Festival of St. Lucia GLA Fika Breakfast
Join the Gustavus Library Associates on Thursday, December 10, 2026, for this year’s Festival of Saint Lucia GLA Fika Breakfast, featuring a keynote by Rev. Dr. Dee Pederson, ELCA Bishop, Southwestern Minnesota Synod, as we celebrate the enduring light of faith, courageous leadership, and compassionate service in our communities. Enjoy music by student group, Kaleidoscope Acappella.
The Festival of St. Lucia begins the Christmas season in Sweden. As a school founded by Swedish immigrants, Gustavus keeps the tradition alive through this annual celebration. Six sophomore women, who exemplify the qualities of courageous leadership, service to others, strength of character, compassion, and light, are chosen as the Court of St. Lucia.
Join us in Alumni Hall from 10:00 - 11:15 a.m., with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. Afterward, we invite you to attend the beautiful St. Lucia Chapel Service at 11:30 a.m. in Christ Chapel. Whether you've joined us before or this is your first time, we look forward to sharing this beautiful tradition with you.
Your $30 ticket includes a delightful breakfast, an inspiring program, and a special gift from the GLA. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit the Folke Bernadotte Memorial Library and, most importantly, our incredible students. ($15 of each ticket is tax-deductible). Check-in at the door (no physical tickets needed; open seating). Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable.
Questions? Call 507-933-7539 or email triciastenberg@gustavus.edu.
