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In this devotion, Terrance L. Stratton ’73 M.Div, ’93 D.Min., discussing how the psalmist reminds us that God’s love is steadfast. Read today’s God Pause.

Here’s the schedule of RFS activities for today and tomorrow. For complete details, see the Fall 2026 RFS schedule and Fall 2026 Moodle site. Also note: campus security | campus pastor availability | weather-related announcements

Tuesday, September 22
No Classes
5:00-5:30 p.m. —Campus Tour with Admissions Ambassador
4:00–6:00 p.m. —Headshots
6:00–8:30 p.m. —2026 Fretheim Lecture in Biblical Theology, online registration still open

Wednesday, September 23
8:00–10:50 a.m. —Classes
11:00–11:40 a.m. —Service of Holy Communion
11:40 a.m.–12:20 p.m. —Give Day Lunch
12:30–4:20 p.m. —Classes

Check out this week’s blog post from Dean of the Chapel Steve Thomason—RFS and So Many Things.

Brake Bread Part 2 is coming this year! Do you like stories about interesting artifacts, objects, or traditions on the Luther Seminary campus? Do you like bread, pastries and coffee? If you answered yes to either of those, you’ll want to join us each month for a brief time of gathering to learn about some of the unnoticed and significant pieces of our communal past, present, future and break bread together. Join us for our first “Brake Bread” event on Tuesday, September 22 at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the narthex area outside the OCC chapel, where we will gather around the Ordinary Time paraments woven by artist Jeanette Paulson. Professor Mary Hess will share about the incredible creation and significance of these liturgical pieces that hang on our chapel walls. We’ll listen, learn, and feast on bread for the mind, body, and spirit. “Brake Bread” events are made possible by the Endowment Grant from Thrivent. Look for a monthly announcement so you can participate and join in the fun! A note for those new to Brake Bread: these events are not a full meal but a light serving of bread and pastries—please bring a lunch on September 22 if you would like to add more to your plate. If you have any questions about Brake Bread, contact Mary Hess (mhess@luthersem.edu), Caleb Rollins (crollins001@luthersem.edu), or Emily Rova-Hegener (erovahegener001@luthersem.edu).

Do you know a fellow student who embodies the mission and vision of Luther Seminary? Do you want to grow as a leaders and promote the health in the Luther community? Please follow this link to nominate a classmate or yourself for a representative position on our Student Council. Nominations close at 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 26. Reach out to the Student Election Committee with any questions. Carolina Bowen, cbowen001@luthersem.edu, and Josh Elias, jelias001@luthersem.edu.

The Application for Graduation is now open on MyLutherNet for those completing their academic work during the 2026-2027 academic year (September 15, 2026 – August 27, 2027). If you plan to complete your degree this academic year and have not received the email announcement or are unable to access the application for graduation on MyLutherNet, please contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@luthersem.edu. The non-refundable graduation fee will be added to student accounts, for all graduating students, when final term tuition charges are run.