Be kind to yourself.

Be kind to yourself.

This morning, on the way out the doors, I lost my keys. I was holding them when I put my jacket on, but 30 seconds later they were… gone. As I frantically searched my messy kitchen counter and raced around the house, I said to myself: “Ugh. Come on, Emily. Get it...
I will give you rest.

I will give you rest.

You might never have noticed, but alongside an image of Christ the words: “I will give you rest” are carved over the doors of Luther Memorial Church, next door to the LCM Student Center on University Avenue. In the 1920s, when Luther Memorial was a congregation...

4 Things I (re) Learned during COVID

As we have returned to a kind of new normal this fall, I’ve been reflecting on some things I learned last year that I’m bringing into my post-pandemic (or whatever this time is) ministry. Students Bring their Home Lives with them to CampusWhen students are living in...
Growing Digitally

Growing Digitally

The digital realm is a familiar one for me. Even before the pandemic, I was organizing Skype and Facebook messenger calls with my family and friends to play long-distance games from the Jackbox franchise or Dungeons and Dragons. And, as an avid gamer, I was no...
Pentecost

Pentecost

Pentecost, one of the most important liturgical holidays, marks the day the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles with tongues of fire. It marks the birthday of the Church. Prayer of the DayMighty God, you breathe life into our bones, and your Spirit brings truth to...