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In this devotion, Larry Lindstrom ’84 M.Div., offers a prayer for power in strength in the midst of our hardships. Read today’s God Pause.

In congregations where justice initiatives meet resistance, or where they got started without an expressed biblical foundation, Faith+Lead’s new on-demand course “Justice in the Bible” can spark holy conversation and create momentum. The course is available to use at your own pace, adaptable to many settings.

In this devotion, Larry Lindstrom ’84 M.Div., reminds us not to lose sight of the joy and exuberance Jesus had in his ministry and we can have in ours. Read today’s God Pause.

If you know anyone with an efficient sewing machine who desires to freely give it out, look no further than donating it to the Seminary Community Tailoring Service project—an offshoot of the 2024 Endowment Lab Grant, which started in March 2024. The sewing machine is needed as soon as possible as it would help the department to serve the community better. Kindly communicate with the awardee Akinpelu Lawal (alawal001@luthersem.edu). Thank you.

In this devotion, Larry Lindstrom ’84 M.Div., notes that in spite of the uncertain nature of much of our news, we can have confidence in the good news of Jesus Christ. Read today’s God Pause.

We’ve just finished our first year of Pocket Surveys. Thanks to every student who participated, whether you filled out one survey or all of them! Seven short monthly surveys were conducted this academic year, with an average participation rate of 39%. These surveys were designed by different campus teams to provide feedback on areas where actionable change could occur. In doing so, we hope to have improved student services and experiences and to have lifted up community understanding and trust. Ken and Trina in the Office of Institutional Research are preparing for next year’s Pocket Surveys, and they want to hear from you. They are open to any and all feedback. They are particularly interested in what topics you would like to see addressed, the frequency of surveys, what or how questions are asked, and any other ways we can better serve you and the goal of continual institutional improvement. So what did you think of the Pocket Surveys this year? Email Ken and Trina at research@luthersem.edu to share your ideas.