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In this devotion, Gabriella Conklin ’21 M.Div., writes that the prophet Hosea helps us remember that God does not turn away from us even when our own faith slips away. Read today’s God Pause.

You are invited to visit Minnehaha Falls and get ice cream from Sea Salt! Student Affairs staff will bring any interested students, staff, and faculty to explore our beautiful Twin Cities.
Where. Minnehaha Falls/Sea Salt Eatery – 4825 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis
When. Thursday, June 4, 2:30-5 p.m.
Car Pool provided to and from campus for those who need a ride. Please sign up here to let us know you’re coming, if you need a ride, and whether you can bring others. *Wear comfortable shoes, there will be steps involved for anyone who would like to go down to the falls (not required).

Tuesday, June 9, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
OCC Dining Room
All are welcome to join this on-campus retreat for a time of learning more about Luther Seminary’s approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion called ABIDE—centered around our common commitments of accountability, belonging, inclusion, diversity, and equity. We will listen carefully to one another, celebrate the great work happening in our community, and spend time refocusing and reenergizing this work. This retreat is for those who have been engaged in ABIDE work to reconnect with one another as well as an opportunity for those new to this kind of work to engage the community’s approach. Direct any questions you might have to: abide@luthersem.edu. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Register here (with your seminary email) if you plan to attend so we can ensure adequate space and refreshments for all. The deadline to register is Monday, June 1.

In June we will have two Brake Bread community gatherings!

• Brake Bread and Porch Worship during June RFS. Join us for a celebration around bread, worship, music, and community on Friday, June 12, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. We’ll gather in front of Bockman Hall for an outdoor meal (options provided for those with varying dietary needs), drinks, dessert, and worship. If it rains, we’ll move into the OCC Dining Room.
• Final “Brake Bread” Community Gathering. On Wednesday, June 17 in Old Muskego Church from 10-11 a.m., start your morning with our final “Brake Bread” event, where we gather around bread, jam, and coffee while building deeper community connections and celebrating a particular campus space—this time in the Old Muskego Church.

Supported by an Endowment Lab Grant from Thrivent, these “Brake Bread” gatherings are intentional moments to build relationships, listen to one another, laugh together, and celebrate the good work and learning being done among us. Please join us in this holy space to love one another more deeply in a time of uncertainty. If you have questions, email Emily Rova-Hegener in Contextual Learning, erovahegener001@luthersem.edu.

Two important June holidays—beyond Father’s Day—commemorate Juneteenth on June 19 and World Refugee Day on June 20. See our new The Border and Immigration: Theology and Ministry bibliography for an article from Minneapolis-based IAFR about World Refugee Day. And see our Justice and Social issues guide for a webinar on Why Juneteenth Should Matter to the Church.

To support students who may be facing food insecurity, Luther Seminary operates a direct-order grocery process for the seminary community. Luther Seminary’s Grocery Assistance Program is a lifeline for students facing food insecurity. Started during the pandemic, this vital program continues to provide essential groceries to an average of 25 students each week. Through the program, students can request necessary food items that are then carefully processed, purchased, and delivered to campus by dedicated volunteers. This initiative helps students meet their nutritional needs and fosters a sense of community and support within the seminary. Your generous donation will ensure that this program can continue to make a real difference in the lives of Luther Seminary students. On the Grocery Assistance Program webpage, you can make a one-time or recurring gift to support this important ministry.