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Statement from President Blount on passing of Lamar Williamson Jr.

Statement from President Blount on passing of Lamar Williamson Jr.

RICHMOND, VA (July 13, 2020) — The following statement was made by Union Presbyterian Seminary President Brian K. Blount on the death of Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies Lamar Williamson Jr. Dear Union Presbyterian Seminary Friends, I have learned that on Saturday, July 11, 2020, Lamar Williamson, Jr., missionary, teacher, scholar, pastor, activist, and former professor of Presbyterian School …

Online Workshop: Understanding Climate Change as a Biblical Mandate

Online Workshop: Understanding Climate Change as a Biblical Mandate

…what a faith community can do to mitigate climate change, focus on pastor and educator leadership possibilities, and measures that a church and congregants may undertake to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to draw carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Leader bio: Dr. Stephen A. Jurovics holds BS and MS degrees from Columbia University and a PhD in Engineering from …

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

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

Online Workshop: For a Time Such as This — The New Testament and Current Social Concerns Dates: Tuesdays, October 20 and 27, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST (Note: This online workshop is a two-part series). Led by: John Carroll, Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament, Union Presbyterian Seminary Workshop Description: Karl Barth famously advocated reading the newspaper …

Dr. Adams to preach in Richmond, VA

Dr. Adams to preach in Richmond, VA

On Sunday, January 29, 2017, Second Presbyterian Church, Richmond, Virginia, will welcome Dr. Samuel L. Adams as preacher. Dr. Adams is Associate Professor of Old Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia and a Parish Associate at Second Presbyterian Church, Richmond. …

President’s Top Five

President’s Top Five

…from all around our country and our world and the topic areas they’re eager to share about. Want to know more? Go to the Seminary’s Faculty webpage. Learn more about them. Find out how to get in touch with them. Some of the finest theological teaching available is literally right at your fingertips. Recent books by UPSem Faculty …

Heather Woodworth Brannon advocates for housing justice in Richmond

Heather Woodworth Brannon advocates for housing justice in Richmond

…oldest and largest public housing community and were forced to live in a car. The mother later died and the children relocated. This story made Brannon’s internship at Bon Air Presbyterian Church formative to her seminary experience, and marked the beginning of her involvement with Richmonders Involved to Strengthen our Communities (RISC). She recalls an appreciation for the church’s focus …

Middle East Travel Seminar: Diverse cultural perspectives in Roman-era Zippori

Middle East Travel Seminar: Diverse cultural perspectives in Roman-era Zippori

…attended seminary. Dr. Spencer is a treasure trove of information. His message to us was both stimulating intellectually and moving emotionally. Dr. Rick Spencer What made Zippori the most fascinating to me, was the realization that just four miles away sat a little village named Nazareth. Zippori is not mentioned in the biblical records, but this Galilean city was a …

Director of Child Care Center – St. Luke’s Church – Hickory, NC

Director of Child Care Center – St. Luke’s Church – Hickory, NC

…Church’s Weekday Childcare Ministry provides high quality childcare for infant, toddler, and pre-school age children while sharing the love of God with families. Position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the St. Luke’s Child Care Center established to provide quality Christian education in a safe and nurturing environment. Job Description Dir of Child Care Center Rev 2 …

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

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

…Old Testament texts for this time in the church’s life. We invite you to come get a jump start on your sermon preparation for Lent! Location: Union Presbyterian Seminary, Paisley Hall, Richmond, Virginia Co-led by: Dr. Samuel Adams, Mary Jane and John F. McNair Chair of Biblical Studies and Professor of Old Testament, and Dr. Richard Voelz, Associate Professor of …

Dr. Roger Gench to Present 2022 Dawe Lecture

Dr. Roger Gench to Present 2022 Dawe Lecture

…in Richmond, Virginia. He is an alum of Union Presbyterian Seminary, where he completed a Ph.D. in Theological Ethics. The Dawe Lecture is FREE and open to the public, yet registration is requested. The lecture will be presented on campus and livestreamed as well. TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT, CLICK HERE. Click here to view the flyer …

Linger at the Levine Museum

Linger at the Levine Museum

…of the seminary, I am delighted to serve as the host for this inaugural gathering. The Charlotte area is rich with Union grads, a potential network of support, friendship, and connection. Let’s gather and enjoy that! Whether you graduated from our Richmond campus or our Charlotte campus, this gathering is for you. I look forward to seeing you on August …

Re-Moralizing Monday

Re-Moralizing Monday

…the Image of Jesus, Biblical Archaeology, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. He was the managing editor of the African American Devotional Bible. Dr. Sadler served as a visiting lecturer and interim co-director of the Office of Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School in Durham, North Carolina, and was an associate minister in Durham, North Carolina. He is the director …

Currie Family Lecture

Currie Family Lecture

…that the Charlotte campus has in the history of Union Presbyterian Seminary and its role in the future of the church. Among his many accomplishments, Sweetser is the author of the seminary’s official history, “A Copious Fountain: A History of Union Presbyterian Seminary, 1812-2012.” Free, but registration is required. Begun through a gift to Union Presbyterian Seminary by Thomas …

Slavery, Race, and Civil Rights

Slavery, Race, and Civil Rights

William B. Sweetser Jr. (Ph.D. 2000) has written a comprehensive story of the Seminary from its earliest beginnings in his book A Copious Fountain: A History of Union Presbyterian Seminary, 1812-2012 (Westminster John Knox Press, 2016). Union’s history includes much to regret and much to celebrate with regard to matters of slavery, race, and Civil Rights in the United States. …

Rev. Mitri Raheb brings message of hope to Charlotte campus

Rev. Mitri Raheb brings message of hope to Charlotte campus

By Gail Henderson, M.Div. student Dr. Mitri Raheb – I had only recently heard about him, about his wisdom, his perspective, his experiences, and his writing. His work and his testimony had been recommended to me less than a month before he came to speak at Union Presbyterian Seminary here in Charlotte, North Carolina. What a gift he was to …

Middle East Travel Seminar: Surprising spiritual moments

Middle East Travel Seminar: Surprising spiritual moments

…turned right to go down some steps to the river. Sue, an alum and pastor, graciously provided a short devotion as a reminder of our baptism, as well as what the Jordan has meant to many Christians throughout history. When I descended the steps, I was both surprised by the light brown muddiness of the water and overwhelmed by the …

Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries–Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church–Bethesda, MD

Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries–Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church–Bethesda, MD

…We are a diverse, spiritually-focused, Christ-centered, caring community of friends who embrace each person’s life and spiritual journey. We have a strong tradition of worship, music, programs for children and families, outreach and mission projects, and engagement in faith through conversation. Our Interfaith witness is a hallmark of our campus, as we share our space with both a synagogue (Bethesda …

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

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,” …

Started UPSem 2019: Ryan Atkinson

Started UPSem 2019: Ryan Atkinson

…MACE) The following is part of a series of 20 profiles that represent each year that Charlotte has been enrolling students. Pursuing MDiv and MACE Ruling Elder Statesville Avenue Presbyterian Church Charlotte, North Carolina Born in Shelby, North Carolina, and now living in Charlotte, Ryan Atkinson moved to Greensboro after high school to attend Guilford Technical Community College, studying aviation …

John Vest to preach in Richmond, Virginia

John Vest to preach in Richmond, Virginia

On Sunday, September 24, 2017, Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church, Richmond, VA , will welcome the John Vest to its pulpit. John W. Vest is Visiting Professor of Evangelism at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA. …

Dr. Stan Skreslet to Speak on Christians and Muslims in Egypt at Westminster Canterbury Richmond

Dr. Stan Skreslet to Speak on Christians and Muslims in Egypt at Westminster Canterbury Richmond

Dr. Stan Skreslet will offer a lecture entitled “Seven Years After the Revolution: Christians and Muslims in Egypt,” at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at Westminster Canterbury Richmond. Dr. Skreslet is the F.S. Royster Professor of Christian Mission at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond. …

Dr. Vest to preach in Richmond, VA

Dr. Vest to preach in Richmond, VA

On Sunday, January 29, 2017, Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, Richmond, Virginia, will welcome Dr. John Vest as a guest preacher. Dr. Vest is Visiting Assistant Professor of Evangelism at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia. …

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Learn more about the origination of Brian Blount a

Learn more about the origination of Brian Blount and Alex Evans workshop, "Biblical Preaching and Pastoral Leadership for Complicated Times." The workshop will take place on our Richmond campus next week!
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This week, our mid 90's alums reunited on the Rich

This week, our mid 90's alums reunited on the Richmond campus! 🤩Their time here was filled with love and laughter as they visited the traveling Smithsonian exhibit, had dinner with faculty, stopped by our swag store, and more. It was wonderful seeing them all back on campus 🥰

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Cent

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Center for Excellence in Christian Education's new website! 🎉 Now, you can easily access their curriculum, valuable resources, upcoming events, and more. Everything you need is just a click away! Click the link in our bio to discover their new website and access ideas that inspire and support your ministry.

Come learn about the humanity's evolutionary miles

Come learn about the humanity's evolutionary milestones at Smithsonian's traveling exhibit, "Exploring Human Origins" located in our Richmond campus library!

In October, a team from the Smithsonian will be here, hosting lectures and conversations to engage the community in the discussion of what it means to be human. For dates and times, visit our website today!

🌿 God seeks to build up, to grow, and to create

🌿 God seeks to build up, to grow, and to create—not to destroy or cause chaos. 🌿

At UPSem, we stand together in times of grief and hardship. When one part of the body grieves, the whole body grieves with it. Know that your UPSem family is with you, offering support and love. 💙

In faith and hope,

President Jacq Lapsley
Union Presbyterian Seminary

From Oct. 1-4 our own Professor of Theology & Ethi

From Oct. 1-4 our own Professor of Theology & Ethics, @ehinsonhasty will be in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia, the third largest Islamic banking center in the world. Her topic is “Theological Reflections on Money in an Age of Cryptocurrency.” The World Communion of Reformed Churches sponsors the event with the Council for World Mission. Rev. Dr. Hinson-Hasty will represent the U.S. and North America among global scholars.

Are you looking to enrich your events with expert

Are you looking to enrich your events with expert insights? 🌍✨ Our faculty members are ready to share their knowledge on a wide range of topics including:
Pastoral Care • Christian Ethics from the Margins • Spirituality and Social Justice • Navigating Worship in the 21st Century• Biblical Concepts of Divine Embodiment

Whether it’s a virtual session or an in-person event, our experts are here to inspire and educate. 🌍✨

Visit the link in our bio to explore speakers and topics.

Baker and Egyptian Presbyterian Dr. @safwatmarzouk

Baker and Egyptian Presbyterian Dr. @safwatmarzouk an Associate Pastor of Old Testament @upseminary , is the author of an essay in the book "Challenging Contextuality: Bibles and Biblical Scholarship in Context." In this essay, Dr. Marzouk focuses on the representation of Egypt in liberation theologies and looks into the character of Joseph's identity beyond the binary.