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.
Chapel Schedule for the Week: April 27–May 1
You are invited to join in community faith formation every weekday (Monday-Thursday) at 11:00 a.m. CT. We gather in a variety of ways and places. See the schedule below to see how you can join us in-person and online.
Monday, April 27, 11 a.m. CT
Text study with the chapel staff on Zoom (link in email).
Tuesday, April 28, 11 a.m. CT
Contemplative Practice in the Meditation Chapel and on Zoom.
Wednesday, April 29, 11 a.m. CT
Contemplative service of Holy Communion in the Chapel of the Incarnation led by Pastor Steve Thomason. The service will be livestreamed.
Thursday, April 30, 11 a.m. CT
Lunch Church in the OCC Dining Room led by M.Div. student Sam Maier.
Share your prayer requests.
Want to Practice or Learn German? [In-Person]
A group will be gathering at 9:30 a.m. for no more than one hour on Monday mornings for the remainder of the spring term to support each other in our independent study of the German language. For more information reach out to ccarter001@luthersem.edu or kbaptiste001@luthersem.edu. All levels of German knowledge are welcome! Feel free to bring any learning tools/resources you find helpful.
Danielle Dokman Ph.D. Oral Defense
Danielle Dokman, Ph.D. Candidate – Monday, May 4, 2026 | 9:30–11:30 a.m. Gullixson Hall 103
The oral examination is a public event open to faculty, students, and staff; however, other than the candidate, only faculty members have speaking privileges. What is a Ph.D. oral defense? The oral defense is the final step before graduation for Ph.D. degree candidates. The student has finished all research and is presenting a thesis that is an original contribution to the field of scholarship. A copy of the completed thesis is available prior to the defense for those in the Luther Seminary community. Read “The Rebel Prophet and the Caribbean: Biblical Prophetic Ministry in a Neo-Colonial World”
LGBTQ+ Ministry Lunch & Learn – May 5 [In-Person]
On Tuesday May 5 from 11 a.m.–12:20 p.m. in the OCC Dining Room, join the ABIDE Inclusive Campus Climate Committee for a Lunch & Learn celebrating LGBTQ-inclusive ministries, and learning from the wisdom of a panel of LGBTQ+ pastors. In an era when LGBTQ+ rights and wellbeing are under increasing attack, the commitment of faith communities to practice inclusivity, care, and justice for and with LGBTQ+ people is a lifeline to many. This event will help you imagine what those ministries look like in specific communities now and in the days to come. Lunch is provided. All are welcome to attend. If you have questions, please contact Cody Sanders (csanders001@luthersem.edu). Also available via Zoom (link in email).
Tanzania Travel Course Information Meeting [Online]
Students interested in learning more about the January 2027 Tanzania travel course are invited to a Zoom meeting on Thursday, April 30, 5–6 p.m. CT. Students logged into their Luther Seminary account can use the Zoom link shared in the daily email and on the shared Community Calendar. We will talk about itinerary, costs, travel arrangements, and course learning goals. If you are interested and cannot make the meeting, please email Kathryn Schifferdecker, kschiffer@luthersem.edu.