Grab a sweet treat and mingle with other DL students!
When. Sunday, February 23, 11:30-12:20—and also during “Linner” that afternoon
Where. OCC Café, 2nd Floor
You’re invited to wear your “home state/place” apparel. Also consider bringing a postcard (with your preferred contact information) for a student-led “Postcard Buddy” exchange (index “postcards” will also be available). Bring your postcard and take a postcard from the “friendship table” during either of these DL times on 2/23. A DL student council representative will be available for conversations also. If you have any questions about the event, contact Kari Takahashi (one of your DL student council reps) at ktakahashi001@luthersem.edu.
God Pause for February 20: Luke 6
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., observes the profound—and seemingly dangerous—ways in which love is a verb. Read today’s God Pause.
God Pause for February 18: Psalm 37
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., ponders the idea that we are spiritual beings on a human journey. Read today’s God Pause.
Residential CPE Opportunities with UnityPoint Health, Des Moines
UnityPoint Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa, has summer intensive and extended Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units available. For more information, contact Kelsey A. Plummer, MDiv, BCC, Staff Chaplain, Spiritual Care Services (she/her, they/them), Kelsey.Plummer@unitypoint.org.
God Pause for February 18: Psalm 37
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., prays that God can help us all slow down and see God’s revelation more clearly. Read today’s God Pause.
The Challenge of Segregation in Public Schools – Black History Month
The Office of Inclusion and Belonging is setting aside time for virtual discussion via Zoom on the challenge and lasting consequences of segregation in public schools in the United States in the third decade of the 21st century. The Bible says all human beings are created in the image of God. The US Declaration of Independence says all human beings are created equal and have unalienable rights. Do we have an ethical duty to care for the human dignity of all? If so, how do we ensure we maintain a society where all human beings thrive and flourish? To participate in this virtual discussion, review at least 1 of the 2 documentary films shared below and come prepared with some talking points to join the discussion. The main purpose of the discussion is to evaluate where we were as a country, how we changed to where we are now, and the challenges and options we now face as we think of the future. The insights and lessons from this discussion have relevance not just for the United States but for all human societies. Join us online (link in email).
Date. February 18, 2025 | Time. 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Register today using this online form, which includes links to the films.