Terence Fretheim ’60 M.Div., Th.D., professor emeritus at Luther Seminary, made a profound and enduring impact before he died on Monday, November 16. “Dr. Fretheim was a beloved teacher, mentor, colleague, and friend whose lasting legacy had a profound impact not just on Luther Seminary but on the global communion of churches,” said Luther Seminary […]
A Promise We Can Count On
In a time when the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage communities and families around the globe, it can be perplexing to consider how to approach the coming season of gratitude and celebration. Usually, this is a time of gathering, of joy, of turkeys roasting and pumpkin pies baking, but this year will be different. Many […]
Book Recommendation: “A History of Luther Seminary: 1869-2019”
Mark Granquist, professor and Lloyd and Annelotte Svendsbye Chair in Church History, is author of “A History of Luther Seminary: 1869-2019.” The book was published last year as the seminary celebrated its sesquicentennial. Granquist starts with an overview of Lutheran theological education, examines Norwegian American Lutheranism, and covers the histories of the seminaries that merged […]
Luther Seminary Is Exploring Leasing Stub Hall To Temporarily House People Experiencing Homelessness
After being approached by Ramsey County, Luther Seminary is exploring temporarily leasing a vacant building still planned for sale and redevelopment for the purpose of housing women and couples experiencing homelessness this winter. Ramsey County plans a community engagement session November 17 to hear feedback and a Luther Seminary representative will attend. The county’s interest […]
Book Recommendation: The Annotated Luther, Volume 4: Pastoral Writings
Professor Mary Jane Haemig is the editor of “The Annotated Luther, Volume 4: Pastoral Writings,” published in 2016 by Fortress Press. Part of a six-volume series, this book covers selected sermons, hymns, “Little Prayer Book” (1522), “Small Catechism” (1529), and other writings by Martin Luther related to reform, pastoral care, teaching, and prayer. As Haemig […]
The Gift of Resiliency
Recently, during a meeting with our board of directors, Vice President for Academic Affairs Joy Moore led us in the practice of Dwelling in the Word. We explored Isaiah 25, in which the prophet praises God for doing wonderful things, even in the midst of destruction and ruin. “The Lord will wipe away the tears […]