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03-24-2021 APNC MIF Trinity Presbyterian Church

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Black Alumni Association Newsletter: February 2022

…had the honor of singing in the choir for Dr. King when he spoke for Charter Day at Howard University. Dr. King, like all martyrs, has been sanitized in death. We have many of his speeches and writings. However, the ones with power, the ones who speak to the challenges of his day are seldom read or discussed. We have…

Class of 2018 profiles: Pamela Fusting will close no door

…no longer serving in a children’s ministry capacity, I now work with adults and focus most of my attention to assisting with a faith based non-profit. At the same time, I work with the youth on a volunteer basis.” Fusting said her call has evolved since she started her studies five years ago. She was working with kids, and that…

Student spotlight: Longtime educator yearns to learn more

…half, I’ve really been able to do a lot more in my church with children and youth ministry,” she said. “I’ve developed a deeper passion and joy in wanting to explore my understandings and practices relating to Christian education.” Her church’s children and youth program had limited participation until they started developing relationships with kids in the neighborhood. Using a…

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

…had a full plate taking care of her growing family. “When I started the program, my second son was three months old and he’s now five. I’ve done this whole thing online while raising young kids.” She was fresh off quitting a job in fundraising and development when she started taking a Bible study program at her church. While that…

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Living COVID While Black and George Floyd

…Dr. Katie’s “Dance of Redemption” to teach the history of health care in America. The course content includes discussions about health inequity, social determinants of health, health disparities, and how COVID-19 could take unfair advantage over an already vulnerable population. My students come away fully engaged and working through solutions and answering questions about whether healthcare is a privilege or…

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER: MAY 2022

…I have been called to work assisting those students who, through no fault of their own, have wrestled with the obstacles of an educational system that has unfortunately failed them. My belief in God calls me to want to help those who cannot help themselves. This belief in God directs how I want to be treated and how I will…

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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…

It Feels Good to Give!

BY HELEN BESSENT BYRD (M.Div.’07) Giving time is fast approaching. During the last six weeks of the year, there are several special occasions for giving and receiving gifts. These include Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa. They are holidays, holy days, and special days, which are celebrated for national, religious, and cultural reasons. Except for Christmas when gifts may be large…

Noted Scholar Dr. Leela Prasad Addresses “Religion That Underlies All Religions” on March 15

…practical religious concerns. The event is free and open to the public. To register, visit https://bit.ly/315Dawe23 by noon on March 15. The lecture will also be livestreamed on the Seminary’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/UPSem To hear a podcast interview with Dr. Prasad and the Director of the Leadership Institute, Chris Burton, visit https://open.spotify.com/episode/67MyOLYaynrBUL6oYcOI1S?si=e3fbe55cba664f97 For or additional information, contact Chris Burton,…

Presbyterians Supporting Christian Education

Continuing the Legacy of the Presbyterian School of Christian Education Thanks for your interest in Presbyterians Supporting Christian Education. This program hopes to provide collegial, personal, and professional support for those engaged in ministry. In 2025, the program will provide two different types of cohorts: one for professional educators, volunteer educators, and pastors; the second for Commissioned Ruling Elders (CRE/CP),…

Civil Rights Activism

…a long and emotional evening which included some fine examples of preaching in the black church tradition, which elicited more than one “Amen” from the Presbyterian audience, “God’s Frozen Chosen,” I made the foolish mistake of asking what we could do to help. I was immediately presented with a “time sheet” and told to sign my name when I would…

Physical Change Leads to New Thinking: Walter W. Moore

…awakening to Walter Lingle. It seems his genius was that he could apply the Social Gospel (whose primary concern was for the city) to rural communities, which formed the locus of mass membership in the PCUS. Dr. Lingle was never so far in advance of the church’s members that he alienated them, but always far enough to broaden the church’s…

Leadership Institute Book Clubs

…for each book club will be $40. Those who participate in book club meetings may earn CEUs. Please contact Theda Wortman if you would like a certificate of completion at the end of each book club.   Current Book Clubs Practicing Resurrection Book Club Click here to register Tuesdays, September 3, September 10, September 24, and October 1, 6-8 p.m….

Employment

…is a graduate educational institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and an EO/AA employer committed to increasing the gender, racial-ethnic, and international and cultural diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. Since its formation in 1812, it has sustained the intention of its founders to provide education for Christian ministry that is scholarly, pastoral, and engaged with contemporary life….

Planned Giving

Your support ensures that the teachings of Christ will continue to be passed on through the church, and through the church, to the world. Leaving a legacy gift supports the future of theological education by offering Union Presbyterian Seminary the means to prepare ministers and educators for the church. Through a bequest, charitable gift annuity, or other trust instrument, your…