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Luther Seminary is on the lands of the Mendota Mdewakanton (Dakota) people. Join us to attend their annual Wacipi (Pow Wow) on Saturday, September 12. It will be a great chance to watch and hear traditional dance and music and learn about their history and culture. We will meet at Luther Seminary at 11 a.m. and drive together to Mendota (about 20 minutes away). We will return to Luther by about 6 p.m. To learn more about the Mendota Mdewakanton community here. Complete this form so that we know whom to expect and make sure everyone has a ride. Questions? Contact Christian Eriksen (ceriksen001@luthersem.edu) or Jon Anderson (janderson008@luthersem.edu)

In this devotion, Phil Rue ’72 M.Div., reminds us that, in a legalistic world, it is love and grace that prevail in the new creation. Read today’s God Pause.

We gather in the Chapel of the Incarnation again this Wednesday for a service of Holy Communion. It is a simple, quiet, straightforward practice of the communion liturgy. There is no sermon, just prayer and reflection in community around the readings for the week. We’ll start at 11 a.m.

Students, faculty, and staff—join the Future Space Working Group on Wednesday, August 26 from noon to 1 p.m. in OCC10 or on Zoom (link in email) for a Lunch & Learn to review the outcomes of our schematic design process. As we continue moving forward with Luther Seminary’s new home, we know this season of change can bring a lot of questions—and that’s exactly why we’re gathering. We’ll walk through where things stand, share an exciting first look at the 3D model of our new space, and cover several timely updates. Most importantly, this is a chance for our community to gather, share thoughts, and ask the questions. Bring your lunch and curiosity—and join us for a conversation about what’s ahead.

Join Community Life for a Minnesota State fair outing on Friday, August 28. We will meet at 9 a.m. in the Bockman parking lot and walk over together. The event will go until 12 p.m., but students can decide to stay longer if they’d like. Sign up using this online form (or scan the QR code on the flyers around campus) by Monday, August 24. Student Affairs will purchase tickets and a few snacks for participants—you are encouraged to bring your own money for anything extra.

Register for a trip to Christ Church Lutheran—in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis—on the morning of Sunday, September 20. This visit will include worship and a tour of the Eliel and Eero Saarinen-designed building that is credited with setting the standard for modernist churches built following World War II. Transportation from Luther Seminary will be available for those who would like to attend both worship and the tour. The tour is hosted by Luther Seminary archivist Caleb Rollins and members of the Christ Church Lutheran community. Please register by September 9. All are welcome!