Announcements

Gustavo Gutiérrez died last month at the age of 96. Gutiérrez “was a Peruvian philosopher, Catholic theologian and Dominican priest who was one of the founders of liberation theology in Latin America. His 1971 book “”A Theology of Liberation”” is considered pivotal to the formation of liberation theology” (Wikipedia). Check out Luther Seminary library’s brief bibliography on Gutiérrez, Liberation Theology, and Global Theologies. Here also are several obituaries and memorial tributes.

Have you considered looking for grants to help fund your ministry? Grants can be a great way to get new ministry projects off the ground, but they come with their own benefits and drawbacks. Join Grace Pomroy, director of the Stewardship Leaders Program, on November 4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. central for an interview with expert grant writer and reviewer Kristal Frazier as we consider when grants are most helpful, where to look for grants, and how to write them. Register today to save your seat. Curious how Kristal would answer the most common grant question: Where do I find grants? Check out this 2-minute video clip from Grace’s October 2021 conversation with Kristal for a preview of what you can expect from this webinar.

In this devotion, Kate LePard ’89 M.Div. offers prayers of comfort for those who are grieving today on All Saints’ Day. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Kate LePard ’89 M.Div. shares just how much of God’s glory can be seen in the down-to-earth, death-shattering events of resurrection. Read today’s God Pause.

** Due to rain, gathering will be indoors. Meet in OCC at 10:30 for treats, photos, and gathering before Lunch Church. Costumes still encouraged!
Faculty and staff are encouraged to join us Thursday, October 31 for our first annual Reformation Run/Walk/Roll! Come in costume or not—everyone is welcome. Please bring a Halloween or Reformation themed dessert to share after Lunch Church. We will meet at 10:30 a.m. in front of the steps of Bockman Hall for a greeting and then head out. You can run, walk, bike, or amble on a preplanned route (see below). Turn around at any point or circle more than once—whatever you desire! Join us back in Olson Campus Center Dining Room for a fun Lunch Church at 11:00 a.m. with a Halloween-themed meal provided by our caterer Sam. Dr. Thomason will lead a playful spiritual practice during/after lunch. Then we will sample the treats people have brought. Prizes may or may not be had! We hope you can join us.

Now is the time to share your pumpkin-carving creations with us. We invite you to show off your pumpkin carving skills and participate virtually by submitting your pumpkin photos to communitylife001@luthersem.edu by October 31 for a chance to win exciting prizes. Don’t miss out on the fun—let’s make this fall unforgettable with your incredible creations!