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Luther Seminary Give Day 2026<\/h2>\n

Welcome to our annual Give Day\u2014a special 24-hour celebration of generosity, community, and faith running from midnight to midnight on September 23.<\/p>\n

Today, we invite alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends from around the world to come together in support of our shared mission. Every gift\u2014no matter the size\u2014makes a meaningful impact in how we share our unique gifts to serve in God\u2019s world.<\/p>\n

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Why Your Gift Makes a Difference Today<\/span><\/h2>\n

Discover how Luther Seminary equips faithful leaders! Hear from Tyler Egge as he shares his story of coming to Luther Seminary and discerning his call to serve the church.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Your Impact Today<\/h2>\n

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Your Give Day support to the Sustaining Fund helps Luther Seminary:<\/p>\n

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  • Equip ministry leaders with the theological depth and practical skills they need today.<\/li>\n
  • Increase our capacity to make theological education accessible to those saying \u201cyes\u201d to God.<\/li>\n
  • Innovate and create resources that serve the local congregations and the wider church in real-time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Join us today to make Give Day a success\u2014every gift matters!<\/p>\n

    #LSGiveDay<\/p>\n

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    Students, Share Your Thanks!<\/span><\/h2>\n

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    Students, please share your gratitude with the Luther community! We’re gathering thank you messages from students to share with supporters throughout the year. Your words will “thank it forward” to inspire more generosity. Please take a moment to share, thank you!<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Show us your “why”!<\/h2>\n

    Behind every gift to Luther Seminary is a story, a memory, or a vision for the future. Share a photo that represents why you give\u2014whether it\u2019s a favorite memory, a photo with classmates, or a ministry moment close to your heart\u2014using #LSGiveDay and #LutherSeminary.<\/p>\n

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