Appreciation of Music Is Motivation for Gift to Watts Organ Fund

…love church music, so it was a happy decision that our small contribution would go toward that.” “Many of us do have in our estates adequate funds to enjoy the pleasure and honor of making worthy contributions, and this seems to be a very worthy one.” For more information about the fund, or to make a contribution, please visit: www.upsem.edu/wattsorganfund…

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It Feels Good to Give!

…line with your name if you give online and on the memo line if you send a check. “For God loves a cheerful giver” (Cor. 9:7b)! See the website for giving opportunities. For tracking purposes, when you give write “BAA” on the line with your name if you give online, and on the memo line if you send a check….

Living COVID While Black and George Floyd

…not have the same privilege. I increasingly became aware that some of our students did not have the internet bandwidth to take their classes online. They also did not have a computer. How could that be? You need to have your own computer to attend college right? Little did I know that some students were relying on the computers in…

Black Alumni Association News | August 2023

Juneteenth Although it’s only recently been declared a federal holiday, Juneteenth is an important day in history. Learn more at this excellent article online.   Gems for the Journey: Scripture with Practical Meaning by Rev. Veronica M. Thomas MSW, Virginia Commonwealth University ’73; M.Div, Union-PSCE ’07 I came across these practical words of wisdom with scripture backing and wanted to…

Class of 2018 profiles: Sara Pantazes can’t wait to dive in

…she has this piece of advice for those who may be in the same situation she was. “Follow the Lord. If God calls you to this, then God will make it possible. If you have a calling, it’s not going anywhere, be true to what God is calling you to do.” When Pantazes started her online program at Union, she…

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Class of 2018 profiles: Pamela Fusting will close no door

…when the Christian educator on staff took a sudden medical leave. That interim position eventually became permanent and she served in that position for seven years. Fusting was attracted to Union because it allowed her to get the theological training and degree needed for that job online. “Union’s Blended Learning Program allowed me to pursue the education while I was…

Capital Campaign

…skills. To date, more than 1,700 church members and leaders have been served. Library Without Walls Technology: $560,000 Outcome: The Library Without Walls makes Union library resources available online for alumni and churches around the world. Evangelism Program: $480,000 Outcome: The Evangelism Program teaches students and churches about church revitalization and development. Two presbyteries and 15 churches, along with Union…

Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean To Be Human?

…considerations of what it means to be human. The workshop will be led by the Rev. Dr. Jim Miller, co-chair of the Broader Social Impacts Committee of the Smithsonian’s Human Origins Program. Educators will be introduced to a wide variety of material and online resources related to religious considerations of evolution, generally, and human evolution, in particular.   William Smith…

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…

Credit

…than you have in your account and paying the bill in full when payments are due) and your score will quickly get stronger. Another way to boost your score is by opening store credit cards. Especially if you opt for cards that can only be used in the store for which you sign up (instead of opting for the card…

Statement from President Blount on the death of George Floyd

…corner store, driving in her car, standing in his front yard, exploring in his park, worshiping in her church, lying helpless on an American street, the full weight of a cavalier, almost casual, curiously disinterested, white anger crushing his throat beneath its self-righteous, imperious knee. I am afraid because I fear a reckoning on the streets if we cannot find…

Tinsley Jones called to direct Leadership Institute at Union Seminary

…sound theological education that Union provides, as well as be a resource and community partner for those seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in an active and engaging learning environment. I feel fortunate to be a part of what’s in store.” The Leadership Institute has connected with thousands of adults seeking education and leadership development over the years, including…

Confession, Repentance, and Restorative Justice: A Faith-based Perspective with Dr. Jacq Lapsley

…Perspective”. Tuesday, October 10, 2023 / 11:30 am / Luncheon and Discussion – Union Presbyterian Seminary, Charlotte campus On Tuesday, join Dr. Lapsley for lunch with local faith and community leaders to discuss the Bible, race, and the faith community’s work for reconciliation. Registration is required for the luncheon as seating is limited. Registration information can be found online: https://na.eventscloud.com/csjrfallseminar…

Webinar: Understanding Islam – An Interfaith Dialogue with Muslim Americans

…is currently the President of the Wayne County Dispute Resolution Center (WCDRC) and chairwoman of its advisory Board. Siham was born and raised in Michigan and has called it home her entire life. Additional panelists: Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi Yasmine Eastman Cost: FREE. No cost to register for this event, yet attendees must register. Registration: Online registration is open. Click…

2020 SPRUNT LECTURES

…being infected by COVID-19. The lectures are still on but moving to an online format. All who previously registered and paid will be given a full refund and invited to participate in an abbreviated lecture program via Zoom video conferencing on your phone or computer. This virtual event is free, but registration is still required. If you have previously registered…

(Cancelled) Worship & Sacraments – Christian Educator Certification course

This is a hybrid course which will meet requirements for Christian educator certification in the PC(USA). The hybrid format includes at-home/online work as well as in-class time on Union Presbyterian Seminary’s Richmond campus. At-home work begins on April 20, 2020; in-class time is May 19-21, 2020. Course: Worship & Sacraments Location: Union Presbyterian Seminary, Paisley Hall, Richmond, VA 23227 Led…

“Public Theology and Theologies of Publics” University of Stellenbosch and Princeton Theological Seminary

Rachel Baard will participate in a panel on the theme “Public Theology and Theologies of Publics” as part of an online conference in honor of Dr. Dirkie Smit, hosted by the University of the Western Cape, the University of Stellenbosch, and Princeton Theological Seminary….