Announcements

In this devotion, Roger Haug ’75 M.Div. reflects on the ways we are called to leave behind earthly priorities and have Jesus claim us as his own. Read today’s God Pause.

If you missed Tuesday’s Aus Lecture on evangelism with Will Willimon—or did join us and want to engage it again, or want to share it with someone—here is the full recording of Jesus: The Most Interesting Word We Have for the World on YouTube. And here is a brief bibliography from the Luther Seminary library of Will Willimon’s publications.

In this devotion, Rodger Prois ’93 M.Div., reminds us that we can truly trust in only one thing. Read today’s God Pause.

Here’s the schedule of RFS activities for today and tomorrow. For complete details, see the Summer 2025 RFS schedule. Also note: campus security | campus pastor availability | weather-related announcements | Summer 2025 RFS Moodle Site.

Saturday, June 21
8:00-10:50 a.m. —RFS 2 Classes
11:00-11:30 a.m. —Chapel Service of Prayer, Blessing, and Sending
– Dean on call available for conversation, OCC Café
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. —Lunch
12:30-4:20 p.m. —RFS 2 Classes

In response to requests from the broader ELCA community, Seminary Relations, Academic Affairs, and Faith+Lead are excited to announce a new experiment designed to fill a gap for those exploring ministry but who may not be ready for seminary. This two-year residency program partners with organizations like churches, camps, and campus ministries to provide mentoring, curriculum, and a cohort to those without seminary degrees who are entering paid ministry in these organizations. The residency combines practical ministry experience with spiritual formation and targeted education through Faith+Lead Academy coursework in the first year, with a strong recommendation for residents to begin a graduate certificate in their second year. We currently have two confirmed organizational partners and are delighted that Kurty Darling has agreed to direct this donor-funded initiative with a cohort starting this fall. If you’d like to know more, contact Elizabeth Schoenknecht, Terri Elton, or Susan Brooks.

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.