Listening and Learning in Egypt

…the bookstore, but we also even were given a private tour of the printing press site! After a leisurely lunch outside, the group arrived at the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cairo (ETSC). While I have had the pleasure of staying overnight here once or twice many years ago, it was a delight to see my colleague, Safwat, share his former…

Mosques, Museums, and More

Another early morning for a not-quite-so-early flight (that wasn’t quite as early as we thought). And we got to have the “Egyptian Surprise” of daylight savings time, which hasn’t happened in 5 years! When we returned to Cairo, we visited the citadel of Cairo where we had the unique opportunity of visiting an Ottoman-style mosque built by the great Egyptian…

Union Presbyterian Seminary to Inaugurate Rev. Dr. Rebecca L. Davis as Sarah Belk Gambrell Professor of Christian Education

…organizing chair of the Presbyterian Child Advocacy Network and on the Year of the Child Planning Team for the General Assembly. She has served on the editorial board for Presbyterian Women’s Horizons Magazine, the Advisory Board for the PCUSA’s Educate a Child Initiative, and the National Committee on the Self-Development of People. She currently serves on the Educator Certification Council…

Joshua T. Morris Named Assistant Professor of Practical Theology

…the Ministry of Word and Sacrament in the United Church of Christ (UCC), he is a member of the Missouri Mid-South Conference. An accomplished author and a devoted chaplain, Dr. Morris’ service to the church has encompassed a wide range of clinical ministry experience. He has served as staff chaplain at hospitals in California and Missouri. Prior to accepting the…

112th Year of Sprunt Lecture Series Brings Renowned African American Scholar-Authors to Union Presbyterian Seminary

…Series began in 1911, suspended only in 1918-1919 due to the influenza epidemic. They have been held every year since—through two world wars and a pandemic. For a complete schedule of the lectures and receptions, visit https://bit.ly/Sprunt23schedule To register for the Sprunt Lecture Series and the alumni luncheon, visit https://bit.ly/registerSprunt23 Learn more about the Sprunt Lecture speakers and events at…

Visiting The Pyramids

…dedication of the ancient Egyptians to the afterlife shaped the way they looked at the material world. Visiting the pyramids offers a helpful reminder to live a life in which the here-and-now and the material reality of it are in a dialectical relationship with the spiritual reality and the not-yet unfolding future. We try to use the time on the…

Crossing into Sinai

After a night of much needed rest, some awoke early to the sounds of barking dogs. I enjoyed a morning meditation on the breezy terrace. We had coffee in the lounge and then we went to a buffet-style breakfast that was plentiful and beautifully presented. We had free time after breakfast to go relax and tour the resort. Some went…

Sunrise on Mount Sinai

…even painful. Yesterday, as we drove through the desert landscape of the Sinai Peninsula, Safwat asked us to think about the idea of pilgrimage and to consider what we each might contribute. Today was a day of challenges, but also a day of receiving the generous support of others as we continue our individual journeys. –Margaret Mackinnon, 1st year M.Div….

Inaugural Symposium Celebrates Center for Excellence in Christian Education at UPSem’s Charlotte Campus

Charlotte, NC (November 13, 2023)—Research, practice, and leadership are the three platforms of the newly established Center for Excellence in Christian Education at Union Presbyterian Seminary. Designed to foster new ways of teaching with leading-edge thinking, the CECE will formally open with More Than: The Inaugural Symposium on Nov.30-Dec.1. On Thursday, Nov. 30, educators, pastors, and lay leaders are invited…

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Congregational Corner: Mercy Calls

…and then others were right with me – wondering why the glove went on the wrong hand and what we actually call the game officials. Early on, we knew we were there for the fellowship of the game. What I found interesting as we played each game was the attitude on the field. In a church softball league, I expected…

Playology Event – Experiencing God through the Art of Play

…variety of interactive approaches to reading, hearing, and sharing God’s powerful WORD. Games Galore – Start to finish, as many games as is humanly possible will be packed into this time! Active games, ‘no-equipment’ games, quiet games, name games–the list goes on and on! Day 2, Wednesday, March 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET Creative Worship Planning workshop, where…

Bibliography

…of Virginia. TheCivil Rights Movement as Theological Drama. Retrieved from http://www.livedtheology.org/ University of Virginia. President’s Commission on Slavery and the University. Retrieved from http://slavery.virginia.edu/ University of Virginia. Television News of the Civil Rights Era, 1950-1970. Retrieved from http://www2.vcdh.virginia.edu/civilrightstv/ Warner, Kaine, Scott, Booker & Blunt Applaud Approval of Commission to Recognize 400 Years of African American History. Retrieved from https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2017/12/warner-kaine-scott-booker-blunt-applaud-approval-of-commission-to-recognize-400-years-of-african-american-history BACK…

Presbyterian Polity, Program, and Mission

…program and mission of the PC(USA).   Required Reading Book of Confessions, Study edition. Online version is at http://www.pcusa.org/site_media/media/uploads/oga/pdf/boc2014.pdf or on course documents, Blackboard Book of Order, 2013-2015 edition. Online version is at http://www.pcusa.org/resource/book-order-2013-2015/ or on course documents, Blackboard Historic Principles, Conscience, and Church Government, adopted by 195th General Assembly (1983) of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) http://www.pcusa.org/resource/historic-principles-conscience-and-church-governme/ or on course…

Director of the La Escuelita Learning Hub–Beechmont Presbyterian Church–Louisville, KY

…recreation, arts, and crafts. While the intent is to garner additional funds to continue the position, this is initially a one-year, full-time, 40-hour-a-week position which pays $22/hour and follows the public-school academic year and summer schedule*. We will work with the candidate to ensure that basic health insurance coverage is in place. The coordinator will be a BPC employee and…

Internship Sites

Memorial for Professor Katie Geneva Cannon

Join us in Watts Chapel for a memorial celebrating the life of the Rev. Dr. Katie Geneva Cannon, who was the Annie Scales Rogers Professor of Christian Ethics and founded the Center for Womanist Leadership at Union Presbyterian Seminary. Dr. Cannon died August 8 of acute leukemia. Schedule for the Day The service will be held on the campus of…

Host Site Coordinator/Stated Supply–Presbytery of Transylvania–Eastern Kentucky

…area. These 5 churches are all in communities hit HARD by a significant (and that’s an understatement) flood in July 2022. This is a 3 year, ordainable position with a manse. It will be hard work, but we believe this person has the real ability to shepherd lasting change for these congregations and communities. For more information please visit: https://clc.pcusa.org/mdp/10361/view/…

Katie Geneva Cannon Legacy Luncheon

…of our African heritage, our spiritual roots and our commitment to take on the fire of both racism and sexism.” reflected Yvonne Delk. The cost is $30 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.fpcnorfolk.org/events-registration or make a check to and enter” Legacy Luncheon” on the subject line. Mail to First Presbyterian Church, 820 Colonial Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23507….

Youth & Family Outreach Director–Trinity Presbyterian Church & Jewel Lake Parish–Anchorage, Alaska

…and ability to interface across a variety of platforms (Zoom, phone, e-mail, social media etc.) Good time management and project prioritization Self-motivated to make progress on job responsibilities Attention to detail in administrative duties Easily approachable, patient, kind, and friendly with the congregation and children of all ages. Able to build rapport with people of diverse backgrounds and faith An…

Kairos Ministries Team Day

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