Augustana College, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Day 2

This morning I met with area clergy, interns and South Dakota Synod staff for breakfast and conversation. I appreciated very much this opportunity to thank them for their partnership with Luther Seminary, to update them about the new things happening at the Seminary, and to invite their questions and comments.

Kevin Stillson, the missionary for the “Answer the Call” initiative by the South Dakota Synod was also at the breakfast and shared what he is doing with this ministry. “Answer the Call” is a program that encourages and educates young men and women in the South Dakota Synod about church vocations and what is possible for their future. It also supports those who have made a decision to seek a church vocation and does so by offering financial help, providing mentors, and prayer.

I wish to extend my thanks to Bishop Andrea DeGroot-Nesdahl and Assistant to the Bishop Pastor David Larson for this opportunity and for their wonderful hospitality.