Spiritual Warfare

July 2, 2026

Our Spring 2026 issue on "Spiritual Warfare", a topic often ignored in Lutheran circles. To read as an online journal, click here.

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SIMUL - Spring 2026 - Vol. 5, Issue 3

Series: SIMUL

July 2, 2026 By St. Paul Lutheran Seminary

SIMUL - "Spiritual Warfare" (Spring 2026)

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Important Dates for Fall '26

June 15, 2026

June 15, 2026 Fall Registration Opens August 30, 2026 Classes Begin September 28, 2026 Last Day to Drop/Add Classes October 4th-7th October 31, 2026 LCMC Gathering Last Day to Withdraw from Classes Nov. 22nd - Nov 28th, 2026 Thanksgiving Break December 6th - 12th, 2026 Finals Week December 12th Last Day of Classes

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Getting Together at the "Gathering"

Students, Faculty and Staff

May 25, 2026 By St. Paul Lutheran Seminary

Your suggestions would be welcome on a "Gathering at the Gathering, October 4-7, 2026 in West Des Moines. Perhaps after the Fellowship dinner? Send suggestion to jjensen@semlc.org

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What Does It Mean to Be Confessional

SIMUL - Winter 2026 - Vol. 5, Issue 2

Series: SIMUL

April 6, 2026 By St. Paul Lutheran Seminary

SIMUL - Winter 2026 - Vol. 5, Issue 2

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Senior Ministry

SIMUL - Fall 2025 - Vol. 5, Issue 1

Series: SIMUL

December 31, 2025 By St. Paul Lutheran Seminary

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Graying in Grace

Becoming Mature Disciples of Jesus Christ

October 23, 2025 By Brad Hales

The focus of this Bible study: Assisting older adults in clinging to the faithful promises of God, and “walking alongside” those who want to grow into “mature disciples.”

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Scriptural Retirement

Serving and Sharing Jesus A Bible Study

October 23, 2025 By Brad Hales

Retirement can mean different things to different people. It may mean working for some, and not working for others. It may mean spending time with the grandchildren or taking trips. It may mean finally having the time to serve, or focusing on new paths and career opportunities. Or, it may mean caring for a loved one rather than getting to do something that you desire. Maybe you fall into one, or several of these categories. If so, this study is for you and your church.

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Hope for the Older Adult

Senior Adult Ministries

October 23, 2025 By Brad Hales

A short, bible study on issues which seniors are currently navigating through, and how God’s Word can bring strength and comfort in the unknown.

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Renewing the Local Church - A Biblical Perspective

Senior Adult Ministries

October 23, 2025 By Brad Hales

When something is “renewed” it means to: make better, change, strengthen, to prepare for a further task. When a conscious decision is made not to renew, this can be a sign of refusal, apathy, or advocating a position of literal downward decline. As Lutherans, we are a part of a reforming tradition. Through centering alone on the Word of God, Martin Luther set off to renew the Church for God’s mission to be done in the world.

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Sharing the Gospel with the Next Generation Training

Youth Ministry Resource

October 13, 2025 By Mark Nissen

GOALS FOR THIS TRAINING INCLUDE... CONSIDER WHAT OUR HIGH SCHOOLERS ARE FACING DISCUSS THE GOAL OF YOUTH MINISTRY (GOOD KIDS VS. GOSPEL) HEALTHY ADULT STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS HOW TO SHARE THE GOSPEL DEVELOP A VIEW OF YOUTH MINISTRY THAT IS ROOTED IN SCRIPTURE DISCUSS THE ORGANIZATIONAL SIDE OF YOUTH MINISTRY GET EXCITED TO SERVE OUR STUDENTS!

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