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In this devotion, Cameron Howard, associate professor of Old Testament, writes that Jesus’ birth points toward his death, and his death points us toward his—and our—resurrection. Read today’s God Pause.

When. Wednesday, December 18, 10 a.m.
Where. Chapel Lobby and Dining Area, OCC
Who. Everyone is invited—students, staff, and faculty
What. Gathering for Cocoa, Cider, Coffee, and Treats | Do-It-Yourself Nativity | Community Lunch | Carol Singing
We invite you to join us for fellowship and snacks, some light-hearted fun participating in or watching colleagues as we recreate a completely unique nativity, a community meal, the singing of carols, and celebrating coworkers who have reached various milestones.

• Treats. Bring a dozen of your favorite Christmas cookies, bars, or other treats to share.
• DIY Nativity. Join the frivolity
• Lunch. Join us for a delicious community meal
• Music. Interested in providing accompaniment for carol singing? Check here and we will reach out.
• Milestones. Sharing annual employee recognition toward the end of lunch

In this devotion, Cameron Howard, associate professor of Old Testament, reflects on the gift of music. Read today’s God Pause.

Students who haven’t completed their required Healthy Boundaries training are invited to register for new sessions now available. To check if you have done this, please login to MyLutherNet and click on the “My Degree” tab and then scroll down and look at the bottom right “Non-Degree Requirements” section.

Staff and faculty, please take a few moments to complete the staff-faculty version of the Marketing and Communications pocket survey. A similar version was shared recently with students, and the Marketing and Communications team has asked for feedback from the entire community. Please take 5-10 minutes to complete the survey. Your responses are confidential and anonymous. The survey is open until Wednesday, December 18.

In this devotion, Richard Nysse, professor emeritus of Old Testament, asks God to break open our limited expectations. Read today’s God Pause.