In this devotion, Phil Rue ’72 M.Div., considers what it means to feel abandoned by God. Read today’s God Pause.
TODAY: Bockman Tank Removal Parking Request
Today, Monday (8/24), we expect to begin the process of removing two fuel tanks from behind Bockman Hall. This will occur directly in front of the north exit and also between the central and east wings. As a result, we are requesting that—next week—everyone move their cars to the west lot of the OCC and the westernmost side of the Bockman lot. This will allow the contractors to set up the crane needed for this project. —Facilities and Operations
Library Stacks Remain Closed – Fall 2026
The stacks will remain closed as we prepare for the upcoming move. It is still possible to check out books, either by placing a hold on the item on the library website or by speaking with library staff for assistance. The library itself will remain open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, starting September 1.
FY27 Budget Figures Available
The budget reports on MyLutherNet are now updated with the budget figures for the period of 7/1/26 thru 6/30/27 (the current operating period).
Community Life State Fair Adventure – August 28 [In-Person]
Join Community Life for a Minnesota State fair outing on Friday, August 28. We will meet at 9 a.m. in the Bockman parking lot and walk over together. The event will go until 12 p.m., but students can decide to stay longer if they’d like. Sign up using this online form (or scan the QR code on the flyers around campus) by Monday, August 24. Student Affairs will purchase tickets and a few snacks for participants—you are encouraged to bring your own money for anything extra.
Stitches and Stories Internship Program Event [In-Person]
Pastoral intern Kari Takahashi invites the Luther Seminary community to a special program event on Saturday, September 19 from 1-2:15 p.m.—“Stitches and Stories: Exploring Native Culture and History through Quilt Art”—that will also serve as her internship project at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hayfield, Minnesota (104 1st Street SE). A dessert reception will follow. Nationally-recognized and award-winning quilter and historian Tamara Carter, along with her husband and co-presenter Joe Gaines (of the Choctaw Nation), will share quilts inspired by Indigenous American history, culture, and lifeways in an educational and inspirational program. Contact Kari (ktakahashi001@luthersem.edu) for more information.