Jim Limburg, professor emeritus of Old Testament at Luther Seminary, died on Monday, November 29. Limburg’s godson Rolf Jacobson, professor of Old Testament and The Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology, and Ministry, said, “Jim was a magnificent teacher, gifted writer and preacher, a faithful follower of Jesus, and a formidable scholar.” “I had […]
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Book Recommendation: ‘Becoming a White Antiracist: A Practical Guide for Educators, Leaders, and Activists’
Mary Hess, professor of educational leadership, is co-author with Stephen Brookfield of “Becoming a White Antiracist: A Practical Guide for Educators, Leaders, and Activists.” The book was released by Stylus Publishing in April. It was written to answer the question that many white people have when confronted with the need to work for racial justice: “What […]
Living Lutheran Interviewed Professor Mary Hess About “Becoming a White Antiracist”
On October 13, Living Lutheran published an interview with Mary Hess, professor of educational leadership, on “Becoming a White Antiracist,” a book she coauthored with Stephen Brookfield. “In Christian faith, … we talk about a God in whose love we are all drawn, and that love draws us toward each other. And one of the […]
Star Tribune Article Includes Faith+Lead Research and Quote From Professor Terri Elton
On October 9, 2021, the Star Tribune published an article on how COVID-19 has affected worship. The article included information from a Faith+Lead survey of clergy conducted last year and a quote from Professor Terri Elton about how the pandemic has changed the way we worship. “There’s a sense that, as we put our lives […]
Jonathan Rundman’s “Lost Songs of the Suomi Synod” Is Pioneer Press’ Literary Pick of the Week
Luther Seminary student Jonathan Rundman ’22 is author of the new book “Lost Songs of the Suomi Synod,” which includes translations and arrangements of songs sung by Finnish immigrants in America. The book was featured as the literary pick of the week in the September 19 issue of the Pioneer Press. Rundman was also interviewed […]
Lessons from the Autumn Leaves
The other day, I saw someone share this quote on social media: “The trees are about to show us how lovely it is to let things go.” As autumn approaches, I’ve been thinking about that. What are the things that would be lovely to let go? Perhaps we can let go of the notion that […]