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Dr. Gench to speak on “When the Bible Raises Your Blood Pressure. . .” in Potomac, MD

Dr. Francis Taylor Gench will be the featured speaker during the Adult Forum at Potomac Presbyterian Church, Potomac, Maryland, on Sunday, October 22, 2017, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Her presentation is entitled “When the Bible Raises Your Blood Pressure: Faithful Wrestling with Challenging Texts.” Dr. Gench is the Herbert Worth and Annie H. Jackson Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Union Presbyterian…

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Dr. McFayden to lead Strategic Planning Officer Retreat in Ann Arbor, MI

On Friday and Saturday, November 10 & 11, Dr. Ken McFayden will lead a Strategic Planning Officer Retreat at First Presbyterian Church, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. McFayden is the Academic Dean of Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development.    …

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“Jesus was a Mammal: Reading the Gospel of John Ecologically” with Dr. Frances Taylor Gench

Frances Taylor Gench will lead an adult education class entitled “Jesus was a Mammal: Reading the Gospel of John Ecologically” at The New York Avenue Presybterian Church (Washington, DC). The class will meet on November 5 and November 12, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Dr. Gench is the Herbert Worth and Annie H. Jackson Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Union Presbyterian…

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Online Workshop: The New Testament & Current Social Concerns (Two-part series)

…alongside the Bible. In a time of great social upheaval such as ours, how do we faithfully and responsibly bring the teaching of the New Testament to bear on pressing contemporary issues? Whether the topic of the day is racism, immigration, poverty, prison reform, gender identity and inclusion, or environmental devastation, one may expect taking a principled stand will place…

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Dr. Paul Galbreath To Preach at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Victoria, BC

Dr. Paul Galbreath will preach at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Victoria, BC on Sunday, August 4th at the 10;30am service. Paul Galbreath is a professor of theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Charlotte….

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Online Course: Religious Education Theory & Practice (for Christian Educator Certification)

…– June 10, 2022 Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito, Associate Professor of Christian Education, Union Presbyterian Seminary Instructor Bio: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito is Associate Professor of Christian Education at Union Presbyterian Seminary. She also directs the Master of Arts in Christian Education Program at the seminary. Her ministry has consistently embodied the importance of intentional engagement in the Christian Life…

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Online Course: Womanist Activism & Public Witness

…introduction to the various roles and experiences of women in the formation and lived commitments to the ideology of freedom from tyranny and freedom to participate fully as citizens in the American project. From an intersectional framework, the contribution of women in the advancement of human flourishing will be examined. Led by: Dr. Teresa Smallwood, Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate Director…

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Online Course: Church History (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: Church History, Pathways Online Course Led by: Dr. Christine Luckritz Marquis, Associate Professor of…

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On-Campus Event: Play, on Purpose Workshop

…seeking to integrate the practice of play into their own context of ministry. Whether you come alone or in a group, you will experience creative, meaningful ways to play. We hope you will come open and ready to learn about and embody what can occur when we Play, on Purpose. Cost (includes lunch): $25 per person Meals: Lunch is included….

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Theological Education Sunday 2022

We give thanks to God for our seminary community. Theological education is essential to the health and vitality of churches. Laity and clergy study, prepare, and become faithful witnesses in our local communities and congregations. On September 18, join Union Presbyterian Seminary as we celebrate Theological Education Sunday. For your convenience, we have created a downloadable bulletin insert and slide…

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On-Campus Workshop: The Bible and Film

…Chicago, Illinois; and in Richmond, Virginia. He is also the editor of the journal, Interpretation. His interests include wisdom literature, wealth and poverty in the biblical world, apocalypticism, and the Bible and film. He has published books on wisdom, death and the afterlife, and the socioeconomic world of the Bible. He is active in a number of community initiatives in…

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Strategic Planning Retreat

Dr. McFayden will facilitate a Strategic Planning Session Retreat September 10-11 and will preach at Shallowford Presbyterian Church on September 12.

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Brian’s Fall Preaching Schedule

Date Location Sept 15, 2022 10 am Westminster Canterbury, Richmond, VA Sept 18, 2022 11 am Fondren Presbyterian Church, Jackson, Mississippi Sept 24, 2022 11 am First Presbyterian, Hilton Head Island, SC Oct 16, 2022 11 am Carver Memorial Pres., Newport News, VA Oct 26, 2022 Seminary Richmond Chapel Nov 5, 2022 Seminary Charlotte Chapel Nov 6, 2022 11 am…

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Online Course: Awakening the Church to Social Justice

…or external microphone, and a built-in or external webcam. Cost: $175 per individual, if register by April 10, 2022. (Note: Beginning, April 11, 2022, individual price increases by $50. Register early and save!). CEUs: 3.0 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) for this event. Note: CEU certificates can be generated upon request at the time of the event. ************************* Online registration is…

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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…

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Virtual Gathering for Music and Worship Leaders (Facilitated Conversation)

…an electronic device equipped with a reliable Internet connection, built-in or external microphone, and a built-in or external webcam. Cost: $10 per individual, if register by October 15, 2021. (Note: Beginning, October 16, price increases by $5. Register early and save!). CEUs: .1 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) for this event. Note: CEU certificates can be generated upon request at the…

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Richmond Graduation

The Board of Trustees, the Faculty, and the Class of 2024 are pleased to announce the Commencement Exercises of the 212th Session of Union Presbyterian Seminary at 10 o’clock in the morning on Saturday, May 25, at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church. Reception immediately following in the Fellowship Hall….

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First Presbyterian Church, Durham NC

Dr. Brian K. Blount will preach at First Presbyterian Church, Durham, NC on Sunday, October 10.

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Online Workshop: Resurrected Church — What Tomorrow’s Church May Look Like Today

…John Cleghorn is pastor and head of staff at Caldwell Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is a diverse, dynamic, and deeply missional congregation that has been resurrected after almost closing in 2006. Caldwell intersects a range of members spanning race, age, income level, orientation, and religious background, drawing members from 25 zip codes, four counties, and two states….

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Online Event: Virtual Clergy Self-Care Retreat

…LLC. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Licensed in NC), a Certified Yoga Instructor, and a Certified Personal Trainer. She received her Bachelor of Art in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, Andrea is…

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Preaching the Bible (Section 1) — Pathways Online Course

This is an online course that is open to all. This course includes five (5) online class meetings, on Thursday 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: Preaching the Bible, Pathways Online Course Course Description: Students will consider the “why” of preaching…

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(Online Conference) Called to Justice: Seeking Change within the Classroom, Congregation, and Community

…“All-Access” Individual Registration Pricing (includes all 4 workshops and 2 keynotes): $75 per individual, if register by February 7, 2021. (Note: Beginning, February 8, individual price increases by $25. Register early and save!). Individual Workshop Pricing (select which workshops to attend; 2 keynotes are included): $25 per individual, if register by February 7, 2021. (Note: Beginning, February 8, individual price…

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