Announcements

Do you have a mentor who has made a difference in your faith journey? We want to hear your stories and see your photos! Comment on our Facebook post or email communic@luthersem.edu by February 17 for a chance to be featured in the next issue of Story.

You’re invited to join us in forming a Franciscan Justice Circle in Minnesota! This is an opportunity to join and participate in this circle from the beginning.
When. 7:00 pm, Wednesday, February 19
Where. Kip’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 9970 Wayzata Blvd, Saint Louis Park
Why. To gather Franciscan-hearted people in the Twin Cities Metro area and Minnesota to develop a new Franciscan Justice Circle in the Franciscan Action Network to serve “the welfare of the weakest…and draw the attention of society and the civil authorities to their plight” (Pope Francis). Franciscan Justice Circles empower local groups to advocate for social and environmental justice rooted in Franciscan spirituality. As a member, you will build supportive relationships motivated by shared values, integrate Franciscan values into action and advocacy, and impact social and environmental justice in our communities. Our justice circles are grassroots initiatives that connect Franciscans and Franciscan-hearted individuals of any faith in prayer, action, and advocacy. Commitment varies by circle, but meeting once or twice a month is suggested. We hope to forge lasting relationships in the Circle that strengthen one’s Franciscan call or appreciation for Franciscan spirituality in service of others. Sr. Nora Pfeiffer, Director for Franciscan Justice Circles at the Franciscan Action Network will be joining us at this initial formation meeting. If you plan to attend, email Doug Dockter at ddockter001@litheraem.edu so we can provide the venue with an idea as to how many are attending. Sponsored by the Order of Lutheran Franciscans (ELCA/OLF) and the Franciscan Action Network (FAN). *The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is a fast-growing, recognized, vowed religious community of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, formed in 2011.

In this devotion, Judy Bullock ’20 M.Div., reminds us that God’s grace works in and through us, shaping our lives with purpose according to God’s word. Read today’s God Pause.

We gather today at 11:00 a.m. CT in the Chapel of the Incarnation and online* for worship. Join us for a Service of Holy Communion using ELW with preacher Kristofer Phan Coffman, assistant professor of New Testament, and musicians Andy Pokel (Musician-in-Residence) and Erin Deboer-Moran (Director of Chapel Music). Share your prayer requests.
*Bulletins for those joining online will be linked in the description of the service on YouTube.

The Title IX team is hosting two virtual gatherings for the campus community to engage staff around changes to Title IX and how Luther Seminary is responding:

• Thursday, February 13 at 10 a.m. (link in email)
• Monday, February 17 at 10 a.m. (link in email)

There will be a brief presentation followed by time for questions from the community.
Questions? titleIX@luthersem.edu

Study preaching and ministry in a variety of cultural contexts with this unique and generous fellowship. Travel to and learn from rural, suburban, and urban communities in domestic and/or international contexts. Any student in any degree program at Luther Seminary can apply, and your fellowship can last anywhere from 3 to 12 months. Your experience as a graduate preaching fellow begins after your graduation from Luther Seminary. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and decisions are made within 30 days. Learn more about eligibility, application process, and other details and start your application today.