Ash Wednesday—this year on February 18—begins a period of preparation as we reflect on Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Here is a guide for this time—with readings, daily prayers, thoughtful articles, and rich books on theologies of the cross and resurrection.
God Pause for February 9: Matthew 5
In this devotion, Gail L. Miller ’93 M.Div. assures us that, though the way of our journey ahead is not entirely clear, we will encounter the Lord on the way. Read today’s God Pause.
God Pause for February 6: Matthew 5
In this devotion, Pastor Peter K. Muschinske ’92 M.Div. prays that God would bless us for the sake of creation and for our neighbors. Read today’s God Pause.
Invitation: “Brake” Bread Together Monthly Gathering – February [In-Person]
Students, faculty, and staff—On Thursday, February 12, 9 a.m. in Bockman Hall 116, start your morning with our fifth “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 Bockman Hall. 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.
Meredith Miller Events at Westwood Lutheran
Join the community of Westwood Lutheran in Saint Louis Park for two events with Meredith Miller, author of ‘Woven: Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn’t Have to Heal From’ and ‘Wonder: 52 Conversations to Help Kids Fall in Love with Scripture.’ Meredith’s conversational approach to faith formation emphasizes the importance of kids getting to know who God is rather than obeying a God they do not yet have a relationship with. Events are free of charge and open to the public—please register using these links:
Parents and Caregivers Event, Sunday, March 8, 2:30–5 p.m.
Practitioners Event, Monday, March 9, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m
God Pause for February 5: Matthew 5
In this devotion, Pastor Peter K. Muschinske ’92 M.Div. reminds us that God’s grace and God’s good work in our lives sustains us every day. Read today’s God Pause.