Announcements

We gather at 11 a.m. CT in the OCC Meditation Chapel and on Zoom (link in email) for contemplative practice of your choice—mindful sketching, centering prayer, or however you choose to engage silence. Facilitated by Dean of the Chapel Steve Thomason, we read the text and then practice in silence for 15 minutes. Afterward, you are welcome to sit in fellowship or go about your day. Share your prayer requests.

Check out this week’s blog post from Dean of the Chapel Steve Thomason—Where Did Jesus Go?

All are invited to a Pentecost Celebration on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Saint Peter’s AME Church (401 East 41st Street, Minneapolis), where alum and board member Tracey Gibson is pastor. This sacred gathering promises to be a powerful time of worship, renewal, and Holy Spirit empowerment as we celebrate the outpouring of God’s Spirit upon the church. Pentecost reminds us that the church was born not in comfort but in power—birthed in unity, prayer, and divine fire. In a season where the church is called to be both prophetic and pastoral, this celebration will strengthen our collective witness and rekindle our commitment to kingdom. Bishop Frederick Wright Sr. will preach at this significant occasion. The Saint Paul-Minneapolis District (AME) would be deeply honored by your presence and participation.

In this devotion, Liz Rossing ‘14 M.Div.., asks why we might miss the big picture of God’s mission because of our own preconceptions. Read today’s God Pause.

Have questions about the MA Capstone? Join Bryant Kumlin and Sandy Olson to discuss the capstone and have your questions answered. This optional Zoom is focused on the academic MA Capstone (Bible, History, Theology, Justice and Reconciliation). Others are welcome if you are curious and want to hear. Join us Monday, May 11 at 6 p.m. on Zoom (link in email).

In this devotion, Bradford Frye ’21 M.Div., says we who share faith in Jesus are assured of being welcomed into the continual, ever-flowing divine dance (and even mentions perichoresis!).
Read today’s God Pause.