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Webinar: La Dimensión Terapéutica del Ministerio Pastoral

Webinar: La Dimensión Terapéutica del Ministerio Pastoral

…una iglesia reciban una atención integral. Ese objetivo resulta particularmente pertinente en los tiempos actuales en los que los creyentes enfrentan fuertes temores ante la incertidumbre por el futuro cercano. En esta exposición se mostrarán algunos elementos terapéuticos de la laboral pastoral y su relevancia para una sana vida comunitaria. Among its many aspects, pastoral ministry entails a therapeutic component…

You are invited to join us for the 2023 Sprunt Lectures May 1-3, 2023 Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond Campus

You are invited to join us for the 2023 Sprunt Lectures May 1-3, 2023 Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond Campus

…policy leaders. She has participated in White House briefings in Washington D.C. to discuss issues related to economic policy, religious freedom, faith-based initiatives, human rights efforts, and peace building efforts around the world. She has been a guest political commentator on KERA/NPR, DFW/FOX News, and Huffpost Live on issues related to faith and politics. She has written for the New…

Sharing the Quiet: Strengthening Intergenerational Relationships

Sharing the Quiet: Strengthening Intergenerational Relationships

By Kamryn Sierra Olds and Reverend Dr. Patricia Turner-Olds (M.A.C.E., Union-PSCE ’05) Kamryn: Granny, there are times when I imagine what my grandparents were like when they were my age: what they thought about; how they lived, navigated and experienced life? Was it is sometimes challenging to communicate across different generations, because the things that connect us are sometimes still…

Congregational Corner: Take on, A New Perspective

Congregational Corner: Take on, A New Perspective

…tax collector and was wealthy.3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. 4 So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-figtree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. 5 When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I…

APCE 2018: Children first rather than adults?

APCE 2018: Children first rather than adults?

…church’s community to come into our church and then to consider whether our congregation is ready for outreach and the enfolding of children. We completed a questionnaire that was designed to tease out whether our church is ready to sacrifice some of its own comfort in order to welcome outsiders. The presenter than offered three challenges to consider in developing…

APCE 2018: What Bible stories do we tell?

APCE 2018: What Bible stories do we tell?

…to demonstrate reconciliation with humanity as they are welcomed back (“For God has given us the ministry of Reconciliation” 2 Cor.5:18). Outreach in the Community: The church in the community should engage in interfaith conversation with others to help maintain hospitality among members in the community through fun activities such as a friendship health walk, soccer, or Frisbee. Church members…

Started UPSem 2010: Rev. Charmaine Smith (MDiv 2017)

Started UPSem 2010: Rev. Charmaine Smith (MDiv 2017)

…led her to want to know more about the stories of God and God’s people she was teaching on Sundays. In wanting to know those stories better, she found Union Presbyterian Seminary Charlotte to be a comfortable fit and a friendly companion in the next chapter of her life. She recalls, “I chose Union because of three things: 1) Former…

Alt-right rally: Clergy cannot be absent

Alt-right rally: Clergy cannot be absent

…up with anyone. Jews, people of color, and a city were under attack. It is a fine starting place to read and study the Bible. It is excellent to be in a worshiping community. It is sensitive and favorable to hold vigils and pray. There are many, many times and places, however, to come out of our buildings and stand…

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

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

Members of the Union community who joined demonstrators protesting the August 12, 2017, white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, reflect on what they saw, heard, and learned amid the violent clashes. M.Div. student, Charlottesville resident, and University of Virginia graduate Gary Hatter looks back on the weeks since the rally. By Gary Hatter ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Inner voice #1: Why is this…

They were (are) heard!

They were (are) heard!

…using God as a compass to find “true north” and I thanked God for putting them in my life to be my compass. This past Sunday, the youth at Kirk of Kildaire were heard! I pray that they feel that and felt the love of the congregation embracing them. I pray that they know that they stood before a room…

The Class of 2021 shares UPSem memories

The Class of 2021 shares UPSem memories

…asked each of them to recount a favorite memory of their time at UPSem and to tell us what is coming up after commencement. Jillian Lincoln Gatewood (M.Div./MACE) Jillian Gatewood One of the many things that will stand out for me is my time during the travel seminar to Central America. I was able to go with four other classmates…

Pastor/Head of Staff–First Presbyterian Church of Ocala–Ocala, FL

Pastor/Head of Staff–First Presbyterian Church of Ocala–Ocala, FL

…ideas, try new things Guide the church in a fiscally sound manner Present ideas to committees for committee deliberation and decisions (move away from clergy-centered church) Coordinate monthly newsletter, weekly updates Manage conflicts Assist with stewardship Follow FPC Ocala’s Policies & Procedures Manual Please contact the Chairman of our Pastoral Nominating Committee, George Tomyn, at gtomyn2012@gmail.com, or self-refer on the…

2019 Graduates

…honor, and I will never forget her generosity. I plan to take time off to relax and reflect on my journey through seminary. Afterwards, I will be looking for a position where I can attempt to bridge the gap between the African-American community and other cultures. I will help to build the kind of “beloved community” that Dr. Martin Luther…

Alt-right rally: Praying for the enemy

Alt-right rally: Praying for the enemy

Members of the Union community who joined demonstrators protesting the August 12, 2017, white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, reflect on what they saw, heard, and learned amid the violent clashes. Alumnus Christopher Tweel (pictured at left with alumna Lana Heath de Martinez and Union library staff member Jay McNeal) is Associate Pastor for Christian Education at Grace Covenant Presbyterian…

Student spotlight: Pay attention to the “bread crumbs”

Student spotlight: Pay attention to the “bread crumbs”

…community development work in the Southside of Glasgow in Castlemilk. She spent a day each week in a church-founded carpenters workshop where community members come in and learn basic carpentry skills and share a meal together. “It rocked my notion of what church currently is and allowed me to see what church can be when we live out the Gospel…

Tricia Vesely: Finding Union, Handstands, and Hebrew

Tricia Vesely: Finding Union, Handstands, and Hebrew

…I’ll get comments from people asking where it is.” Some of the notable places that “handstand” out are the pyramids of Egypt and the Eiffel Tower. Her handstand skills come from her background in gymnastics and dance. She keeps them sharp by taking yoga, ballet, and a hand balance class. For Tricia Vesely, finding Union in 2005 helped her to…

Congregational Corner: You are invited!

Congregational Corner: You are invited!

…that grabs attention and makes this pastor very curious. This past weekend, a group of teenagers knocked on my door. The teens seemed genuinely excited about their church as they handed over a postcard and invited us – NOT to come to church – but to come get a bookbag filled with supplies for the year. They see a need…

Union to hold Seminary for a Day Sept 28

Union to hold Seminary for a Day Sept 28

…to the notion of race in America. In this workshop we will explore the church’s history of complicity and complacency as regards the social construct of race and the potential for reconciliation that Scripture offers. Further, we will explore why the work of reconciliation is not ancillary to, but fundamental for the ministry of the church in the world. Judaism…

Emeritus Professor Paul Walaskay dies

Emeritus Professor Paul Walaskay dies

…had announced his retirement. He spoke often and positively about his experiences in and his feelings about “my school.” A biblical scholar, Paul was also a gifted teacher. He combined his academic gifts and skills with his passion for music. A jazz pianist of considerable skill, he loved performing with the Royal Virginians Big Band. In his teaching, he combined…

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

…the two. The degree will enhance ministry competencies in areas such as proclamation, evangelism, education, interfaith relations, and community advocacy and engagement based on personal and vocational interests. Students will gain a deepened capacity for theological reflection on the practices of ministry, especially with respect to social justice and witness. Total tuition for this multi-year degree program is $10,000. Students…

Physical Change Leads to New Thinking: Walter W. Moore

Physical Change Leads to New Thinking: Walter W. Moore

W.W. Moore In 1898, Walter W. Moore presided over the removal of the Seminary from Hampden Sydney, Virginia to Richmond expressly so that students would encounter the urban complexities that Moore believed modern ministers needed to engage. It was during this era that the seeds of a new way of thinking, and a new theological undergirding for that thinking, took…

Media Contacts

The Communications Office is the point of entry for reporters seeking a faculty expert, commentary from a seminary spokesperson, assistance with our photo and video galleries, and all other media-related requests. AUTHORIZED SPOKESPERSONS President Jacqueline E. Lapsley and the media relations representative below are the only persons authorized to speak on behalf of Union Presbyterian Seminary. Barb Dodd Director of…

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Today, we had the opportunity to celebrate @clayma

Today, we had the opportunity to celebrate @claymacaulay and thank him for his eight years of service as our Alumni Director. Starting tomorrow, Clay will be serving as an interim pastor for @rrpc_rva and we could not be more excited for the next step in his journey with God!

It’s been a busy week campus…you can see highl

It’s been a busy week campus…you can see highlights of President Lapsley's inauguration at this quick video https://youtu.be/RHV43pEExOY
Or check out all the photos of the Sprunt Lectures, the symposium, and the inauguration on the UPSem FlickR account at
https://www.flickr.com/photos/upsem/albums

Congratulations to the first woman president of Un

Congratulations to the first woman president of Union Presbyterian Seminary, Dr. Jacqueline E. Lapsley! Enjoy this quick recap video of her inauguration on May 8 @upseminary and be sure to check out all the photos on the UPSem Flickr account!

Yesterday, the Richmond campus of @upseminary was

Yesterday, the Richmond campus of @upseminary was buzzing with excitement as President Jacq Lapsley led a symposium preceding her inauguration as the eighth president of UPSem. If you missed them, you can watch both of the events at https://www.youtube.com/@UPSem/streams

Today, May 8, is a historic day as the first woman

Today, May 8, is a historic day as the first woman is inaugurated as the eighth president of @upseminary ... congratulations to Dr. Jacqueline E. Lapsley and UPSem! The ceremony will be live-streamed on the UPSem YouTube channel or you can see it at https://youtube.com/live/0QH-etnEJ6w

The 2024 Sprunt Lectures are wrapping up this morn

The 2024 Sprunt Lectures are wrapping up this morning—the final worship service is at 11a with Rev.Dr. Craig Barnes as the preacher. Tune into the UPSem YouTube channel or visit https://bit.ly/SpruntLectures24 to watch the livestream! Here are a few photos from events on the Richmond Campus @upseminary...enjoy!

On Wed. at 2p, President Jacq Lapsley will join re

On Wed. at 2p, President Jacq Lapsley will join renowned scholars and pastors in a symposium preceding the inauguration ceremony. Do you have questions for the Symposium panel? Submit them via the link in bio.

Audio Visual is being set up by @lightingandsoundc

Audio Visual is being set up by @lightingandsoundco for President Lapsley's Inauguration! We are so excited to formally welcome her! If you are unable to attend in person, be sure to check out the livestream on our website and Youtube channel!