Seminary for a Day 2017

Seminary for a Day consists of a full day of keynote addresses and workshops, connections with old friends and new, and a taste of what seminary education is like. The day features the faculty of Union Presbyterian Seminary campus in Richmond. There will be workshops in the morning and afternoon; choose one workshop in the morning and one in the…

Preaching the Old Testament: Engaging the Whole Canon for a Changing Church

This workshop will be led by current faculty of the Bible and Practical Theology Departments of Union Presbyterian Seminary. Come join a community of learners to explore the the challenges and opportunities of preaching the Old Testament for a changing church. And as the Lenten season will soon follow this workshop, the group will dive into the Revised Common Lectionary’s…

Writing (Righting) Wrong: Memory, Resistance, Resilience

Location: Paisley Hall on the Richmond campus Led by: Katie Geneva Cannon and Paula Owens Parker Cost: $195 ($150 for those who register by February 27, 2017); includes lunch on April 4 and 5 CEUs: 1.5 *************************** Click here to register for Writing (Righting) Wrong: Memory, Resistance, Resilience *************************** Description: In this workshop we will assess and redress the muted,…

Biblical Preaching and Pastoral Leadership for Complicated Times

Workshop Leaders: Brian Blount and Alex Evans Feeling overwhelmed by the world’s complexities? This workshop equips pastors and church leaders to navigate difficult times with the enduring strength of biblical preaching and compassionate leadership. To register or learn more, click here….

Glenn Q. Bannerman (1927-2020): A Tribute

…something else. I think now of dancing. It’s revolutionary, really. How Glenn took the symbols and tools of business and fashioned for them an integral role for recreation. What was intended for work, Glenn repurposed for play. With the most delightful effect. I still remember students giggling and myself marveling as I entered one of Glenn’s Recreation Workshop classes in…

APCE 2018: What Bible stories do we tell?

BY ALEX AMPOFO The APCE workshop I attended focused on how the roots and fruits of every Christian congregation are based on hospitality. The presenter stated that hospitality is “a friendly reception and treatment of guests or strangers. In other words, it is the quality or disposition of receiving and treating guests and strangers in a warm, friendly generous way….

Strange Bedfellows: South Africa and U.S.A.

…chosen locales in South Africa were beautiful Cape Town and busy Johannesburg. The Cape Town metropolis is much like the Hampton Roads Virginia area where we live in that it has beautiful beaches that attract many tourists. It has an inviting waterfront much like Baltimore’s Harbor Front and the San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf entertainment area of shops, museums, restaurants, and…

Union Seminary faculty join #ScholarStrike

…community in South Asia often at the receiving end of police brutalities, he is in solidarity with victims. Dr. Dorothee Tripodi, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Supervised Ministry, will invite student interns and their site supervisors to examine how the current anti-racism protests have impacted life in communities and how people of God might address and participate in systemic change. Dr….

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Learning how to talk about suicide

…they are their three. I believe youth would feel more comfortable admitting that they are considering suicide to people with whom they have already discussed suicide and who will therefore not be as shocked by this news. The workshop was hosted by Soul Shop, an organization that addresses suicidal desperation in faith communities. They travel around the country hosting workshops…

Middle East Travel Seminar: Turning toward Jerusalem 

…the security wall in Bethlehem (top photo). The wall was covered with graffiti expressing the frustrations and hopes of the Palestinians living under its shadow. In addition to the criticism of world leaders, some of the graffiti contained positive messages like “free Palestine with love” or a picture of a protester throwing flowers. One local entrepreneur had set up shop…

Central America Travel Seminar: Illiteracy, human rights, and deportation

…in the Archbishop’s Office for Human Rights (ODHA). We met a woman named Patty who shared with us the numerous programs that ODHA runs, that work to care for the least of these. This work carries on the legacy of Bishop Gerardi and has a strong focus on women and children’s rights. Afterward, we went to Casa de Migrante, which…

NEW — Master of Arts in Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.)

…credential from another country. Required steps for a complete M.A.T.S. application include: 1. Completed application 2. Application fee 3. Three letters of reference 4. Transcripts 5. Background check 6. Personal Disclosure Statement 7. Faculty interview 8. Conversation with Admissions Director Visit our applications page for forms and moreinformation about the M.A.T.S. application. M.A.T.S. applications cannot be submitted online. Faculty interviews…

NEW — Master of Arts in Theological Studies

…cannot be submitted online. Faculty interviews can be conducted in person on either campus, by Skype, or by phone. You may contact Sheridan Taylor, admissions assistant, at 804-278-4221 or by email at staylor@upsem.edu to arrange your interview.   Residency & Time Requirements The M.A.T.S. program ordinarily takes two years to complete.   Course Requirements The degree requires 51 total credit…

Pastor – First Presbyterian Church – Dixon IL

…us at pncfirstpresdixon@gmail.com or the CLC website. https://sites.google.com/view/fpc-dixon/home www.fpcdixon.com Church Mission/Vision Statement As followers of Jesus Christ, we will, by our intentional actions, seek a deeper relationship with God, listen for the Spirit’s call to mission in our community, and prayerfully lead others to know the joy of God’s love, and to realize God’s purpose for life’s journey. Tasks, expectations,…

Coordinator of Youth Ministries–St. Paul’s Episcopal Church–Richmond, VA

…the Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries. About St. Paul’s: In the heart of downtown Richmond is St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (www.stpaulsrva.org). Located just across the street from the Capitol Building, St. Paul’s is dedicated to being a living example of Christ’s call to prayer, justice, compassion, and reconciliation. We believe our church needs to strongly support our youth,…

Solo Pastor–First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron–Port Huron, MI

…new pastor will find themselves preaching in a 137-year-old sanctuary nestled in an evolving neighborhood close to the city’s downtown and waterways as well as along a sunlit Lake Huron beach during the summer. If you know someone that would be a great fit, please ask them to send their resume to portpresby.pnc@gmail.com or apply directly at www.pcusa.org/clc. https://www.fpcporthuron.org/pastoral-search/ First-Presbyterian-Minister-Discernment-Profice-MDP…

Solo Pastor–Sixth Presbyterian Church–Pittsburg, PA

…the board of deacons and/or other organizations within the church 11. Represent and strengthen Sixth Presbyterian Church’s connection with the Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly For more information, view our full position profile at: https://www.sixthchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SPC-MDP.pdf Our Church Website is: https://www.sixthchurch.org/ Please apply using the Church Leadership Connection at: https://clc.pcusa.org/ or by emailing our Pastor Nominating Committee Directly at SixthchurchPNC@gmail.com Sixth-Church-MDP…

Temporary Supply Pastor (Full Time)–Rock Creek Presbyterian Church–Erwin, TN

Lead worship and midweek devotion, build relationships with congregation and community, lead the church in its ministry. Visit www.rockcreekpc.org/opportunities for more information. Call or email elder Charlie Baxter at 423-943-6578 or baxterp18@hotmail.com. http://www.rockcreekpc.org  …

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: February 2023

…pull up some of the wheat. During this month of February, Black History Month, I am reminded that we as Christians today find ourselves as the sower in our scripture. While we sleep (are not attentive) the enemy comes and snatches God’s plan for our lives. We must capture or receive the vision and be active doing the work to…