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In response to requests from the broader ELCA community, Seminary Relations, Academic Affairs, and Faith+Lead are excited to announce a new experiment designed to fill a gap for those exploring ministry but who may not be ready for seminary. This two-year residency program partners with organizations like churches, camps, and campus ministries to provide mentoring, curriculum, and a cohort to those without seminary degrees who are entering paid ministry in these organizations. The residency combines practical ministry experience with spiritual formation and targeted education through Faith+Lead Academy coursework in the first year, with a strong recommendation for residents to begin a graduate certificate in their second year. We currently have two confirmed organizational partners and are delighted that Kurty Darling has agreed to direct this donor-funded initiative with a cohort starting this fall. If you’d like to know more, contact Elizabeth Schoenknecht, Terri Elton, or Susan Brooks.

Luther Seminary is excited to be one of six seminaries chosen to host the Smithsonian Institute’s touring exhibit on human origins during the Fall of 2025. The Luther community is encouraged to take advantage of the programmatic offerings that will be a part of this exciting opportunity to explore the relationship between science and theology using human evolution as a centerpiece. More information is forthcoming, but please plan to join us during Fall RFS, September 15-19, when the Smithsonian will offer various presentations connected to the exhibit. Students are also encouraged to consider taking part in a related fall course offered by Ken Reynhout entitled Homo Sapiens and God. This course will explore the theological challenges and opportunities presented by the science of human evolution. If you have questions about the course, reach out to Ken. Questions regarding the exhibit itself can be directed to Dale Dobias in the Library. And stay tuned for volunteer opportunities.

In this devotion, Rodger Prois ’93 M.Div., wonders who is listening to Jesus. Read today’s God Pause.

In this devotion, Rodger Prois ’93 M.Div., reminds us that we have been set free to serve our neighbor. Read today’s God Pause

On Thursday, June 19, visit the RACE: Are We So Different? exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota with other RFS students and members of the Luther Seminary community. Depart from the seminary at 10:00 a.m. and return by 1:00 p.m. (or stay longer at the SMM on your own). Lunch is provided. There are no RFS classes on Juneteenth. Register online today.

Want to share something in an upcoming edition of Inside Luther News, the seminary’s new internal e-newsletter? Send your announcement to communic@luthersem.edu. Submit items for the July edition by Wednesday, June 18. Inside Luther News helps keep students, staff, and faculty connected to our mission, people, and stories. Content in the e-newsletter is meant to be somewhat broader in scope—seasonal announcements, monthly reminders, stories about recent events or news of upcoming projects—than the daily Community Announcements posts and emails.