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Dr. Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty traveled to Brazil last Dr. Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty traveled to Brazil last week to attend the General Assembly of the Global Network of Theology and Religion. She presented on decolonizing public memory through the Reformed tradition, inviting colleagues to think beyond static commemorative projects,  toward living and dynamic monuments informed by the values of truth-telling, reconciliation, impermanence, reparations, and communal memory. 🌎💙
"For me, the gift of travel is less about accumula "For me, the gift of travel is less about accumulating meaningful experiences and more about allowing myself to be changed by what I cannot fully interpret yet."
- Rev. Claire George-Drumheller, M.Div.'12

From shared meals and worship to interfaith encounters and living history, our travel seminar to India was a deeply formative experience. Led by Dr. James Elisha Taneti and Dr. Sam Adams, the journey was shaped by generous partnership and meaningful learning. We’re grateful to the schools and faith communities who welcomed us with such care and joy. Visit the Syngman Rhee Global Mission Center page to read more reflections from our Winter '25 trip to India!
Registration is open for our annual Sprunt Lecture Registration is open for our annual Sprunt Lecture series! One of the longest-running theological lecture series in the country, Sprunt brings pastors, alumni, scholars, and neighbors together in Richmond each year for lectures, worship, conversation, and connection.

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You don’t have to be Presbyterian to belong here. You don’t have to be Presbyterian to belong here. We’re shaped by many traditions and one shared call. There’s room for you at UPSem.
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We paused this morning as the venerable monks on t We paused this morning as the venerable monks on the Walk for Peace passed by our Richmond campus, continuing their journey 💙

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Looking ahead takes clarity — and the right compan Looking ahead takes clarity — and the right companions. Join our virtual peer cohort on ecumenical transitional leadership, offered in partnership by @upseminary's Leadership Institute and @easternmennoniteseminary. 

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