Day in the Life, 2/18-19/2007

Twice a year (spring and fall) the admissions office invites groups of prospective students to come and visit our campus. The spring event, called, "Day in the Life," has just concluded.

Ten individuals had the opportunity to be a part of the campus community and get a taste of what it is like to be a student at Luther Seminary. They ate, slept, worshiped, attended classes, enjoyed the fellowship of current students and got an overall feel for the place. They also had the opportunity to meet with professors and other administrative departments to talk about degree programs, financial aid, applications, housing, and candidacy. Most importantly, they had time to talk with one another about their journey of discernment regarding seminary study and ministry. It was a full and busy time, but an important time as well in the process of deciding if this is where God is calling.

One of my favorite moments of "Day in the Life" was when I sat down with two of the prospective students and asked them how the event was going, and both of them responded with much enthusiasm. "How soon can we start?" They wished they could skip over the last months of undergrad and come right to seminary. It's wonderful when the call to ministry comes with such certainty and joy.

If the Holy Spirit is working in your heart and mind to consider seminary study, come and visit us. Immerse yourself in campus life and meet with current students, professors and staff, and see what is possible. You can schedule an individual visit or come during one of our group events. The fall event is called, "Ventures in Vocation" and is very similar to "Day in the Life." Perhaps your visit will end with the certainty and joy you are seeking.