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Islamic Studies Scholar to Lead Dawe Lecture on March 14 at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Islamic Studies Scholar to Lead Dawe Lecture on March 14 at Union Presbyterian Seminary

…developments, Dr. Hadia Mubarak teaches courses on Islam, comparative scriptures, women and gender in the Muslim world. Dr. Mubarak also leads classes on the history of Islam in America and religious representation in popular culture at Queens University in Charlotte, NC. Mubarak received her master’s degree in Contemporary Arab Studies with a concentration in Women and Gender from Georgetown University. …

Symposium | What Are Seminaries For?

Symposium | What Are Seminaries For?

Join President Jacq Lapsley and five thought leaders and pastors for this lively panel discussion in Watts Chapel. Panel members include Eric Barreto, Kenda Dean, Gail Henderson-Belsito, Jessica Tate, and Rich Voelz. Learn more about the speakers or watch the livestream at https://www.upsem.edu/may8/ …

Complex Narratives of the Land

Complex Narratives of the Land

…of Christians in Palestine, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and the role of the university in Palestinian society. Despite the shrinking of their numbers, Christians have and continue to play an outsized role in variety of areas in Palestinian life. Through its emphasis on the arts and the culture, the university strives to strengthen the resilience of Palestinian communities. Their vision and …

From Galilee to the Dead Sea

From Galilee to the Dead Sea

…end my 31st year on this earth, I spent it with new and old friends and two of my favorite professors over a drink at Mikael Bar! Being at the Sea of Galilee has been a marvelous adventure for all. Tomorrow, we move to the final leg of our journey, to the city of Jerusalem. –Katie Carboni 1st year, MDiv/MAPT …

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings

…at Karnak Temple to finish out our evening. As we watched the lights against the temple walls, we heard the story of Egypt. It’s been a long day, and we have another early morning wakeup call. We just found out that tonight the time changes in Egypt, so it’s one less hour of sleep for us!! –Amber Casler Final level …

Mosques, Museums, and More

Mosques, Museums, and More

…to the Egyptian museum of Cairo, which is full of treasures, many that were from the pyramids, temples, and tombs we have seen over the last few days. It included many beautiful items from the tomb of King Tut as well as the Merneptah Stele. This stele holds the first mention of Israel in connection with Ancient Egypt. Safwat gave …

Mission & Vision

Mission & Vision

…technology, innovative and effective programs of theological education, grounded in the Reformed theological tradition, that inspire and empower learners for bold service to God’s Reign in the world through individual, congregational, and community ministries. We nurture increasingly diverse and inclusive learning communities for service in the world. We serve as a theological resource for church and society in partnership with …

Sabbath on the Red Sea

Sabbath on the Red Sea

…Ras Sidr in the Sinai Peninsula. En route we crossed under the Suez Canal by tunnel. Ras Sidr is on the Red Sea and we arrived in time to enjoy the beach for an hour or two before dinner. It was a wonderful experience of sabbath after a hectic week of travel and learning. –Melissa White M.Div / M.A.C.E. 2024 …

112th Year of Sprunt Lecture Series Brings Renowned African American Scholar-Authors to Union Presbyterian Seminary

112th Year of Sprunt Lecture Series Brings Renowned African American Scholar-Authors to Union Presbyterian Seminary

…by Dr. Gilbert, are free and open to the public. Registration is required. Dr. Day, a nationally recognized scholar, political commentator, and teacher, has a background in Afro-Pentecostalism. She is a fourth-generation preacher in the Church of God in Christ and a prolific author. The lecture theme will be “Undomesticated Faith: A Decolonial Theology of Spirit.” Dr. Day said, “What …

From Hermon to the Sea of Galilee

From Hermon to the Sea of Galilee

Today we were able to experience more connections with the biblical traditions. We went out to Caesarea Phillipi, which is located at the base of Mount Hermon. We read Psalms 42 and 133 while there, as they mention Mount Hermon. Experiencing that space, we came to better understand the reference to the “gates of Hades” in Matthew 16:13-21. In this …

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

…experiences are lifelong accumulations but the experiences are manifest fully only in their singular occurrences that cannot be appreciated to any great measure outside of them. So, suffice to say here that I could write pages and pages here in some vain attempt to elaborate on the ineffable. And then we had lunch. (Ask me later about Hezekiah’s Tunnel) –Lucius …

The Meaning of a True Pilgrim

The Meaning of a True Pilgrim

…frizzy hair from sweaty walks. We see people limping and dragging. And most strikingly, the eyes are matt and weary. It is the same look from different denominations, religions, and ethnicities. It is as if pilgrims think we are here to find something, but God in God’s mercy is helping us lose something instead. Alhamdulillah. –Elisabeth Chapin 3rd year, MDiv/MACE …

Duc in Altum

…the site, explained each mosaic carefully. She not only shared each artist’s intention behind their piece, but also her own interpretations that centered on the message that Jesus is always there for you. As impressive as it was to walk in the steps of Jesus, what really stood out to me was the living faith of the communities of I …

Joshua T. Morris Named Assistant Professor of Practical Theology

Joshua T. Morris Named Assistant Professor of Practical Theology

…American Academy of Religion, the Society for Intercultural Pastoral Care and Counseling, and the Pediatric Chaplains Network. He has received awards for excellence in academic, military, and hospital communities. Dr. Morris is married to Beth Morris. They are the proud parents of an eight-year-old son, Isaac, and a four-year-old daughter, Annette. Dr. Morris will be based on the Charlotte campus. …

Campus Covid Protocols – January 2023 (pdf)

Campus Covid Protocols – January 2023 (pdf)

This set of protocols will take effect on January 25, 2023. Amendments to these protocols will occur as pandemic conditions and CDC responses to those conditions change. …

Listening and Learning in Egypt

Listening and Learning in Egypt

…multipronged approach to addressing poverty, especially among women, children, and the disabled. Various directors shared their work in areas ranging from development to microfinance to agriculture to intercultural dialogue. Recently, CEOSS participated in writing and proposing legislation against hate speech that is now being considered by the Egyptian parliament. Of particular interest to our group was their 80/800 initiative …

Sunrise on Mount Sinai

Sunrise on Mount Sinai

…Julian of Saba described himself “making trod the untrod” desert. For many in our group, today also led to an understanding that a pilgrimage can be difficult. We started our climb at 1 a.m., hoping to reach the mountain’s summit by sunrise. Some of us walked; some of us rode camels part of the way. But what all of us …

Shalom Farms: An agricultural learning lab in Northside

Shalom Farms: An agricultural learning lab in Northside

Community Spotlight BY EMMA NORTH If you’ve strolled over to Union Presbyterian Seminary’s Westwood Track recently you may have noticed the honey bees buzzing and all of the vegetables growing nearby. Shalom Farms broke ground on its Northside farm last spring and this year is its first full growing year. This spring it grew cabbage, broccoli, kale, collards, carrots, and …

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Online Course: Pastoral Care (Pathways Online Course)

Online Course: Pastoral Care (Pathways Online Course)

…in a ministry of care. Topics covered in brief are listening, the role of self in a ministry of care, family systems theory, grief (and loss), the significance of ritual in pastoral care, and care as it relates to rites and sacraments in the life of the church. The course will include special focus on what care in a post-pandemic …

Online Course: Introduction to Pastoral Care (Pathways Online Course)

Online Course: Introduction to Pastoral Care (Pathways Online Course)

This is an online course that is open to all. This 6-week course includes weekly online class meetings, on Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. EST. In addition to the live class meetings, this course will include both reading and written assignments. Online Course Title: Introduction to Pastoral Care, Pathways Online Course Led by: Dr. Rubén Arjona, Assistant Professor …

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It's not too late to sign up for our Coffee Hour Q

It's not too late to sign up for our Coffee Hour Q&A with Admissions Directors Annie Arvin & Ashlee Anderson! Deadlines are around the corner- join them to ask any last minute questions before enrollment closes! Use the link below to sign up now:
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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.