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BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: May 2023

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: May 2023

…currently serving in the Conover Ministerial Alliance. I received a recognition plaque during the MLK evening service in January. We celebrate special days like National Day of Prayer, and Easter Sunrise, host a baccalaureate service for Newton-Conover High School, and pray at the Conover City Council meeting. I am the Vice-President of the Hickory Area Ministers. We work with non-profits…

2023 Sprunt Lectures

2023 Sprunt Lectures

…American Religion Princeton Theological Seminary PREACHER: Dr. Kenyatta Gilbert Professor of Homiletics Howard University School of Divinity KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Ted Warlaw President Emeritus Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary Livestream Links Opening Lecture, May 1 https://www.youtube.com/live/KtMSQzKIfcE Lecture II, May 2 https://www.youtube.com/live/qzcDiE1N66k Worship, May 2 https://www.youtube.com/live/QHxBNUdnMEU Lecture III, May 2 https://www.youtube.com/live/ZvGiaeWgWIA Lecture IV, May 3 https://www.youtube.com/live/AGP1KkprUgo Closing Worship, May 3 https://www.youtube.com/live/bHPPUhHZVdI…

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: February 2024

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: February 2024

…we can enhance the ways we prepare those leaders for the church and the world of the future. We are in the midst of strategic planning for the next five years so you will hear more about initiatives around these ideas in the next few months. I believe the time is now to refocus our attention on the boundless opportunities…

From Hermon to the Sea of Galilee

From Hermon to the Sea of Galilee

…recalled the stories in which Jesus calms the raging sea and walks on the water and worshiped together while experiencing the gentle rolling of the waves around us. Later that evening, as the full moon rose over the Sea of Galilee, we gathered in the hotel for a time of reflection. It was a beautiful experience in the cool of…

From Galilee to the Dead Sea

From Galilee to the Dead Sea

…the bath house, we drove down to Jericho, the oldest city in the world, dating back 10,000 years. The Walls of Jericho are well-known to all biblical readers, but there has been much discussion concerning the historicity of the story as told in Joshua 2 and 6. After a riveting lecture from Safwat on the bus ride, we arrived at…

Complex Narratives of the Land

Complex Narratives of the Land

…its meaning. Those who did not try to enter the cave, spent time in the courtyard where they could peek into the cave, where Jerome produced the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible. From there, we went to explore one of the caves of the Shepherd’s Field, where the angels proclaimed the good news of the birth of Jesus…

Remember. Together. Apart.

Remember. Together. Apart.

…Jerusalem. This group of people lived—and died—together in a community of Jewish believers set apart from the oppressive ways of the Roman empire. Remember. Together. Apart. Next, we traveled the short distance to Qumran National Park, the site of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. As a total language nerd, I was quite excited to visit the place where…

The Museum of Israel

The Museum of Israel

…the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, the Dead Sea, and other amazing sites on scarcely populated roadways, we are in the largest city in Israel. Jerusalem has the feel of our large cities at home with crowded narrow streets, high rise buildings, and people everywhere. The population of the city sits at an estimated one million citizens. As someone…

Duc in Altum

…touch the spot where the sea breaks onto the shore. As one would expect, fish was the main course for our lunch. Our next stop was Magdala, hometown of Mary Magdalene. We toured an excavated first-century synagogue and the market that surrounded it. Our tour guide suggested that Jesus may have taught there. The site is also home to Duc…

The Meaning of a True Pilgrim

The Meaning of a True Pilgrim

…The group then went to Nazareth, starting near the spring that made the town possible. From there, we moved to St. Gabriel, a Greek orthodox church where we got to witness (from the outside) the baptism of a boy who was about 7 years old. The attendees at the church were friendly and welcoming while the church worker who guarded…

Sabbath on the Red Sea

Sabbath on the Red Sea

…Islam treats people of other religions with the same respect as Muslims. We are grateful for the hospitality of our hosts and the opportunity for productive dialogue. After leaving Al-Azhar Al-Shariff, we traveled by bus from Cairo to Ras Sidr in the Sinai Peninsula. En route we crossed under the Suez Canal by tunnel. Ras Sidr is on the Red…

Bridge for Early Career Preachers to Expand

Bridge for Early Career Preachers to Expand

Richmond, VA (November 3, 2023)—Union Presbyterian Seminary recently received a grant of $249,920 from the Lilly Endowment Inc. to expand The Bridge for Early Career Preachers. The program was developed with the support of an earlier grant from Lilly Endowment made through its Compelling Preaching Initiative. The Bridge for Early Career Preachers provides resources, continuing education, and a supportive community…

Hospitality in Cairo

Hospitality in Cairo

Today we spent some time exploring the Coptic side of Cairo! We started the morning attending a Saturday service at the St. Bishoy monastery in Wadi El-Natrun. The service was a little overstimulating for me personally—the method of prayer they use is beautiful but it’s also almost constant singing or noise—but, as Christine reminded me, engaging with other cultures help…

Arrived in Cairo

Arrived in Cairo

…It feels good to sit and relax after almost 24 hours of travel. Our hotel is right on the river Nile. The sun is hanging low in the hazy horizon as boats cruise the river and the sound of honking horns wafts up from the nearby streets below. It’s the third day of Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end…

Gay Dawn Mothershed Dies at 85

Gay Dawn Mothershed Dies at 85

…invaluable member of the Workgroup to Study the Role and Status of Educators in the PCUSA (1996-1998.) She brought to the deliberations of this group her distinguished history and experience from service on the Committee FOR the Ordination of Church Educators which worked from 1977-1983 in the PCUS. Gay was a Certified Educator from the beginning of her career and…

Inauguration | Flourishing Church, Flourishing World

Inauguration | Flourishing Church, Flourishing World

Union Presbyterian Seminary inaugurates its eighth president, Dr. Jacqueline Lapsley, at this special ceremony held on the Seminary’s Quadrangle in Richmond, VA. Watch the livestream and learn more about the details at https://www.upsem.edu/may8/…

Symposium | What Are Seminaries For?

Symposium | What Are Seminaries For?

Join President Jacq Lapsley and five thought leaders and pastors for this lively panel discussion in Watts Chapel. Panel members include Eric Barreto, Kenda Dean, Gail Henderson-Belsito, Jessica Tate, and Rich Voelz. Learn more about the speakers or watch the livestream at https://www.upsem.edu/may8/…

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

…the valley as the rising sun shone from behind us onto the glistening gold of the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount. Upon descending into the valley below we entered the grove of olive trees dated to 900 years old that is considered the intentional propagation of an older lineage and now designate the garden of Gethsemane. The…

2023 Sprunt Lectures May 1 -3, 2023

2023 Sprunt Lectures May 1 -3, 2023

…of Presbyterian College, and he earned his divinity degree at Union Theological Seminary in Virginia. At Union, he won a graduate fellowship to continue his studies at Yale University Divinity School, where he earned a Masters of Sacred Theology in American Church History (Magna Cum Laude). As a parish pastor, he served on the Board of Visitors at Johnson C….

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings

…her life, we were able to explore the temple on our own. Today was hot, and we were all grateful to enjoy a delicious lunch beneath a tree full of birds providing our musical entertainment. During the heat of the day, we had a much-needed break at our hotel. Thanks to generous donors, we were all able to enjoy the…

Islamic Studies Scholar to Lead Dawe Lecture on March 14 at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Islamic Studies Scholar to Lead Dawe Lecture on March 14 at Union Presbyterian Seminary

…interfaith dialogue, this lecture series seeks to contribute a deepened awareness and insight in areas of intellectual and especially practical religious concern. Please register online to attend the free Dawe Lecture at https://bit.ly/24Dawe or tune into the livestream on the Seminary’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@UPSem/streams # # # Contact: Barb Dodd Director of Communications Union Presbyterian Seminary (804) 278-4279 bdodd@upsem.edu…

Into Israel

…took through the former to get to Canaan. Samir peppered the remainder of the three-hour journey with facts about the minerals gleaned from the Dead Sea, the cracks in the salt mountains often referred to as Lot’s wife, and how the name Jericho means “city of the moon.” Our long day of travel came to a close at the Oasis…

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Union Presbyterian Seminary will be closed July 4,

Union Presbyterian Seminary will be closed July 4, 2024 and July 5, 2024 in observance of Independence Day.

Congratulations are in order for Dr. Jacq Lapsley

Congratulations are in order for Dr. Jacq Lapsley on her confirmation at the 226th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). She is the first woman president @upseminary and we are honored to be guided by her leadership.

"I am about to do a new thing;
now it springs forth; do you not perceive it?" -Isaiah 43:19

UPSem alum Rev. Tony Larson has been named Co-Mode

UPSem alum Rev. Tony Larson has been named Co-Moderator at the 226th General Assembly of the @pcusa He is shown with Rev. Cece Armstrong, co-moderator. Both serve churches in South Carolina. We are so proud...congratulations!

Welcome to the newest alumni @upseminary! Commence

Welcome to the newest alumni @upseminary! Commencement at the Charlotte campus was filled with happy faces as more than 20 new graduates received their degrees. We are so proud of these leaders--congratuiations! Be sure to enjoy the photos on the UPSem Flickr page. The livestream of the graduation services is on the UPSem YouTube channel (link in bio).

Our very own faculty member, Frances Taylor Gench,

Our very own faculty member, Frances Taylor Gench, won an Award of Excellence in Biblical Interpretation for her reflection on female pastoral leadership and the biblical interpretations. The Associated Church Press (ACP) awards recognize the best in faith-based media, and we are so proud they recognized her work! With more than 800 entries, kudos to the @presoutlook for the Best of the Church Press Awards!

Follow the link below to read her reflection:
https://bit.ly/4cgu5V9

If you'd like to start classes this coming Fall, d

If you'd like to start classes this coming Fall, don't forget to submit your applications by July 1 for the following programs:

Master of Divinity
Master of Arts in Christian Education
Master of Arts in Public Theology

Visit the Admissions & Aid tab on our website (link in bio) to apply now!

Let's hear it for our recent graduate, Kirsten Ant

Let's hear it for our recent graduate, Kirsten Anthony Trachsel, for beginning her journey as Director of The Children's Place Preschool at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Texas. We are very proud and excited!

This week, a handful of our faculty and staff were

This week, a handful of our faculty and staff were involved in leading various workshops and conversations at the ATS Biennial meeting. We are so grateful they had the opportunity to speak and connect with others in the ATS community!

Find details on their participation below:

President Jacqueline Lapsley and President Emeritus Brian Blount discussed presidential transitions and the practicalities of doing it well. (Pictured with Andrew Pomerville, President of Louisville Seminary)

Ken McFayden, our Academic Dean, spoke on navigating the opportunities and challenges of teaching in an increasingly digital world.

Rachel Baard, our Director of Master of Arts in Public Theology program, presented on her 'Church in the Public Square' grant with co-presenter, Agnes Chiu of China Evangelical Seminary North America 北美中華福音神學院 CESNA

Shawn Oliver, our Vice President for Strategy and Institutional Effectiveness was appointed to the Appeals Committee of the ATS Board of Commissioners.