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In this devotion, Elizabeth Schoenknecht ’04 M.Div., discusses the challenges of being a leader and reminds us to pray for them. Read today’s God Pause.

It can be challenging to engage with aging parents. Join us December 2 at 9:00 a.m. in the OCC Meditation Chapel for a circle discussion as we share with each other the gifts and challenges of doing so. Led by Mary Hess, this will be a time simply to listen to each other’s experiences. We will use a talking piece, and only one person will speak at a time.

Join us for a festive and fun Secret Santa gift exchange open to all students, faculty, and staff of the Luther Seminary community.

Secret Santa Gift Exchange
Thursday, December 11, 12:00 p.m. CT
OCC Dining Room

This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Christmas season together and spread holiday cheer. Participants will be randomly assigned a person for whom to purchase a gift, keeping the recipient a secret until the big reveal at our gathering on December 11. The gift limit is set at $15, making it a thoughtful yet affordable way to share joy. To join in the fun, fill out this form by Wednesday, December 3—you will be notified who your person is on December 3 or 4, so you have time to get your gift. Let’s come together to make this holiday season special by sharing gifts and celebrating community spirit. Questions? Email communitylife@luthersem.edu.

In this devotion, Elizabeth Schoenknecht ’04 M.Div., writes that Isaiah here promises relief from the burdens of life—injustice, war, division, abandonment, isolation. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Deb Hippen Schultz ’87 M. Div. writes that In our impatience, we may stumble into the darkness, but the Light of the World continues to shine. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Deb Hippen Schultz ’87 M. Div. urges us to pray for unity and peace, work for unity and peace, and claim the unity and peace Christ offers to us. Read today’s God Pause.