Announcements

In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., considers the life-altering gifts we have received in our lives. Read today’s God Pause.

The leadership of the International Students’ Association, in collaboration with the Office of International Student and Scholar Affairs (ISSA), invites the Luther Seminary community to celebrate and recognize the achievements of our international students who have journeyed from afar and worked diligently alongside their peers. Join us Wednesday, May 20, 4:30-6pm in the OCC Dining Room. Food will be provided. Dress comfortably, and wear something that reflects your home culture or tradition. All are welcome—come, share in the joy, and offer words of encouragement.

The Stewardship Leaders Program, in collaboration with Thrivent Charitable, invites you to apply for an Endowment Lab Grant. This grant program is designed to support Luther Seminary students, faculty, staff, and programs. All applications must align with Luther Seminary’s welcome, vision, and mission statements, and the project must benefit the Luther Seminary community. This year the Stewardship Leaders Program will match the Thrivent Charitable award dollars, so we hope to give away over $15,000, with a maximum single grant award of $4,000. Grant applications will be judged by the summer Money and Mission of the Church class as part of their education on endowments. Find out more and apply online. Grant applications must be received by August 2 and winners will be notified by the end of August. If you have any questions about the program or the application please email Grace Pomroy, Director of the Stewardship Leaders Program at gpomroy001@luthersem.edu.

Frogtown Farm in Saint Paul Pathways is inviting applications to Well-Being, a Youth Ambassador program rooted in healing, community care, and land-based wellness. Ambassadors will: support wellness programming on the farm, including plant walks, meditation, tea and art sessions, movement, and storytelling; build relationships with community partners, including BYHAC, Flava Cafe, and Urban Roots; represent Frogtown Farm at community events and the East Side Farmers Market; and develop real skills in organizing, leadership, and community care. Program details:
Who: Youth ages 16–24 in Saint Paul
When: Mid-June through September
Commitment: 4–5 hours/week
Compensation: Seasonal stipend of $1,000 (10 Ambassador spots available)
Apply online with the Youth Ambassador Application.

In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., considers how God’s manifold works show forth in spring, when flowers bloom, animals give birth, and seeds are planted and grow. Read today’s God Pause.

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.