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Director of Ministry for Children and Youth–Rye Presbyterian Church–Rye, NY

…salary package will be commensurate with the candidate’s educational and experience background. Housing is a possibility. The church owns a three-bedroom townhouse less than a mile from the church and a one-minute walk to the beach. See Director-of-Ministry-for-Children-and-Youth-RPC for more information. Please contact Rev. Dr. John Miller for more information or to submit a resume at jmiller@ryepc.com 914-967-0842, ex 14…

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Ghana Travel Seminar: Seeing the magnificence of God’s love

…beautiful. It proved to be a little strenuous for some. Our guide, however, was gracious enough to be patient, was a wealth of information about the surroundings, and pointed out fascinating information about certain trees for example. We certainly had to pay attention as we hiked toward the canopy walk….tree roots, uneven and rocky paths, soldier ants, etc. Once we…

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President Blount to retire from Union Presbyterian Seminary in 2023

…a presidential search committee and the board named six trustees to the committee. These trustees were appointed with a commitment to diverse representation across both campuses. Other members to be named include four faculty (two from each campus), one staff member, and one student (who will not be from the same campus as the staff member). The committee will begin…

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What a Difference a Gift Makes!

…I’m a part of you, dear…” This beautiful song makes the point that one seemingly small event or interaction in your life can result in a profound change for and in you. For me, a gift made the difference. “A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great” (Prov. 18:16). That access is given to the gifter and the…

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History: Whose Story? Black Lives Matter! by Rev. William R. Freeman (M.Div.01)

…young Black teenage mathematicians. John Glenn’s first flight was on February 20, 1962. Although the flight data were calculated on a mainframe computer, Glenn insisted on Katherine Johnson’s computations before he was willing to take off. The publicity on Johnson was an 8 ½” x 11” 8-10 page booklet. Little additional information was publicized until Margot Lee Shetterly wrote the…

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Polity and Administration, Pathways Online Course

Mondays, August 26-September 30 (asynchronous only on Labor Day, September 2) Instructor: Rev. Carson Rhyne This course will examine the Presbyterian Church (USA) Book of Order, its underpinnings, and its implication for mission and ministry. As part of the course, participants will review administrative tasks which grow out of the Book of Order (e.g., session meetings, committee meetings, stewardship season,…

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Polity and Administration, Pathways Online Course

Mondays, August 26-September 30 (asynchronous only on Labor Day, September 2) Instructor: Rev. Carson Rhyne This course will examine the Presbyterian Church (USA) Book of Order, its underpinnings, and its implication for mission and ministry. As part of the course, participants will review administrative tasks which grow out of the Book of Order (e.g., session meetings, committee meetings, stewardship season,…

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Polity and Administration, Pathways Online Course

Mondays, August 26-September 30 (asynchronous only on Labor Day, September 2) Instructor: Rev. Carson Rhyne This course will examine the Presbyterian Church (USA) Book of Order, its underpinnings, and its implication for mission and ministry. As part of the course, participants will review administrative tasks which grow out of the Book of Order (e.g., session meetings, committee meetings, stewardship season,…

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Polity and Administration, Pathways Online Course

Mondays, August 26-September 30 (asynchronous only on Labor Day, September 2) Instructor: Rev. Carson Rhyne This course will examine the Presbyterian Church (USA) Book of Order, its underpinnings, and its implication for mission and ministry. As part of the course, participants will review administrative tasks which grow out of the Book of Order (e.g., session meetings, committee meetings, stewardship season,…

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Polity and Administration, Pathways Online Course

Mondays, August 26-September 30 (asynchronous only on Labor Day, September 2) Instructor: Rev. Carson Rhyne This course will examine the Presbyterian Church (USA) Book of Order, its underpinnings, and its implication for mission and ministry. As part of the course, participants will review administrative tasks which grow out of the Book of Order (e.g., session meetings, committee meetings, stewardship season,…

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UPSem Names Rev. Dr. Lee Hinson-Hasty Next Vice President for Advancement

…contexts. A frequent guest speaker across the country, he welcomes invitations to collaborate, preach or present on theological education today, creating communities of call, stewardship that matters, mentoring and more. Dr. Hinson-Hasty has served since 2015 as Senior Director of Theological Education Funds Development for the Committee on Theological Education at the Presbyterian Church USA Foundation after a decade serving…

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Academics

Our graduate degree programs place emphasis on deep theological study, inventive learning and real world experiences that prepare students for faith leadership in ordained pastoral, educational and community ministries….

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Preparing…

…clergy salary below. If you prefer to read this info, keep scrolling down for a summary or download the accompanying PDF here for detailed examples and information. Average effective salary range 2016 (for a pastor with <6 years service) Solo pastor of a 50-100 member church: $47,863.16 Solo pastor of a 101-200 member church: $51,950.71 Associate pastor of a 201-500…

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Prayer Garden

…proud supporter of this special new place on campus and of the seminary in general. Your investment is much more than a brick with a name engraved on it — it’s a stake in the future of Union Presbyterian. All bricks purchased directly support the Annual Fund, helping to equip and prepare the next generation of Church leaders. Inscription Examples:…

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(Self-Paced, Ongoing) Old Testament Bible Survey – Pathways Online Course

…as Commissioned Ruling Elders in the PCUSA). The Pathways program aims to enhance knowledge and discipleship and edify individuals. This courses is open to all. ************************* To REGISTER for this course, click here. ************************* To learn more about the Pathways Bible Survey courses, click here. For an overview of the Pathways to Learning and Leadership online course program, click here….

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Online Course: Word & World — A Lectionary Study (Year C), Part I

This is an online course open to alumni of Union Presbyterian Seminary with either a M.Div., MACE, or M.Div./MACE degree. This course includes five (6) online class meetings, on Monday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST. In addition to the live class meetings, this course includes both reading and written assignments. However, as a continuing education program, no grades…

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CE Certification Online Course – Human Growth & Faith Development

…confirmation email once registered. Course Tuition: $295, excludes cost of required texts, if register by August 16. (Note: Beginning August 17, a price increase of $25 will be added to registration. Register early and save). CEUs: 3.0, certificates of course completion will be provided if all course requirements are met. ************************* Online registration is open. Click here to REGISTER. *************************…

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Worship & Sacraments – Pathways Online Course

…Beginning April 2, price increases by $25. CEUs: 3.0 Pathways to Learning and Leadership is an online program of nine courses offered over a two-year period to provide educational preparation toward leading a congregation as a Commissioned Ruling Elder (CRE). Courses are open to all, one does not need to be pursuing to become a CRE in order to participate….

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Online Course: Reformed Theology (for Christian Educator Certification)

…syllabus once registered. Course Tuition: $295, excludes cost of required texts, if register by September 6, 2021. (Note: Beginning September 7, a price increase of $25 will be added to registration. Register early and save). CEUs: 3.0, certificates of course completion will be provided if all course requirements are met. ************************* Online registration is open. Click here to REGISTER. *************************…

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CE Certification Online Course – Worship & Sacraments

…syllabus once registered. Course Tuition: $295, excludes cost of required texts, if register by March 7, 2021. (Note: Beginning March 8, a price increase of $25 will be added to registration. Register early and save). CEUs: 3.0, certificates of course completion will be provided if all course requirements are met. ************************* Online registration is open. Click here to REGISTER. *************************…

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Extending Union’s reach into East Africa

By Dr. Brian K. Blount The Syngman Rhee Global Mission Center is a blessing for Union Presbyterian Seminary. It is one of the key ways in which we extend the mission of our ministry internationally. As the center broadens its scope of work, we hope to invite more students from international settings, particularly developing countries, to come study with us….

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Degree Program

Master of Arts in Public Theology

…gender issues, inter-religious dialogue, and issues of race and reconciliation, or planning to make these or similar issues a focus of their future work. The M.A.P.T. program is related to the work of Union Presbyterian Seminary’s three Centers: the Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation, the Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership, and the Syngman Rhee Global Mission Center…

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