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…others, look in the sanctified mirror and remember if it were not for the goodness of God, especially amid trials, where would we be? Gems for the Journey: You’ve Been Faithful BY REV. VERONICA THOMAS MSW, Virginia Commonwealth University ’73; M.Div., Union-PSCE ’07 We here at Union Presbyterian Seminary have been very blessed to have Dr. Brian K. …
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…faculty, student body, and staff will continue to be a priority in the years to come, as well as ensuring that everyone at Union feels a powerful sense of belonging. 3) We have a dedicated board and a great team of staff committed to the mission of UPSem. People come to work at Union, and they work hard, because they …
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Another early morning for a not-quite-so-early flight (that wasn’t quite as early as we thought). And we got to have the “Egyptian Surprise” of daylight savings time, which hasn’t happened in 5 years! When we returned to Cairo, we visited the citadel of Cairo where we had the unique opportunity of visiting an Ottoman-style mosque built by the great Egyptian …
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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 …
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…local youth group as well as on the Presbytery’s Youth Council, and helped clear trails at the new Camp Grier in Old Fort North Carolina. She graduated from Concord High School before attending Flora MacDonald College in Red Springs North Carolina (now St. Andrews University, Laurinburg North Carolina) from which she graduated cum laude in 1959. Gay continued her call …
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…year since—through two world wars and a pandemic. For a complete schedule of the lectures and receptions, visit https://bit.ly/Sprunt23schedule To register for the Sprunt Lecture Series and the alumni luncheon, visit https://bit.ly/registerSprunt23 Learn more about the Sprunt Lecture speakers and events at this link: https://www.upsem.edu/newsroom/2023-sprunt-lectures-may-1-3-2023/ # # # Barb Dodd, Director of Communications Union Presbyterian Seminary bdodd@upsem.edu 804.278.4279 direct …
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…other institutions, organizations, and faith communities. VISION Our vision for the coming years is captured in two strategic priorities: Engaging new and revitalizing current degree programs so as to achieve a mission and leadership focus on God’s transformational work in the church and world Expanding programs for prophetic, missional, and transformative leadership for church leaders and other professionals. STRATEGIC PLAN …
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…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 …
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…organizing chair of the Presbyterian Child Advocacy Network and on the Year of the Child Planning Team for the General Assembly. She has served on the editorial board for Presbyterian Women’s Horizons Magazine, the Advisory Board for the PCUSA’s Educate a Child Initiative, and the National Committee on the Self-Development of People. She currently serves on the Educator Certification Council …
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…end my 31st year on this earth, I spent it with new and old friends and two of my favorite professors over a drink at Mikael Bar! Being at the Sea of Galilee has been a marvelous adventure for all. Tomorrow, we move to the final leg of our journey, to the city of Jerusalem. –Katie Carboni 1st year, MDiv/MAPT …
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…preacher will be Rev. Dr. M. Craig Barnes, former president of Princeton Theological Seminary. Rev. Lori Raible is the Alumni luncheon speaker. The BAA Trailblazer and the Distinguished Alum will be recognized, too, at a reception! Lecture Series Fee $100 covers all meals; there is no a la carte. Current UPSem students and faculty are free (for planning purposes/food, please …
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…preacher will be Rev. Dr. M. Craig Barnes, former president of Princeton Theological Seminary. Rev. Lori Raible is the Alumni luncheon speaker. The BAA Trailblazer and the Distinguished Alum will be recognized, too, at a reception! Lecture Series Fee $100 covers all meals; there is no a la carte. Current UPSem students and faculty are free (for planning purposes/food, please …
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…preacher will be Rev. Dr. M. Craig Barnes, former president of Princeton Theological Seminary. Rev. Lori Raible is the Alumni luncheon speaker. The BAA Trailblazer and the Distinguished Alum will be recognized, too, at a reception! Lecture Series Fee $100 covers all meals; there is no a la carte. Current UPSem students and faculty are free (for planning purposes/food, please …
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…for about an hour and a half to enter the grotto, the cave, where the tradition claims that Mary gave birth to Jesus. Unfortunately, the tight space that quickly filled with pilgrims coupled with the short window of time between services thwarted our entry. Despite disappointment, the experience prompted reflections among the group about the complex realities of pilgrimage and …
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…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 …
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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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…Ayyad spoke about AIRA’s particular concern with women’s issues and peaceful co-existence between Christians and Muslims in Egypt and around the world. One of AIRA’s main goals is to correct misconceptions about the Islamic faith which often come from terrorist groups. Dr. Ayyad spoke about the ways these groups, operating with their own agendas, misrepresent Islamic beliefs, particularly regarding violence …
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Today we were able to experience more connections with the biblical traditions. We went out to Caesarea Phillipi, which is located at the base of Mount Hermon. We read Psalms 42 and 133 while there, as they mention Mount Hermon. Experiencing that space, we came to better understand the reference to the “gates of Hades” in Matthew 16:13-21. In this …
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…Prior to that, he was the pastor/head of staff for twelve years at Central Presbyterian Church in downtown Atlanta. Other churches he served include the Germantown Presbyterian Church in Germantown, Tennessee, the Grand Avenue Presbyterian Church in Sherman, Texas, and the Setauket Presbyterian Church in Setauket, Long Island, New York. A native of South Carolina, Ted Wardlaw is a graduate …
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…trip left, my prayer for all of us is that our journey continues to be exciting with new adventures and events that lead us in the direction of our Master Builder, and that we follow with discernment His Will as we guide others to the one who saves, redeems, and lives within us. –Tammy Davis M.Div., 3rd year, Charlotte Campus …
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…multipronged approach to addressing poverty, especially among women, children, and the disabled. Various directors shared their work in areas ranging from development to microfinance to agriculture to intercultural dialogue. Recently, CEOSS participated in writing and proposing legislation against hate speech that is now being considered by the Egyptian parliament. Of particular interest to our group was their 80/800 initiative …
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…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 …
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