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In this devotion, Elizabeth Hermeier ’17 M.Div., reminds us that we cannot live up to the instructions Jesus leaves for us but that we are always given Jesus’ peace and forgiveness. Read today’s God Pause.

You are invited to participate in celebrating our graduates at Baccalaureate this year on Saturday, May 30. We are looking for several volunteers to help with communion and ushering so that everything runs smoothly. Please fill out this form by Wednesday, May 27 to indicate your interest and we will reach out with more details as we get closer.

Graduating this month and still figuring out what to do this summer—or for the next 6-12 months? Consider applying for Luther Seminary’s Graduate Preaching Fellowship, a unique and generous fellowship that allows you to study preaching and ministry in a variety of cultural contexts. Travel to and learn from rural, suburban, and urban communities in domestic and/or international contexts. Any student in any degree program at Luther Seminary can apply, and your fellowship can last anywhere from 1 to 12 months. Your experience as a graduate preaching fellow begins after your graduation from Luther Seminary. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and decisions are made within 30 days. Learn more about eligibility, application process, and other details and start your application today.

Treat yourself to some new Luther Seminary swag—sweatshirts, t-shirts, and more. Place your order online with Old Lutheran. Enjoy and wear your Luther pride!

You are warmly invited to join us in celebrating Th.M. graduate Joyce Ngandango. The MN Swahili Congregation will be hosting a special graduation reception for Pastor Joyce following the commencement ceremony on May 31, 5–8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of community, celebration, and congratulations with plenty of food and drinks provided. All are welcome as we honor this exciting milestone together. OCC Dining Room, 1490 Fulham Street, St. Paul, MN 55108
We hope you can join us in celebrating Pastor Joyce on this joyful occasion!

All are invited to a Pentecost Celebration on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Saint Peter’s AME Church (401 East 41st Street, Minneapolis), where alum and board member Tracey Gibson is pastor. This sacred gathering promises to be a powerful time of worship, renewal, and Holy Spirit empowerment as we celebrate the outpouring of God’s Spirit upon the church. Pentecost reminds us that the church was born not in comfort but in power—birthed in unity, prayer, and divine fire. In a season where the church is called to be both prophetic and pastoral, this celebration will strengthen our collective witness and rekindle our commitment to kingdom. Bishop Frederick Wright Sr. will preach at this significant occasion. The Saint Paul-Minneapolis District (AME) would be deeply honored by your presence and participation.