Announcements

To support students who may be facing food insecurity, Luther Seminary operates a direct-order grocery process for the seminary community. Luther Seminary’s Grocery Assistance Program is a lifeline for students facing food insecurity. Started during the pandemic, this vital program continues to provide essential groceries to an average of 25 students each week. Through the program, students can request necessary food items that are then carefully processed, purchased, and delivered to campus by dedicated volunteers. This initiative not only helps students meet their nutritional needs but also fosters a sense of community and support within the seminary. Your generous donation will ensure that this program can continue to make a real difference in the lives of Luther Seminary students. On the Grocery Assistance Program webpage, you can make a one-time or recurring gift to support this important ministry.

In this devotion, Duane Neugebauer ’71 M.Div., considers what it means to host others and to be a friend. Read today’s God Pause.

We’re taking you out to the ball game! Join the Luther Seminary community for a night of baseball and fellowship for the 32nd annual Twins Lutheran Night on August 14 at 6:40 p.m.. Lutheran churches from all over the Twin Cities metro area will be in attendance! Sign up using this form and indicate your carpool needs/abilities. Questions? Email communitylife@luthersem.edu.

Luther Seminary is excited to be one of six seminaries chosen to host the Smithsonian Institute’s touring exhibit on human origins during the Fall of 2025. The Luther community is encouraged to take advantage of the programmatic offerings that will be a part of this exciting opportunity to explore the relationship between science and theology using human evolution as a centerpiece. More information is forthcoming, but please plan to join us during Fall RFS, September 15-19, when the Smithsonian will offer various presentations connected to the exhibit. Students are also encouraged to consider taking part in a related fall course offered by Ken Reynhout entitled Homo Sapiens and God. This course will explore the theological challenges and opportunities presented by the science of human evolution. If you have questions about the course, reach out to Ken. Questions regarding the exhibit itself can be directed to Dale Dobias in the Library. And stay tuned for volunteer opportunities.

In this devotion, Duane Neugebauer ’71 M.Div., ponders the lofty, unapproachable side of God and the deeply personal friend revealed in Jesus. Read today’s God Pause.

You are invited to a simple summer service of Holy Communion on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Let’s gather for scripture, prayer, and communion. Then, since we’re together, let’s have lunch together afterward. Bring your own lunch and we’ll eat on the patio if the weather cooperates. See you there!