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Luther Seminary invites you to use the 2023 Lenten devotional, “God Loved the World” for personal or congregational use throughout the Lenten season. This year’s contributing authors from Luther Seminary are: The theological editor is James L. Boyce ’71, Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Greek. The editorial coordinator is Bethany Riethmeier, Donor Engagement Coordinator.Continue reading “Lenten Devotional by Luther Seminary”

For Lent 2023, you are invited to join individuals and congregations in the Southeastern Minnesota Synod as we explore ministry together with our partners around the globe. 40 Together: 1 Body, 1 Ministry, 40 Days Lenten initiative is designed to practice ministry together in accompaniment of our siblings in Christ in Tanzania, Colombia, the U.S./Mexico borderlands, andContinue reading “SE MN Synod Lenten Devotional”

The Advent-Christmas-Epiphany cycle came to an end on Sunday, February 19, with the celebration of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22. Traditionally, Lent is the 40-day period (excluding Sundays) starting on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter, which this year is April 9. TheContinue reading “About Ash Wednesday and Lent”