Announcements

Students, staff, faculty—Are you visiting or working at a camp in summer 2026? If so, we would love to know about it and send you with some Luther swag to share with fellow staff and friends. Reach out to Jen Gruendler in Admissions (jgruendler001@luthersem.edu) to let her know.

In this devotion, Melissa Pickering ’22 M.Div., reminds us that, when we are anxious, in conflict, or feel as if the ground is slipping out from under us, we are not alone. 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.

The Luther community is continuing to gather on Tuesday evenings with fellowship starting at 6:15 p.m. in the OCC Dining Hall. These free Simple Suppers are in collaboration with the ELCA, Luther Seminary Community Fellows, and Luther Seminary Student Council. Questions? Reach out to Sophie Warnberg at swarnberg002@luthersem.edu.

In this devotion, Melissa Pickering ’22 M.Div., says that we are called, even in conflicted times, to respond as Jesus would—with courage, grace, and love for our neighbor. Read today’s God Pause.

Join us for the annual Day of Defense for students in the Leadership Division. These students are completing their program with capstone projects centered on a current issue in their concentration area. They will be giving 10-minute presentations, followed by 10 minutes of question-and-answer. These presentations are open to the public. Join us on Zoom (link in email) on May 18 at 8 a.m. CT to support our students.