Legacy of BTSR will fund new initiatives in racial justice and theological education

…building beloved community by promoting justice, systemic change in congregations and communities, and the reconciliation of people and creation. It is committed to carrying on the BTSR tradition of a community of gender inclusivity, racial diversity and ecumenical commitment. The CFJR, which held its inaugural board meeting last month, will be housed in the Lou and Randall Lolley Center for…

Assoc. Pastor/Director of Youth and Family Ministries–First Presbyterian Church–Boise, Idaho

…with a minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in creating and successfully leading Christian Education programs for children and/or youth using Reformed theology Position is full-time. Salary range $50,000 – 65,000 plus benefits. Please send a resume and cover letter to: search@fpcboise.org. Please feel free to reach out with questions as well. Church website: fpcboise.org Online sermons: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=first+presbyterian+church+boise+idaho Information-about-Boise Family-Ministry-Staff-Job-Description…

India travel seminar: Spirit of the Sikhs

…Bagh commemorating the massacre of Punjabi people in 1919. The temple stands in the center surrounded by an expansive pool of water where one can dip their feet and cleanse their body. Visitors receive a communion that serves as an offering to God. Standing in bare feet on the cold marble ground, I could not hold back my tears. I…

Rev. William Barber to lecture on social justice preaching

…Barber II speaks on “Just Jesus: The Black Church and Social Justice Preaching.” Rev. Barber is the president and senior lecturer of Repairers of the Breach. An author, preacher, and professor, he is the chief architect of the “Forward Together Moral Movement.” Sponsored by Union’s Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation. This free event will be livestreamed. Register at https://www.regonline.com/registration/Checkin.aspx?EventID=2546578…

A look back at 2016 in pictures

…peace. June Richmond Commencement Charlotte Commencement Nature’s Fury: A severe thunderstorm inflicted heavy damage to our Richmond community. Damage to the seminary was light compared to our neighbors. July Communities of Learning: An innovative summer orientation program, unique to UPSem, that shows new students just how much we care about making their seminary experience a successful one. Richmond Summer Hebrew…

Online Workshop: Storytelling Masterclass – Become a Better Communicator

Online Workshop: Storytelling Masterclass – Become a Better Communicator Dates: Tuesdays, April 13, 20, and 27, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST (Note: This online workshop is a three-part series). Led by: Christen Kinard, Founder, Digital Congregations Workshop Description: Are you boring? Probably not. But your church’s communications may be. Churches often default to making announcements and sharing information, but…

Associate Pastor–First Presbyterian Church–Vero Beach, FL

…the Vero Beach Museum of Art or find a quaint artist studio tucked away from the main streets. The residents of Vero Beach share not just a place to live, but a genuine sense of camaraderie within its communities, making this coastal enclave more than just a location – it’s a tight-knit community that cherishes its surrounding natural beauty. https://www.vanderbloemen.com/job/first-presbyterian-church-vero-beach-associate-pastor…

Online Workshop: Understanding Climate Change as a Biblical Mandate

…irreversible changes to this planet. In addition, the course will discuss the why and how pastors should address this topic within congregations. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 | 11 A.M. EDT Session 1 This session will include an overview of the rationale for the course, a discussion of the prevailing interpretation of Genesis 1:28, an examination of the implications of the Noah…

Alice Walker to keynote Center for Womanist Leadership gathering

RICHMOND, Va. (January 23, 2018) – Alice Walker, author of “The Color Purple,” will keynote the Bearing Witness to Womanism inaugural gathering, in Richmond, Virginia, April 5-7, 2018. The event is sponsored by the Center for Womanist Leadership at Union Presbyterian Seminary and the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University. Walker’s keynote is free and will…

APCE 2018: Boundless Hospitality

…truly deep and wide sense of hospitality. The Rev. Sandra Van Opstal dove into this theme during the opening worship session. Pointing to the beloved story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19, she challenged us to consider anew how we show hospitality. Too often, we invite others to leave home to enter our church rather than invite ourselves to fellowship in…

Union named Seminary that Changes the World

…in one’s faith and to inspire, sustain and deepen his or her commitment to neighbor, community, country and the world. Through their commitment to collaborate, this diverse group of schools named on this year’s list of Seminaries that Change the World embody the best of faithful and justice-seeking communities.” For more information about Seminaries that Change the World, visit www.faith3.org….

On-Campus Workshop: Multiple Ways of Teaching & Learning

…theological education is grounded in both academic and ecclesial contexts, her students are assigned to participate in their congregations and communities as a part of their educational experience. Her focus on practical pedagogy is not only to develop more committed and knowledgeable educators and ministers, but also more committed and knowledgeable congregants. Dr. Lockhart’s research interests are in the areas…

Black Lives Matter!

…Love (1897 – Pencil Sharpener); William B. Purvis (1894 – Electric Railway and 1897Electric Railway Switch); Frederick M. Jones (Thermostat and Temperature Control System); Granville T. Woods (1888 – Railway Telegraphy). My research produced eight and one-half single spaced pages of the names of African-American inventors from 1845-1980. You may get a copy of the list at http://www.Smith-Lenoir.com. Finally, I…

Director of Student Ministries–Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church–Austin, TX

…– {Insert Your Name} Application Questions 1-10 In order to understand your fit for this position, please respond to the following questions in written or video format. Questions 1-5 required. 1. WHPC is committed to reaching the students in our community with the love of Christ. What strategies/ideas come to mind for best practices of community engagement for young people…

Lead Pastor–United Church of Beloit–Beloit, WI

…Leadership Connection portal at https://clc.pcusa.org/login • Pastors affiliated with the NACCC may apply through the NACCC portal at https://www.naccc.org/resources/pastoral-search/ • Pastors from other denominations may also create an account and apply through the NACCC portal or may email the search committee at UCBeloitSearch@gmail.com with your background and interest for more information • Please contact UCBeloitSearch@gmail.com with any questions http://www.unitedchurchbeloit.org/ UCB-Lead-Pastor-Job-Description…

…committee. ● Attend and be the key leader for at least one summer mission trip. ● Recruit, train, and support adult leaders for mission trips. ● Complete or direct the completion of all administrative duties related to the trip including distributing registration forms, planning trip details, coordinating with mission site partners and communicating with leaders, parents, and participants. Other Youth…

Union Sunday

…and the Sermon Anthem by the Seminary Choir Affirmation of Faith text Minute for Mission – About the Seminary UPSem Fact Sheet Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer text Charge and Benediction text SUNDAY SCHOOL RESOURCES For children For youth Interpreting James 3:13 – 4:1 Through Art (VIDEO) Youth Lesson: Growing Wise (PDF) For adults (VIDEO) text questions…

Online Workshop: Email Communication — A Crash Course

…organizations as diverse as high-end retail stores and independent schools develop and implement efficient and impactful communications strategies. Digital Congregations sits at the intersection of her desire to do meaningful work, her belief in the importance of faith communities, and her talents and experience. Christen has a MA in Peace and Conflict Resolution from Norwich University and a BA in…

Vocational Planning

…current ministry opportunities. Other job posting websites include: PC (USA) Church Leadership Connection ChurchStaffing.com MinistryJobs.com Idealist (non-profit jobs) YouthPastor.com PREPARATION FOR PCUSA SENIOR ORDINATION EXAMS The Supervised Ministry and Vocational Planning Office organizes review sessions for the Biblical Exegesis, Church Polity, Theology and Worship & Sacraments exams offered during the fall, winter and spring cycles of each academic year.  …

Hitting a moving target

…always waiting to help in some way. This is a dream call, really. Very early in this call, however, I noticed something missing. It seemed like everyone I talked to was beyond excited about everything I just mentioned… but never mentioned young adults. I remember asking the personnel committee, after a wonderful conversation about the youth ministry, “but what about…

Dr. Katie Geneva Cannon’s Legacy: A Griot Teaching Griots

…who experienced her griot womanist characteristics and identity: PhD knowledge and wisdom; storytelling and community gatekeeper; ethics and womanist teachings. Dr. Katie Cannon taught all of us how to embrace our true selves, how to live as a womanist griot in a diverse and multicultural community, and how to use real and relevant social ethics, intracultural and intergenerational encounters and…

Congregational Corner: What it all comes down to

…I think of the ecumenical Thanksgiving service in a small town in North Carolina, showing that a congregation which is open to a new experience can reform their community in love and grace. I think of the congregation seeking their place within the community, seeking ways to minister to a different demographic than when they began. I think of the…