I am share the exciting (and sad) news that Dan Sassenberg has accepted a new position at the Saint Paul Jewish Federation as a planned gift and major giving officer. His last day at Luther Seminary will be Friday, February 28. Dan has been a valued leader at Luther the past 7.5 years. When he arrived, the Seminary Relations department had just migrated to a new CRM and was experiencing several staffing transitions. It was a lot of change at once, and we couldn’t have found anyone better than Dan to help navigate us all through. In addition to being an expert fundraiser, Dan has been instrumental in advocating for and leading ABIDE and the seminary’s digital strategy. He’s a superb supervisor and valued member of the Staff Leadership Team. To say we will miss working with him is truly a profound understatement. Seminary Relations will host bagels and coffee on Wednesday, February 26, 9-10:30 a.m. in in BH 116. Please stop by to wish Dan well and congratulate him on the next chapter of his vocation!
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God Pause for February 24: Exodus 34
In this devotion, Mindy Ehrke ’85 M. Div., notes how God often finds us when we are not looking for God. Read today’s God Pause.
God Pause for February 23: Brightest and Best of the Stars
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., reminds us that Jesus came into the world during the darkest time of the year. Read today’s God Pause.
Invest in Your Financial Wellness During RFS and Beyond
Looking for strategies to manage your money on a tight budget? Planning for life after seminary? Hoping to get a better handle on your debt in 2025? Grace Pomroy’s In-Person Financial Wellness Sessions are back by popular demand! Grace Pomroy, director of the Stewardship Leaders Program, will be available on Tuesday morning, February 25, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. to talk about your financial wellness. You bring your questions and Grace will create a shame-free, brave space for a confidential financial wellness conversation. Sign up for a time online. Won’t be in town on Tuesday? Sign up for a time to meet via Zoom post-RFS. Can’t find a time that works for your schedule? Email Grace at gpomroy001@luthersem.edu
God Pause for February 22: What Child Is This?
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., asks what it means that the “silent Word” is pleading for us. Read today’s God Pause.
God Pause for February 21: Luke 6
In this devotion, Mark Olson ’94 M.Div., ’13 D.Min., wonders about our foundations and whether we can withstand a flood. Read today’s God Pause.