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Render Unto Caesar: Terms of Call and Clergy Taxes

Terms of call and clergy taxes can be complicated. This one-day seminar clarifies them for those involved in church finances, ensuring churches, employing organizations, and active clergy take advantage of the available options, all while filing correctly for tax purposes. Attend and learn about:  Board resources for employers and members  Traditional Program benefits coverage & options  clergy…

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Dr. Galbreath to present at the North American Academy of Liturgy

Dr. Paul Galbreath will present a paper entitled “The Search for Earth-Inclusive Language: A Brief Survey of Three Proposals to the Revised Book of Common Worship” at the Annual Meeting of the North American Academy of Liturgy in Vancouver, British Columbia. His presentation will begin at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, January 6. Dr. Galbreath is Professor of Theology at Union…

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Dr. Voelz to lead a workshop on “Preaching Contexts and Sermon Forms”

Dr. Richard W. Voelz, Assistant Professor of Preaching and Worship, will lead a workshop for the Commissioned Ruling Elder Preparation Program, at the Presbytery of West Viriginia entitled “Preaching Contexts and Sermon Forms”….

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Dr. DeVries speaking on the beginnings of the Protestant movement at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church

On Sunday, October 1, 2017, Dr. Dawn DeVries will be speaking and teaching during the Sunday school hour at Ginter Park Presbyterian Church, Richmond, on the beginnings of the Protestant movement and Martin Luther, its founder Who was a complex man with many ideas and moods and strengths and flaws and who left a larger than life footprint on the…

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Religious Education Theory and Practice

Led by Dr. Rebecca Davis May 13-June 17, 2025 Synchronous meetings are on Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Religious Education Theory and Practice provides Presbyterian Christian Educators an opportunity to think theologically about the teaching ministry of the church. It exposes educators to a variety of educational theories that informs pedagogical practices. Writing publishable, quality lesson plans, as well as…

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Dr. Blount to be the heritage lecturer in Greenville, S.C.

On Sunday, January 29, 2017, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina, will welcome Dr. Brian Blount as the 2017 Heritage Lecturer. In addition to preaching at both the 9:00 am and 11:00 am worship services, he will also speak to a combined adult Sunday School class at 10:00 a.m. Dr. Blount is the President and Professor of New Testament in…

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Dr. Blount to preach and teach in Raleigh, N.C.

On Sunday, March 12, 2017, White Memorial Presbyterian Church, Raleigh, North Carolina, will welcome Dr. Brian K. Blount to its pulpit. In addition to preaching at the 8:15 am and 11:00 am worship services, he will also address a combined Sunday School class at 9:30 a.m. Dr. Blount will also speak to a smaller group on Saturday, March 11, 2017….

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Dr. Paula Parker leading workshop on “Roots Matter” at Historic Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, MD

On Saturday, April 21st, The Rev. Dr. Paula Owens Parker will be leading a workshop, “Roots Matter” on generational healing at the multi-day program, “Common Ground, Connected Heritage – Our American Family,” April 19-21, 2018 at Historic Sotterley Plantation, in Hollywood, Maryland. Dr. Parker is Program Associate, Center for Womanist Leadership and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation at Union…

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APCE Alumni Luncheon

  Union Presbyterian Seminary is excited to be hosting an Alumni Luncheon at the 2017 Association of Presbyterian Church Educators Annual Event.   Come enjoy food and fellowship with ATS, PSCE, Union-PSCE, and UPSem alums, as well as current Christian education students. We’ll hear updates on the new Master of Arts in Christian Education Program, new happenings at the seminary,…

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Dr. McFayden featured speaker at Seminary Sunday in Norfolk, VA

A CELEBRATION OF THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION will take place at ROYSTER MEMORIAL PC, beginning at 4 PM on SUN., APRIL 23. Featured speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden, Dean of Union Presbyterian Seminary and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development. The combined choirs of Royster Memorial and Carver Memorial Churches will provide music. All are invited and a…

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Dr. Vest to present on “Nones, Dones, and Networked Individuals” in Richmond, VA

On Sunday March 12 at 9:45 a.m., Visiting Professor of Evangelism, John Vest will be providing a presentation on “Nones, Dones and Networked Individuals” to the session and Pastoral Nominating Committee of First Presbyterian Church, Richmond, V.A.    …

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Dr. Yust speaking at Manakin Episcopal Church

Faithfully Tracking the Course of Change September 24, 2017 Adult Forum, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Manakin Episcopal Church, 985 Huguenot Trail, Midlothian, VA 23113 We live in a time of accelerating social and technological change, both locally and globally. These changes can feel like a threat to our faith and well-being. Come explore various social and biblical perspectives on change…

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Religious Education Theory and Practice

Led by Dr. Rebecca Davis May 13-June 17, 2025 Synchronous meetings are on Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Religious Education Theory and Practice provides Presbyterian Christian Educators an opportunity to think theologically about the teaching ministry of the church. It exposes educators to a variety of educational theories that informs pedagogical practices. Writing publishable, quality lesson plans, as well as…

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Dr. Karen-Marie Yust preaching in Newport News, VA

Dr. Karen-Marie Yust, Josiah P. and Anne Wilson Rowe Professor of Christian Education, will be preaching and leading worship at Denbigh United Presbyterian Church. Dr. Yust will incorporate songs and prayers from Iona spirituality in the service as part of the congregation’s focus on “communities of prayer” during a pastoral sabbatical period….

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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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Dean McFayden to Present on “Adult Attachment” at VCU

Dean McFayden will deliver a presentation on “Adult Attachment” to a Psychology of Aging class at Virginia Commonwealth University on November 13, 2018….

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Religious Education Theory and Practice

Led by Dr. Rebecca Davis May 13-June 17, 2025 Synchronous meetings are on Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Religious Education Theory and Practice provides Presbyterian Christian Educators an opportunity to think theologically about the teaching ministry of the church. It exposes educators to a variety of educational theories that informs pedagogical practices. Writing publishable, quality lesson plans, as well as…

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International peacemaker to discuss Syrian refugee crisis

…activities and is a noted authority on the church in the Middle East and the role of women. Since the outbreak of civil war in Syria, Mikhael has been interpreting the consequences of this global tragedy for the Syrian and Lebanese people, particularly the Christian communities, as she serves with the National Evangelical Synod of Syria and Lebanon. She is…

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Dr. McFayden to lead Workshop in Troy, OH

…8:30 A.M.-2:30 P.M., at First Presbyterian Church, Troy, will explore an alternative to this aimless drifting, looking at ways of understanding ways of intentionally moving and working through change. The workshop is sponsored by First Presbyterian Church, Troy, and the presbytery’s Committee on Ministry. The leader will be the Rev. Dr. Ken McFayden, Academic Dean, Union Presbyterian Theological Seminary and…

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Dr. Blount to deliver the second Lindsay Lecture at Warrenton Presbyterian Church

…Gospel of Mark and Revelation) and is an ordained Presbyterian Minister. He will preach at the 8:45 and 11:00 am services and lead a forum in the Fellowship Hall at 9:45 am on the Book of Revelation. The Lindsay Lectures are a celebration of the legacy of Lucy Lindsay and her commitment to excellent Christian Education at Warrenton Presbyterian Church….

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Seminary for a Day workshop “Polity Matters for Mission and Ministry” led by the Rev. Rhyne

Register for “Seminary for a Day” to attend this workshop led by the Rev. H. Carson Rhyne Polity Matters for Mission and Ministry Presbyterian polity (church government) is often thought of as rules and regulations that have to be followed. There is another way to look at our polity: as a way to do mission and ministry. Come and learn…

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The Christian Life, Pathways Online Course

…foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own spiritual lives and nurture opportunities for congregational ministry and leadership. Through assignments, online discussion, and class lectures, participants will engage in vital components of the Christian life. For more information or to register, click here….

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