Union Seminary hosting “Faith in India: Her Faces and Spaces” exhibit

RICHMOND, VA (March 22, 2019) – Union Presbyterian Seminary will host a free public exhibit, titled “Faith in India: Her Faces and Spaces,” March 25 through May 10, 2019, at William Smith Morton Library, 3406 Chamberlayne Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23227. The exhibit will feature photography by local artist Zacchaeus Katta along with books from Morton Library’s collection pertaining to Indian…

Gems for the Journey: Challenge, not Comfort

…hometown, and evil men had come to the throne. Conditions seem only to get worse, at this point Jeremiah, and I believe every honest Christian, had doubt come to his heart. Dark thoughts came into his mind, and he wonders why God permits certain things. Every pastor who has ever stood for the things of God, at times, wondered why…

Congregational Corner: Mercy Calls

…mercy? Our team experienced one or two mercy calls this season, but I think we are ALL missing the greatest call for mercy right now. If we step back and look at who is around us as we strive to reach “home,” if we extend mercy and love to those we encounter and pass along the way, won’t it make…

Faith and Worker Justice Organizer–Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy–Richmond, VA

…VICPP:   Skills and Characteristics Experience working with faith communities. Passion for organizing and social justice. Strong public speaking and writing skills. Comfortable with basic office computer programs. Experience working with diverse communities. Good relationship building skills. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Understanding of worker justice issue preferred. English fluency required. Spanish fluency preferred.   Application due August 5…

Re-Moralizing Monday

…at the General Assembly building and at the Capitol. The movement was in full swing and soon developed a healthy court component, with trials that resulted in the exoneration of arrestees, freeing them to return to “our house,” and vacating trespass orders, and opposing repressive laws like the “Monster” Voter Suppression Bill, passed the day after the Shelby County v….

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Currie Family Lecture

Just as Union Theological Seminary (now Union Presbyterian Seminary) moved from rural Hampden-Sydney, Virginia to urban Richmond more than 120 years ago, the seminary’s Charlotte campus represents but one point on the historical continuum of Union’s innovative approach to Theological education. For over a century Union has been a leader in using the latest technology, advocating for Christian Education and…

Toni Morrison documentary and panel discussion

In memory of Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison, The Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership will host a screening and panel discussion of her latest documentary, “Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am.” Place: Lake Chapel, Early Center Tentative Time: 4-6pm (screening), 6:00- 6:25pm (reception), 6:30-7:30pm (panel discussion) Center director Melanie C. Jones will moderate a discussion with Black filmmaker and…

Union Forum: Reimagining Community and Public Safety

…God. May we work that God’s Kingdom/ Kindom would come, that God’s will would be done in part through our actions in this world. Sponsored by Union Presbyterian Seminary’s Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation and Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership.   Top photo: Black Lives Matter Youth and Children’s March, Richmond, VA. (Photo by Richmond Free Press.)…

Coordinator Community and Hospitality Initiatives June 11 2024

Coordinator Community and Hospitality Initiatives May 2024

Key to knowing your neighbor is opening your front door

…students was an inspiring one, conveying CHAT’s passion for relationship-building in a neighborhood so deeply affected by structural injustice—a passion fueled by an overarching belief in the power of Christian fellowship to transform communities. “Having a relationship with these kids and their families has made us rethink how we want to live life,” he said. “It’s grown my faith tremendously.”…

Student calls for action following Charlotte police shooting

…as the body of Christ, have much work ahead of us. I have received several calls and messages from families asking what Trinity will do to address this concern in our community and to combat this issue. For those that are asking what will UPSem do to address this concern in our community and combat this epidemic, my response is…

Christian Educator Certification

…synchronous (scheduled live class meetings) and asynchronous work (at-home assignments posted on Blackboard, the seminary’s learning management system, with logins provided). Four courses are offered through the seminary each year, with six (6) courses offered in total. A participant who completes all of the course work will receive a certificate of completion with 3 CEUs for each individual course. Course…

Kairos Ministries Team Day

Dr. Lakisha Lockhart will be the main presenter for Kairos Ministries Team Day. https://www.kairosinitiative.org/…

When Christ and Code Collide: Roadblocks to Housing the Unhoused

Join us for the fourth conversation in the Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation’s Dangerous Dialogue virtual series, “The Injustice of the Unhoused”. As we look at the current crisis of the unhoused in Charlotte, North Carolina, what is the responsibility of the communities of faith to provide relief? How do we help to alleviate the suffering of so many…

The Christian Life – Pathways Online Course

…students with a basic understanding of vital components of Christian life. Online Course Format: Weekly class meetings via Zoom Technology, along with assignments posted on Blackboard, the seminary’s learning management system (login credentials provided) Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito, Associate Professor of Christian Education, Union Presbyterian Seminary Dates: Tuesdays, January 5 – February 2, 2021, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m….

Online Course: The Christian Life (Pathways Online Course)

…and leadership. Through assignments, online discussion, and class lectures, participants will engage in vital components of the Christian life. Online Course Format: Weekly class meetings via Zoom Technology, along with assignments posted on Blackboard, the seminary’s learning management system (login credentials provided) Dates: Tuesdays, February 28 – April 4, 2023, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time Cost: $150,…

Online Course: The Christian Life (Pathways Online Course)

…components of the Christian life. Online Course Format: Weekly class meetings via Zoom Technology, along with assignments posted on Blackboard, the seminary’s learning management system (login credentials provided) Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito, Associate Professor of Christian Education, Union Presbyterian Seminary Dates: Tuesdays, March 1 – April 5, 2022, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time Cost: $135, if…

Online Workshop: Feminist Theologies– What They Are, What They Say, What They Do

Online Workshop: Feminist Theologies — What They Are, What They Say, What They Do Dates: Tuesdays, September 28, October 5, and October 12, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT (Note: This online workshop is a three-part series). Led by: Dr. Rachel Baard, Assistant Professor of Theology and Ethics Workshop Description: Feminist theology is often viewed as something that either rejects…