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Dr. Adams to offer 53rd Annual Memorial Bible Lectures at Laurinburg Presbyterian Church, Laurinburg, NC

Dr. Sam Adams will offer the 53rd Annual Memorial Bible Lectures held at Laurinburg Presbyterian Church in Laurinburg, North Carolina, and presented in conjunction with Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church and First Presbyterian Church, Maxton, North Carolina. His lecture series is entitled “Wealth and Poverty in the Biblical World and Today.” Dr. Adam’s first lecture, “The Economic Vision in Scripture,” …

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Curso en línea “Senderos” (Online Course in Spanish)

…del centro) Costo: CUOTAS DE INSCRIPCIÓN INDIVIDUAL: Inscripción individual preferencial (finaliza el 27 de enero de 2021): US$75 Inscripción individual regular (comienza el 28 de enero de 2021): US$100 *CUOTAS DE INSCRIPCIÓN PARA GRUPOS (para un hogar, con no más de dos participantes): Inscripción preferencial para grupos (termina el 27 de enero de 2021): $100 Inscripción regular para grupos (comienza …

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

…Lectures. Glenn speaking with me about his unrelenting love for PSCE and the theological, recreational education bestowed upon him that he felt called to share with generations of students. All such memories, and so many more, I shall cherish. Originally from Hopewell, Virginia, Glenn received his bachelor’s degree from Richmond Professional Institute, now Virginia Commonwealth University, and his master’s degree …

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Seminary for a Day workshop “Spiritual Challenges of Digital Culture” led by Dr. Yust

Register for “Seminary for a Day” to attend this workshop led by Dr. Karen-Marie Yust Drama, Intimacy, and Vulnerability: Spiritual Challenges of Digital Culture Digital culture is contested space when viewed from a spiritual perspective. It offers potential tools for spiritual formation and also presents challenges for maintaining healthy relationships and communication. Contemporary research on cyberbullying, sexting, and adolescent moral …

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A call to serve those in hurricane’s path

…that out,” he laughs. Photo credit: Daniel Lewis He expresses concern, not only for his own church, but for the several smaller Presbyterian churches in the nearby counties of Brunswick, Pender, Columbus, and Bladen, all members of Coastal Carolina Presbytery. “We are bound to them, and we will work hard to support them.” “These counties were hit very hard by …

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On-Campus Event: Play, on Purpose Workshop

…about the theological, spiritual, and neurological dimensions and benefits of play, but they will also engage in various play practices. Participants will have fun, dig deeper into play, and even leave with additional play practices to use and apply to their own settings. This workshop is open to current church leaders and educators, as well as lay leaders and volunteers, …

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Online Course: Human Growth & Faith Development (for Christian Educator Certification)

…that is invigorated by teaching/learning the Bible. Dr. Kissel-Ito is a Presbyterian minister in the PC(USA). Course Description: This intensive course will explore historical and contemporary theories of human psychological and faith development. Participants will apply these theories to teaching people of all ages in the church. The course fulfills the requirements for coursework in this area for PC(USA) education …

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On-Campus Workshop: Preaching & Teaching John during the Lenten and Easter Seasons

…workshop is ideal for pastors, educators, and church ministry leaders, whether seeking to prepare for the upcoming Lenten and Easter seasons or seeking additional study within the Johannine texts. Cost (includes dinner on October 25): $115 per person Meals: Dinner is included on Tuesday, 10/25, and attending Community Lunch on Wednesday, 10/26, is optional (additional charge). Snacks also included in …

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Prayer Garden

…proud supporter of this special new place on campus and of the seminary in general. Your investment is much more than a brick with a name engraved on it — it’s a stake in the future of Union Presbyterian. All bricks purchased directly support the Annual Fund, helping to equip and prepare the next generation of Church leaders. Inscription Examples: …

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Dr. John Carroll to Teach Series on the Book of Revelation at St. John’s Church in Richmond

Dr. Carroll will teach a three-session adult education class on the Book of Revelation at the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church in Richmond. The classes will be Sundays at 9:30am on April 28, May 5, and May 12. Dr. John Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

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Professor Carroll to Perform with the Richmond Philharmonic Orchestra

There are two opportunities to catch Dr. Carroll playing trombone with the Richmond Philharmonic Orchestra this spring: “Viva Italia: Classical to Silver Screen,” at Clover Hill High School, Sunday, March 15 at 4:00pm “Beethoven’s 250th Birthday Bash,” at the Collegiate School, Sunday, May 10 at 4:00pm. John T. Carroll is Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union …

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Dr. John Carroll leading a series entitled “On the Way with God’s Pentecost People: Exploring the Acts of the Apostles”

Dr. John Carroll will lead a three-part series, “On the Way with God’s Pentecost People: Exploring the Acts of the Apostles,” as part of the adult forum at St. John’s Episcopal in Richmond’s Church Hill neighborhood. Sessions will meet on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. May 6, 13, and 20. Dr. Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New …

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Started UPSem 2005: Rev. Noe Juarez-Loayza (MDiv 2010)

…my calling is in the community, places where church ministries intersect with the community.” After graduation, he continued his efforts to link the witness of the church with work in the community. First, he completed a Clinical Pastoral Education residency at Duke University Hospital. Then, he took a call at a multicultural church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Until recently, he …

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Associate Pastor for Families and Formation–First Baptist Church–Jefferson City, MO

…and adults spiritually. • Encourage parents and offer opportunities for parental development in the church and community. • Meet with parents/families for individual guidance and care. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: • Share the load with our lead pastor and staff in worship, preaching, and teaching, as well as pastoral care. • Provide staff liaison to assigned committees and ministry teams. • Assist …

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Online Course: Biblical Interpretation (for Christian Educator Certification)

Online Course Title: Biblical Interpretation, a Christian Educator certification course Note: This online course meets the requirements for the Christian Educator certification in the PC(USA), but is open to all. A participant does not need to be seeking certification as a Christian Educator to enroll in this course. Led by: Dr. Carson Brisson, Associate Professor of Bible and Biblical Languages, …

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6 things about Alex Abdalla’s summer break

…addition to worshiping together every Sunday, Broad Street Ministry provides a meal a day that functions as the foundation for the other services they provide. When someone attends a meal they can pick up their mail, shop for some free clothing, grab a bag of personal items, apply for an ID, work on an art project, and meet with a …

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CPE

…Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) engage in the practice of emotional, spiritual, and pastoral care in clinical settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, hospice facilities, or prisons. CPE course credits fulfill the agency/institutional requirement for M.Div. or Dual degree programs. To discern your supervised ministry options, consult with your denominational representative and your instructor. Students may take CPE as general electives. …

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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 …

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Consortium marks 50th anniversary with renewed commitment to strengthen theological education

…want to recapture that vigor and intentionality with increased discussions among the three faculties and innovations in course planning and programming.” The Richmond Theological Consortium began in 1969 as the Richmond Theological Center with three founding members, the Presbyterian School of Christian Education, Union Theological Seminary, and the School of Theology of Virginia Union University. Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond …

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Children’s Director–Brentwood Presbyterian Church–Los Angeles, CA

…to children and their families. The successful candidate will be a proven children’s ministry team leader, with excellent interpersonal and formal communication skills, natural organizational abilities, and an obvious heart for, and rapport with, children and their parents. A foundational commitment to family-based, relational ministry and a demonstrated ability to recruit, train, manage and inspire teachers, parents and volunteer teams …

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6 questions with alumnus Will Robinson

…enabled me to see that Paul portrays the Spirit as the protagonist in our ethical lives and also to delineate the crucial role that Christians play in moral conduct. How might Christian leaders find your book useful in ministry or in academic work? I teach our Confirmation Class, and this year—as in previous ones—the Holy Spirit was the least understood …

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Dr. John Carroll to Teach Series on Parables of Jesus at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church

Dr. Carroll will teach a four-session adult education class on the Parables of Jesus at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church in Richmond. The classes will take place on Sundays at 9:30am, February 3, 10, 17 and 24. Dr. John Carroll is Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament. …

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