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Presbyterians Supporting Christian Education

…for Commissioned Ruling Elders (CRE), those persons serving as solo pastors in congregations. Cohorts will meet together monthly for a year and will be guided by a facilitator. Click on the Program description below for more information, and submit your application for this innovative opportunity. Information for 2023 Educator Cohorts Educator Application   Information for 2023 CRE Cohorts CRE Application …

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Dr. Patricia Vesely publishes book on the ethics of friendship in Job

RICHMOND, VA (May 10, 2019) — For classical philosophers, friendship was a serious topic of ethical reflection, yet in contemporary discussions on ethics, this subject is largely absent. Drawing upon Aristotelian ethics based on virtue, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biblical Hebrew Dr. Patricia Vesely examines friendship as a moral category in the Book of Job, illuminating those virtues, motivations, and …

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Voelz book offers lessons in reaching people dealing with reproductive loss and adoption

…how do we make theological sense of the more private hardships and joys experienced by members of the community? If we are to be an effective community, serving as an extended family for one another, we cannot limit ourselves to talking about, celebrating, or even mourning the expected things. We need to be able to connect with people who are …

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Activist in Profile: Rev. Dr. Claude Forehand II

…throughout the state of North Carolina. He is a former 3rd Vice Moderator of the United Missionary Baptist Association and served as the chair for the Association’s Ordination Council in addition to designing the ordination curriculum. The creation of curriculum is central to the ministry to which God has called him. He owns and operates an LLC called The Preaching …

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The Wrong Story

…think what I am ultimately most angry about is how we got here. This is not a forever conflict! This is not the continuation of some Biblical battle! This is not two groups who have always hated each other, refusing to be reconciled. No…this is a conflict between brothers! (The word “siblings” would be more gender balanced, but the violent …

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Values

…aspects of your life that may be draining your energy, your time, and your money. Invest in your values. Whether you’ve taken a Christian Ethics course yet or not, you should take time to evaluate your personal values. Although often considered synonymous with “morals” or “ethics,” “values” are actually closer to “purpose.” Your values define who you are as a …

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William A. White (1930-2018): Tireless advocate of Union’s Charlotte campus

CHARLOTTE, NC (January 12, 2018) – William “Bill” White, a Life Trustee of Union Presbyterian Seminary and tireless advocate of its Charlotte campus, died January 11, 2018. White was deeply committed to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the theological education offered through the seminary. He was a galvanizing force in securing support for Union Presbyterian Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina. …

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Community Church at Lake Wylie – Seeks Senior Pastor

Community Church at Lake Wylie (cclw.org) is an interdenominational church seeking a DYNAMIC SENIOR PASTOR to lead us into the future as we reach every generation with the love and hope of Jesus Christ. We are a friendly, caring, mission-minded congregation with a history of outstanding biblically based preaching from the pulpit and a superb music program. Lake Wylie is …

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de’Angelo Dia accepts call to direct Charlotte campus admissions

RICHMOND, VA (May 10, 2022) – Union Presbyterian Seminary has appointed alumnus and artist de’Angelo Dia to be admissions director for the Charlotte, North Carolina, campus. Dia received his Doctor of Ministry in Theology/Theological Studies from Union in April 2022. He also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Communication and Sociology from Appalachian State University, and a Master …

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Garden Variety

…I will come help you.   [1] Environmental Justice | US EPA [2] ForsythSuccessStory.pdf (ncdhhs.gov) [3] About Us | Piedmont Environmental Alliance (peanc.org) Meg Kelly is a third year M.Div. Student at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Charlotte and serves full-time at Parkway Presbyterian Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She is a Candidate for the Office of Minister of Word and …

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Melanie Jones to Present Paper at Religious Research Association Annual Meeting

Melanie Jones will present a paper entitled “Owning Our Faith: Black Millennial Clergywomen and Social Entrepreneurship” as part of a panel at the Religious Research Association 2019 Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting will be held in St. Louis, MO October 25-27, 2019. Melanie C. Jones is Instructor of Ethics, Theology and Culture and the Director of the Katie Geneva Cannon …

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Rev. Melanie Jones to Preach at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, MD

Rev. Melanie Jones will preach at morning worship at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, MD, on Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 11am. Melanie C. Jones is Instructor of Ethics, Theology and Culture and the Director of the Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

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Dr. Blount to preach at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, Richmond, VA

On Sunday, October 29, 2017, Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, Richmond, will welcome Dr. Brian K. Blount to its pulpit. Dr. Blount is the President and Professor of New Testament in the Walter W. Moore and Charles E.S. Kraemer Presidential Chairs at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

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UPSem Alumni Reception in Pasadena, California!

Monte Vista Grove Homes 2889 San Pasqual St., Bungalow C-68 Pasadena, CA 91107 R.S.V.P. to Nicole Smith at alumni@upsem.edu or 804-278-4228 …

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Dr. Blount to preach at River Road Presbyterian Church, Richmond, VA

On Sunday, November 5, 2017, River Road Presbyterian Church, Richmond, VA, will welcome Dr. Brian K. Blount to its pulpit. He will be preaching at the 11:00 am worship service. Dr. Blount is the President and Professor of New Testament in the Walter W. Moore and Charles E.S. Kraemer Presidential Chairs at Union Presbyterian Seminary …

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

…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 of influential womanist figures such as the Rev. Drs. Katie Geneva Cannon, Barbara Holmes, Monica Coleman, and Velma Love. For more information or to register, click here. …

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Seminary for a Day workshop “Should Seminarians Study Islam?” led by Dr. Skreslet

Register for “Seminary for a Day” to attend this workshop led by Dr. Stanley H. Skreslet. Should Seminarians Study Islam? World Religions and Theological Education In the experience of many congregations, religious pluralism has moved from a theoretical concern to an everyday reality. Not only do most American Christians work alongside close colleagues devoted to a variety of faith commitments, …

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President Blount to Preach and Teach at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Charlottesville

President Blount will preach and teach Sunday School at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville, VA, on February 16, 2020. Brian K. Blount is President and Professor of New Testament in the Walter W. Moore and Charles E.S. Kraemer Presidential Chairs at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

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