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Singing Through Uncertainty

A student explores her faith, grief, and doubt while performing the spiritual “Were You There” with the Augustana Choir.
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Sermon in Song

A student reflects on their journey at Augustana, discovering how choral music transforms grief into a sacred form of prayer, legacy, and evolving faith.
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Faith Fest 2026

Faith Fest is a 1-day retreat opportunity for sixth through eighth graders, hosted by Augustana University students.
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Storytelling Iftar Dinner

Join us as we celebrate and learn about Ramadan and Lent as an interfaith community at Augustana University.
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Finding Hope at the Foot of the Cross

A student examines why it’s important to feel the pain of the cross in order to truly understand the hope and grace of the resurrection.
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Faith, Suffering, Solidarity

A student reflects on surviving tragedy and addiction, finding that God never forsook them — even when they felt most alone in pain.
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My Life Verse

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Were You There

A student discovers that singing can be more than just a performance, it can become a prayer that connects generations of singers through Christ.
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Chapel on Ice

Chapel on ice is a unique worship service that takes place at Midco Arena on the campus of Augustana University.
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Integrity and Harmony

A choral piece by C.V. Stanford helps a music student explore the value of being part of a whole without overshadowing others.
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Augustana Buntrock Scholars Retreat

The Buntrock Scholars Program supports students who are active and engaged in ELCA congregations throughout the Midwest.
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Faith in North Carolina

Lauren gains a new perspective on generosity and kindness during a mission trip in North Carolina.
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What motivates you to remain a person of faith?

Tell a story about someone who inspires your faith.

What is one of your favorite Bible stories and why?

What is something you have learned that has changed your faith?

Tell a story about a time when God’s presence felt most real.

Do you have an object (book, jewelry, letter, piece of art) that has spiritual meaning for you?

What is a faith memory that you would like to relive?

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God Pod Request

The Augustana University God Pod wants to come to your community to capture and share stories of faith in your congregation, town, synod, or campus! Fill out the form below to request a visit. The God Pod will be available for scheduling beginning in August 2026.

Bringing the God Pod to your community gives Sacred Discoveries permission to share any stories that are collected.

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Share Your Story

Sacred Discoveries is collecting stories from anyone and everyone who has something to share about God’s work in their lives. Record your own short video response or offer a written reflection on one of our storytelling prompts.

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