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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…

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BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: May 2023

…in bed feeding myself popcorn): Hello? Them: Hello Dana, this is Brian Blount. Me: (shoots straight up, wipes mouth, swallows whole popcorn kernels to clear my throat) Dr. Blount??! Dr. Blount: Yes, good evening, Dana. How are you? Me: (interrupts) Dr. Blount, OMG, why are you calling ME?! What did I do?! Dr. Blount: You didn’t do anything, Dana. I…

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Crossing into Sinai

After a night of much needed rest, some awoke early to the sounds of barking dogs. I enjoyed a morning meditation on the breezy terrace. We had coffee in the lounge and then we went to a buffet-style breakfast that was plentiful and beautifully presented. We had free time after breakfast to go relax and tour the resort. Some went…

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BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: February 2024

…13, 1990 to January 15, 1994, one term, as prescribed by Virginia State law and The Honorable Deval L. Patrick served from January 4, 2007 to January 11, 2015, two terms by state law. However, Governor Wilder, who is presently in his mid 90’s, still remains one of the most powerful voices in Virginia politics. On November 8, 2022 a…

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Listening and Learning in Egypt

…as they boldly increase the number of churches with which they collaborate. Listening to the resiliency and success of the various projects was deeply inspiring. After the presentation, students eagerly continued to dialogue with various directors. When one of them found out that there was a bookstore, they asked if we might briefly visit it. Not only did we visit…

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2024 SPRUNT LECTURES

MAY 6, 2024 – MAY 8, 2024 Please join us in Watts Chapel on the Richmond campus of Union Presbyterian Seminary or online for the Sprunt Lecture Series. You’ll hear from exciting speakers and more. Event Schedule Lecturer: Dr. John J. Thatamanil, Professor of Theology and World Religions, Union Theological Seminary Worship Leader: Rev. Dr. M. Craig Barnes, former president…

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2024 Sprunt Lectures

May 6-8, 2024 Registration for the 2024 Sprunt Lectures is open now! The alumni office invites you to attend this opportunity to hear a world-class lecturer and to fellowship with other attendees. Register at this link before April 29! Dr. John J. Thatamanil, Professor of theology and world religions at Union Theological Seminary in New York, is the lecturer. Our…

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2024 Sprunt Lectures

May 6-8, 2024 Registration for the 2024 Sprunt Lectures is open now! The alumni office invites you to attend this opportunity to hear a world-class lecturer and to fellowship with other attendees. Register at this link before April 29! Dr. John J. Thatamanil, Professor of theology and world religions at Union Theological Seminary in New York, is the lecturer. Our…

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2024 Sprunt Lectures

May 6-8, 2024 Registration for the 2024 Sprunt Lectures is open now! The alumni office invites you to attend this opportunity to hear a world-class lecturer and to fellowship with other attendees. Register at this link before April 29! Dr. John J. Thatamanil, Professor of theology and world religions at Union Theological Seminary in New York, is the lecturer. Our…

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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/…

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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/…

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2023 Sprunt Lectures May 1 -3, 2023

…Conversation. In 2011, Dr. Gilbert launched The Preaching Project, a ministry aimed at equipping ministers to better serve African American churches and communities. He also serves as Director of the Equipping the Saints: Black Congregations Online Resource Center at Howard University; General Editor of the forthcoming Preaching, Theology, and Culture book series (Fortress Press); and member of the editorial board…

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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…

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The Museum of Israel

Our day started later than usual this morning, which was greatly appreciated. The wake-up call wasn’t until 7:00 a.m., breakfast by 8, and then we got on the bus by 9:30 a.m. to visit the Israeli Museum in Jerusalem. The scenery of the city is quite different from other sites we have explored thus far. In lieu of breathtaking mountains,…

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Duc in Altum

Today we visited the Mount of Beatitudes, then walked down a short trail toward the sea of Galilee. We visited the Primacy of Peter, a church built to commemorate the spot where Jesus fed the disciples a breakfast of fish and bread as well as instructed Peter “feed my sheep.” Near the base of the church, we were able to…

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Into Israel

After a taxing but fulfilling hike yesterday, we awoke from a deep sleep for breakfast—a sore, yet bittersweet meal. Bahgat, our Egyptian tour guide, greeted us with his traditional greeting “Habibi” (friends) and lamented that it was the last time we would share that together. We then continued eating and reflected on all that we experienced in Egypt. I, especially,…

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112th Year of Sprunt Lecture Series Brings Renowned African American Scholar-Authors to Union Presbyterian Seminary

Richmond, VA (April 12, 2023)—The annual Sprunt Lecture Series will be held at Union Presbyterian Seminary May 1 through May 3, 2023. Scores of alumni and guests will gather at historic Watts Chapel to hear Dr. Keri Day from Princeton Theological Seminary and Dr. Kenyatta Gilbert from Howard University School of Divinity. Lectures, led by Dr. Day, and worship, led…

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Inaugural Symposium Celebrates Center for Excellence in Christian Education at UPSem’s Charlotte Campus

Charlotte, NC (November 13, 2023)—Research, practice, and leadership are the three platforms of the newly established Center for Excellence in Christian Education at Union Presbyterian Seminary. Designed to foster new ways of teaching with leading-edge thinking, the CECE will formally open with More Than: The Inaugural Symposium on Nov.30-Dec.1. On Thursday, Nov. 30, educators, pastors, and lay leaders are invited…

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Online Course: The Christian Life (Pathways Online Course)

This is an online course that is open to all. This 6-week course includes weekly online class meetings, on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST. In addition to the live class meetings, this course will include both reading and written assignments. Online Course Title: The Christian Life, Pathways Online Course Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito, Associate Professor of…

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Online Course: The Christian Life (Pathways Online Course)

This is an online course that is open to all. This 6-week course includes weekly online class meetings, on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST. In addition to the live class meetings, this course includes both reading and written assignments. Online Course Title: The Christian Life, Pathways Online Course Course Description: This course is designed to provide knowledge…

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Online Course: Pastoral Care (Pathways Online Course)

This is an online course that is open to all. This 6-week course includes weekly online class meetings, on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST. In addition to the live class meetings, this course includes both reading and written assignments. Online Course Title: Pastoral Care, Pathways Online Course Course Description: This course focuses on the art of listening…

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Online Course: Polity & Administration (Pathways & CE Certification Online Course)

This online course is open to all. The Polity & Administration course is a part of the seminary’s Pathways online course program, and this same course has also been approved for those seeking to become a Certified Christian Educator (to fulfill the Polity, Program, and Mission course requirement). This 8-week course includes weekly online class meetings, on Tuesday evenings. In…

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