Lutheran Campus Ministry of Bemidji

Welcome to Lutheran Campus Ministry of Bemidji!

Mission: Lutheran Campus Ministry of Bemidji is a welcoming grace-filled campus community where everyone is invited to explore faith, deepen relationships and serve our neighbors.

Vision: Lutheran Campus Ministry of Bemidji is a centering place for students to connect with God and each other. Rooted in God's infinte grace, we invite opportunities to be curious about faith, engage in service and grow deeper in relationships. We are committed to welcoming everyone while integrating faith and life to belong and feel both safe and challenged as we learn and journey together.

Refer A Student!

Do you know someone who attends Bemidji State University or Northwest Technical College as a new or returning student? Are they looking for a home away from home and a community of faith to connect with?

Let us know! We're excited to welcome them to campus, invite them out for coffee or tea and make sure they find a place to feel at home!

Email Pastor Emily: emily.papke-larson@bemidjistate.edu

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT LCM THIS SPRING?

Join us for Holy Week!

Lutheran Campus Ministry worships with First Lutheran Church (2 blocks fromm BSU, located at 900 Bemidji Ave N).

Our Holy Week schedule includes worship from Wednesday - Sunday! Join us at a time that works with your schedule - we look forward to welcoming you!

Wednesday - BSU students enjoy a free HOMEMADE meal with the FLC community & join in Holden Evening Prayer!

Maundy Thursday - Worship at 12pm and 6pm including Holy Communion

Good Friday - Worship at 12pm and 6pm

Holy Saturday / Easter Vigil - 8pm outdoor worship at the Lutheran Campus Center (1221 Birchmont Dr, across from Bangsberg Hall)! Worship with Calvary Lutheran, First Lutheran, A Community Called Grace and Lutheran Campus Ministry! *Dress for the weather - worship will be around a campfire!

Easter Sunday - Celebration worship at 8am and 10:30am

Swing by Lakeside on Tuesdays through the end of the semester to add your prayers to our community prayer flag!

(11AM - 1PM)

Food for Thought!

FREE meal & conversation about faith, life and what's happening in the world around us! Come connect with us - you belong here!

Tuesdays at 12:00pm -

Final Food for Thought of the Semester will be Tuesday, April 26th!

At Hobson Memorial Union - Scandinavian Room!

*You don't have to be a Christian, regular church attender or Bible wizard to attend! Lutheran Campus Ministry of Bemidji is an affirming, welcoming and grace-filled student group at BSU & NTC. Anyone who is curious about faith & spirituality (or just hungry for a good meal) is already welcome!

Join us for Worship!
Spring Semester - 2022

What? FREE dinner followed by worship w/ First Lutheran Church!

When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 4:45pm

February 9th / February 23rd
March 23rd
April 13th / April 27th

Where: Meet @ the Lutheran Campus Center - We'll walk together 2 blocks to First Lutheran Church! OR join us at FLC anytime!

(LCC is located at 1221 Birchmont Dr. NE - it's the big grey building across from Bangsberg Hall)

We believe that ALL people are loved by God - wherever you are on your spiritual journey! First Lutheran Church of Bemidji is an RIC congregation. RIC (Reconciling in Christ) is a program for Lutheran communities of faith to answer the inclusive call of the Gospel by publicly welcoming people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.