions of North America to learn more!
Luther Seminary Merchandise Available from Old Lutheran
Get your Luther Seminary gear from Old Lutheran, available now through October 14. Items will be printed and shipped out once a week. Show your Luther Seminary spirit at home and when you come to your next RFS!
God Pause for October 13: Genesis 32
In this devotion, Jeanne Fish ’16 M.A., reminds us that God’s promises and blessings remain with us even when we wrestle through the night with the trials of life. Read today’s God Pause.
God Pause for October 10: Luke 17
In this devotion, David F. Dahl ’80 M.Div., wonders how God’s grace through the Holy Spirit is generous beyond our imagination. Read today’s God Pause.