Embracing the Womanist Tradition: Spiritual Formation, Companionship and Soul Work (Womanist Leadership Institute Course)

Thursdays, September 5-October 10 Instructor: Dr. Paula Parker There are three inherent components to womanist spiritual direction: 1) formation through practices, 2) companionship, and 3) vocation to do the work your soul must have. This course will offer an opportunity to experiment with spiritual disciplines, identify the essential qualities of spiritual companionship and draw inspiration from the spirit directed lives…

Webinar: Feminist Theology & the Historical Christian Faith

FREE Webinar: Feminist Theology & the Historical Christian Faith Date: Thursday, October 8, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST Led by: Dr. Rachel Baard, Assistant Professor of Theology & Ethics, Union Presbyterian Seminary Workshop Description: Feminist theology is often viewed as something that either rejects or undermines the historical, biblical Christian faith. However, for the most part that is not…

Linger at the Levine Museum

Join fellow Union Presbyterian Seminary alumni for an afternoon of socializing, a light reception, update on the seminary, and a tour of the Levine Museum of the New South in Uptown Charlotte. Free admission, parking, and reception. Registration deadline extended to August 10. Register by emailing alumni@upsem.edu. Hello, alums! I hope you are having a great summer. Especially as a…

The gift of inclusion

…I remember a spell in my own adolescence when I sought it by getting poor grades (my parents didn’t let that last long!). With all of the differences among them, however, this desire for acceptance is one of the few things they have 100% in common. Several weeks ago as I rode the bus to take some of our children…

Collaborative Youth Minister–First Presbyterian & Trinity Episcopal– Florence, AL

…in ministry whether volunteer or paid Theological training a plus but not required Time Commitment 40 hrs week Salary and Benefits Salary: $58,000 (negotiable) Employee benefits: health insurance, pension, continuing education allowance, four weeks vacation To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to The Rev. Brandon Miles (bmiles@fpcflorence.org) and The Rev. Callie Plunket-Brewton (callie@trinityflorence.org) by June 15, 2024  …

Union Forum: Why do racist symbols have to go?

…removal of statues honoring Confederate heroes and Christopher Columbus, and the Confederate flag has long been viewed by some as an infringement upon freedom of speech and erasing history. But what happens when that same freedom of speech is not afforded equally to all? What happens when such freedom of speech incites violence against others? What does it mean for…

Lilly Endowment Grant to Provide a Bridge for Early Career Preachers

…preachers by focusing on four key areas. First, a compelling message, which involves diverse listeners. Early career ministers desire to know their congregation and community so they can preach a relevant message. Compelling momentum, which addresses how people are moved to action on significant social issues, is far different in congregations than in classrooms. Thirdly, compelling media includes fostering digital…

Alumni Luncheon – Massanetta Springs Bible Conference

…registered for the Bible or Church Music Conferences. For those not registered, tickets are only $12 at the door. Dr. John T. Carroll will be our guest speaker at the luncheon. Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament. His lecture will be on “Jesus and the Other Abrahamic Faiths: Common Ground and Sticking Points.” REGISTER NOW…

Dr. Samuel Adams to be installed as McNair Professor of Biblical Studies

…2014) and “Wisdom in Transition: Act and Consequence in Second Temple Instructions” (Brill, 2008). His current book projects include a commentary on the Jewish sage Ben Sira (Yale Anchor Bible) and editing a comprehensive introduction to wisdom literature past and present with Matthew Goff. ### Contact: Mike Frontiero Director of Communications Union Presbyterian Seminary mfrontiero@upsem.edu Samuel Adams high resolution image…

The complexity of the prison industrial complex

Class of 2018 profiles: Crystal Harper Fallesen doesn’t let life get in the way

…lifelong friends who have walked beside me as I had a child and adopted two daughters,” she said. “The community of the Blended Learning Program is just phenomenal. There’s a ton of support there.” She said the online community was also very supportive when she switched jobs. She is currently the director of Christian education at Harrison United Methodist Church…

Sprunt Lectures

…Trailblazer: Rev. Karen Brown (M.Div.’92), pastoral associate at Grace Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, Maryland, and resource developer for Intersection of Change   Join us for the Third Annual Union Golf Tournament on Monday, May 7th, at Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, 1700 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA 23228. Register at www.regonline.com/Sprunt2018. Click here for a link to the event brochure and schedule….

Social Justice Workshop Keynote Event – Building a Firm Foundation

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2021 Virtual SPRUNT LECTURES May 3 – 6:00 PM to May 5 – 1:30 PM

…for the Study of Law and Religion. Beyond Emory, Smith serves as a senior fellow with the University of Virginia’s project on Religion and Its Publics and a member of the editorial boards for Political Theology and Practical Matters. He recently completed service on the steering committee of the Political Theology Network and two terms on the board of the…

Polity & Administration II — Pathways Online Course

…Book of Order, this course is for current and future leaders in congregations (Commissioned Ruling Elders and Ruling Elders). It will concentrate on the practical application of the polity. The course will focus on Spirituality disciplines as a leader, Session meetings, committee meetings, Robert’s Rules of Order, and a look at personnel matters and financial management. Presbyterian Polity and Administration…

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

…de opresiones (género, edad, raza, etnicidad, corporalidad). Evaluaremos también el rol que juegan la Biblia y las prácticas religiosas en la cimentación de este modelo. La alternativa a estos esquemas que condicionan nuestra compresión y vivencia de la sexualidad es un esquema de pastoral que dignifica la vida, el placer y la inclusión. Formato del curso en línea: Las clases…

Solo Pastor–First Presbyterian Church–Hobbs, NM

…lives as well. When our future Pastor needs time away, they can rest and rejuvenate knowing that our congregation values self care and can fill the pulpit with many different people while they are away. Please visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/FirstPresbyterianChurchHobbsNM/ to learn more about our church and community. Contact Patti Burch at 575-318-4953, pattigburch@gmail.com to apply! First-Presbyterian-Church  …

4 things about Sam Shields’ summer break

…primary focus is to provide pastoral care to campers and staff over the entire summer camp season. This job qualifies as my Church in the World requirement under community engagement, but I have come to understand the responsibility as chaplain as much more interdisciplinary than neatly defined course descriptions (which believe me, I love a well-defined syllabus). In this position,…

Capital Campaign

…These funds secure the seminary’s financial future. Communities of Learning Program: $970,000 Outcome: This new summer orientation program prepares incoming students for their theological education and helps build stronger communities on campus. Two-hundred students have benefited from this unique introductory program so far. Leadership Institute Programs: $820,000 Outcome: Union’s Leadership Institute equips leaders from churches around the country with new…

Biblical Preaching and Pastoral Leadership for Complicated Times

Workshop Leaders: Brian Blount and Alex Evans Feeling overwhelmed by the world’s complexities? This workshop equips pastors and church leaders to navigate difficult times with the enduring strength of biblical preaching and compassionate leadership. To register or learn more, click here….

Congregational Corner: You are invited!

…that grabs attention and makes this pastor very curious. This past weekend, a group of teenagers knocked on my door. The teens seemed genuinely excited about their church as they handed over a postcard and invited us – NOT to come to church – but to come get a bookbag filled with supplies for the year. They see a need…

Congregational Corner: Take on, A New Perspective

…tax collector and was wealthy.3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. 4 So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-figtree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. 5 When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I…