Reformed Theology (Christian Educator Certification Course)

…Synchronous meetings are from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Eastern Time Through assigned readings, class lectures, and group discussions, this course presents an overview of leading themes in the Reformed theological tradition, especially as presented in selected texts from the PC(USA) Book of Confessions. This course is open to all and it is not necessary to be seeking certification in order to participate….

Reformed Theology (Christian Educator Certification Course)

…Synchronous meetings are from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Eastern Time Through assigned readings, class lectures, and group discussions, this course presents an overview of leading themes in the Reformed theological tradition, especially as presented in selected texts from the PC(USA) Book of Confessions. This course is open to all and it is not necessary to be seeking certification in order to participate….

JUST PREACH /JUST ACT CSJR AFRICAN AMERICAN SOCIAL JUSTICE PREACHING SERIES – PART 2

The world today is in a tumultuous state as we recover from a global pandemic in a time of racial unrest and political division. Is there a word from the Lord for this moment? What are people of faith called to do as we confront these and other challenges? The Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation (CSJR) of Union Presbyterian…

Just Preach /Just Act CSJR African American Social Justice Preaching Series – Part 1

The world today is in a tumultuous state as we recover from a global pandemic in a time of racial unrest and political division. Is there a word from the Lord for this moment? What are people of faith called to do as we confront these and other challenges? The Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation (CSJR) of Union Presbyterian…

JUST PREACH /JUST ACT CSJR AFRICAN AMERICAN SOCIAL JUSTICE PREACHING SERIES – PART 3

The world today is in a tumultuous state as we recover from a global pandemic in a time of racial unrest and political division. Is there a word from the Lord for this moment? What are people of faith called to do as we confront these and other challenges? The Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation (CSJR) of Union Presbyterian…

Union president receives humanitarian award

RICHMOND, Va. (October 23, 2017) – Union Presbyterian Seminary President and Professor of New Testament Brian K. Blount received a Humanitarian Award from the Richmond chapter of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities. The honor is presented to individuals and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to the promotion of respect and understanding among people of diverse racial, ethnic, and…

Colleen Earp: Camping, conservation, and chickens

…Theology & Food Justice Nancy Myer: Lifelong learning Senator Scott: Finding community and connection Colleen Earp: Camping, conservation, and chickens In “Reference” to Paula Skreslet Paul Smith: From police officer to pastor Heather Woodworth Brannon advocates for housing justice in Richmond Student Spotlight BY EMMA NORTH Colleen Earp has taken her ministry beyond the pulpit and out into God’s creation….

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Gems for The Journey: Memorializing African American Inventors by Rev. Veronica Thomas (M.Div.’07)

…lives. I will just name a few. Albert B. Blackburn – The cross-bar to help enable trains to transmit signals coming from either direction. Charles B. Brooks – invented the street sweeper which helped in cleaning the streets and shopping malls. This invention uses revolving brushes which elevates the rubbish into a refuse receptacle. Garrett A. Morgan – In November…

Associate Pastor for Youth and Families–Covenant Presbyterian Church–Huntsville, AL

…in the work of the Youth. Our greatest focus is sharing Christ with those who need him. Barna Group research suggests that two thirds of those who accept Christ as savior do so by the age of 18. So this ministry is at the very center of our church’s heart. Contact Mary Griffin APNC chair email: marygriffin1929@gmail.com phone:256-527-1625 https://www.vanderbloemen.com/job/covenant-presbyterian-church-director-of-youth-and-family  …

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

The Presbytery of Transylvania is looking for a Host Site Coordinator/Stated Supply position. This person will partner with 5 of our churches in Eastern KY who do not have consistent pastoral leadership, and also welcome disaster recovery groups to the area. These 5 churches are all in communities hit HARD by a significant (and that’s an understatement) flood in July…

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

  Rye Presbyterian Church, a 1,000-member congregation in Rye, NY (Westchester County) is in a season of transition. Two co-pastors have served the church for 11 years, and one will retire at the end of 2024. The search has begun for a new co-pastor. Additionally, the associate pastor for Christian Education is leaving for a new position after serving five…

Susan Blanchard: God is present

This is post 4 of 5 in the series “Devotionals 2020” Molly Smerko: What is saving your life today? Stuart Seelman: Isolation, Bonhoeffer, and Julian of Norwich Mairi Renwick: Hear, O Israel Susan Blanchard: God is present Crystal Sygeel: God is more than present Welcome to the Union Presbyterian Seminary Devotional Blog. Here you will find short devotions created by…

Solo Pastor–First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron–Port Huron, MI

…new pastor will find themselves preaching in a 137-year-old sanctuary nestled in an evolving neighborhood close to the city’s downtown and waterways as well as along a sunlit Lake Huron beach during the summer. If you know someone that would be a great fit, please ask them to send their resume to portpresby.pnc@gmail.com or apply directly at www.pcusa.org/clc. https://www.fpcporthuron.org/pastoral-search/ First-Presbyterian-Minister-Discernment-Profice-MDP…

Crystal Sygeel: God is more than present

This is post 5 of 5 in the series “Devotionals 2020” Molly Smerko: What is saving your life today? Stuart Seelman: Isolation, Bonhoeffer, and Julian of Norwich Mairi Renwick: Hear, O Israel Susan Blanchard: God is present Crystal Sygeel: God is more than present Welcome to the Union Presbyterian Seminary Devotional Blog. Here you will find short devotions created by…

Alt-right rally: Love & hope vs evil in our midst

…for this nation to live up to and live into its founding principles.       Related Stories Alt-right rally: Praying for the enemy President Brian K. Blount: Violence has brought us here Alt-right rally: Spiritual warfare Alt-right rally: “Not a new fight for me” Alt-right rally: Tangible resistance to hatred & evil Alt-right rally: Clergy cannot be absent  …

Marking milestones at The Presbyterian Outlook

This is post 3 of 9 in the series “Union matters! podcast” Expanding access to healthy food: Shalom Farms at Union Helping cops cope with traumatic violence: VALEAP Marking milestones at The Presbyterian Outlook Memory sanctions & Confederate statues The rise of Womanism: Dr. Katie Geneva Cannon Understanding Muslims: Dr. Zeyneb Sayilgan Union matters! podcast: God and the sanctuary movement…

Remembering T. Hartley Hall, fifth president of UPSem

President Emeritus T. Hartley Hall IV (M.Div.’57) died August 18 in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Hall served as the fifth president of Union Presbyterian Seminary (then Union Theological Seminary) from 1981-1994. LEARN MORE  …

Lakisha Lockhart called to Union Seminary as Christian education professor

…education is grounded in both academic and ecclesial contexts, her students are assigned to participate in their congregations and communities as a part of their educational experience. Her focus on practical pedagogy is not only to develop more committed and knowledgeable educators and ministers, but also more committed and knowledgeable congregants. “Dr. Lockhart embodies the best of the former Presbyterian…

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Central America Travel Seminar: Worship and futbol

…from our pews for the recently deceased mayor of Guatemala City. He was the president of the country at the end of the 36-year conflict and was accused of committing human rights abuses under his tenure. As we heard messages of hope and sang songs of praise, the history of abuses committed by the president and the controversial history of…

Pastor–Community Church of Ringwood–Ringwood, NJ

Seeking a full-time pastor responsible for leading worship services, implementing adult education, collaborating with other churches for community building, and pastoral care. For more information contact: Christine Burger, 856-625-9399 https://www.communitypc.org/ RIngwood-CPC-MDP…