The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of Saint Thomas has announced it is hosting the 2026 Institute on Theology and Disability, from June 15–17, 2026. They invite interested persons to join them in Saint Paul for three days of deep learning, community-building, and practice-based sharing. This unique conference brings together leading scholars, faith leaders, and community members—both disabled and non-disabled—to explore disability at the intersection of faith and theology. Discounts are offered for Luther Seminary staff and students: staff can attend the entire conference for $400, students for $250 (discount code LUTHERFULL). Daily rates for students are $125 for Monday and $75 for Tuesday and Wednesday (discount code LUTHERDAILY). Learn more and register here.
God Pause for May 21: John 20
In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., reminds us that Jesus always shows up, even when we least expect him. Read today’s God Pause.
Thursday Chapel: Lunch Church [In-Person]
Join us today in the OCC Dining Room at 11 a.m. CT for Lunch Church. Lunch is provided. Come for good food and good community. Share your prayer requests.
Campus Clean-Up to Prep for Graduation
Students, staff, and faculty—We would love your help to freshen up the campus before our graduates and their families come to celebrate Baccalaureate on 5/30. Here is when you can help clean up campus:
– Wed, May 27, 1-5 p.m. (snacks/drinks)
Anyone is invited to join us for as long as you have time available. Wear comfortable clothes and help us rake and plant some flowers. Facilities will have rakes and gloves (if you can bring some from home, that’s great too). Meet on the front lawn of Bockman Hall.
ABIDE Retreat – June 9 [In-Person]
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.
God Pause for May 20: 1 Corinthians 12
In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., considers the life-altering gifts we have received in our lives. Read today’s God Pause.