Dr. Carroll to Teach Workshop at Seminary for a Day

Dr. John T. Carroll will lead a workshop entitled “Images of Jesus in Other World Religions” at Seminary for a Day on September 28, 2019. Dr. John T. Carroll is Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

Dr. Carroll to Keynote for Presbytery of New Hope Pastors/Educators Retreat

Dr. John T. Carroll will be the keynote speaker for the Presbytery of New Hope 2019 Pastors/Educators Retreat. The retreat will take place at Trinity Center in Salter Path, NC, on October 14-16, 2019. Dr. John T. Carroll is Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

Living COVID While Black and George Floyd

…down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Rev. Dr. Angela S. Duncan is Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity at Virginia Commonwealth University.                     Top photo by Maria Oswalt on Unsplash …

The Bridge for Early Career Preachers

“Flip the Script” with John Vest at Mo-Ranch

John Vest, Visiting Professor of Evangelism at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Va will be the Keynote Speaker for the Youth Celebration at Mo-Ranch Assembly, TX, June 25 to 30, 2017. The title of his address is “Flip the Script”. …

Rooted 2:67 “Spiritual Self-Care Through Coaching”

Monthly dinner gathering of the Baptist House of Studies. Dr. David Peppler, Sr. will lead us in a time of discussion on Spiritual Self-Care Through Couching. …

Rooted 2:67 “Spiritual Self-Care Through Coaching”

Monthly dinner gathering of the Baptist House of Studies. Dr. David Peppler, Sr. will lead us in a discussion centered around Spiritual Self-Care through Coaching. …

Dr. Paul Galbreath to Deliver Lecture on Earth Care at First Presbyterian Church in Newport, Oregon

Dr. Paul Galbreath will deliver a lecture entitled “Earth Care and Christian Faith” at First Presbyterian Church in Newport, Oregon on Thursday, May 30th, at 3pm. Paul Galbreath is a professor of theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Charlotte. …

Lessons and Carols – Charlotte Chapel

Service of Lessons and Carols: All are welcomed to attend. (Please RSVP to Mary Ellen Vernon at mvernon@upsem.edu or 980-636-1661 if you plan to also eat lunch with us). …

Dr. Galbreath to Preach at Etowah Presbyterian Church (Etowah, North Carolina)

On Sunday, September 2, 2018, Etowah Presbyterian Church, Etowah, North Carolina, will welcome Dr. Paul Galbreath to its pulpit. Dr. Galbreath is Professor of Theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Charlotte. …

Dr. Carroll to keynote 2016 Poamn and Armss Conference

John T. Carroll, the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament, to deliver keynote addresses entitled “Gospel Portraits of the Disciples and Discipleship” and “People of the Spirit, People of Hope: The Vision of the Apostle Paul” for the conference of ARMSS (Association of Retired Ministers, Spouses and Survivors) and POAMN (Presbyterian Older Adult Ministry Network). …

Dr. Adams to preach on “Civility, Koinonia, and Our Current Cultural Moment,” in Wade North Carolina

On Sunday, September 23, 2018, Bluff Presbyterian Church, Wade, North Carolina, will welcome Dr. Sam Adams to its pulpit. This year is the 260th year since the Old Bluff Church’s founding in 1758. The date of the reunion is Sept. 23. Worship is at 11 a.m. followed by a covered dish lunch on the grounds. Dr. Samuel L. Adams, professor …

Dr. McFayden leading East Community Pastor Retreat in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina

On Sunday and Monday, August 13 and 14, 2017, Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden will be leading the East Community Pastors Retreat for the Presbytery of Coastal Carolina. He will be speaking on Stewardship: Biblical Perspectives and Better Practices. Dr. McFayden is the Academic Dean and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia. …

Dr. Blount to Preach at Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian in Cary, NC

President Blount will preach at the 8:45 and 11am services at Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church in Cary, NC on Sunday, February 17, 2019. 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. …

Dr. Galbreath to be the Worship Leader at the Presbyterians for Earth Care Conference

BLESSING THE WATERS OF LIFE: Justice and Healing for our Watersheds For information on registration Dr. Galbreath is Professor of Theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina. …

Paul Galbreath to Speak on “Starting with the Earth: Christian Perspectives on Earth Care”

Paul Galbreath will deliver a lecture entitled “Starting with the Earth: Christian Perspectives on Earth Care” at Valley Community Presbyterian Church, Portland, Oregon, at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, July 28th. …

Seminary for a Day workshop “Parables of Jesus” led by Dr. Carroll

Register for “Seminary for a Day” to attend this workshop led by Dr. John T. Carroll Parables of Jesus: Stories to Encourage and Challenge One of the signature features of Jesus’s teaching was his use of parables to communicate his message. This workshop will explore several of the parables, highlighting especially the way in which they leave decision and response …

Dean McFayden to Lead Retreat for Presbytery of Coastal Carolina

Dean Ken McFayden will serve as retreat leader for the Mission Cabinet and the Strategic Planning and Organizational Review Committee for the Presbytery of Coastal Carolina on September 13, 2019. Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden is Vice President for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean, Richmond Campus, and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development. …

Black Alumni Association Newsletter: February 2022

…academic freedom in higher education. However, now academic freedom is also being challenged and tenure is being denied or eliminated entirely in some states. The narrative will be the only thing allowed to be taught in institutions of higher education. I must ask the question, who is going to teach our children our story, for many of us have only …

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Travel Seminar: Witnessing for Freedom – Education & Advocacy as the Ongoing Work of Social Justice

The journey towards Civil Rights continues and requires systemic change. This travel seminar to Washington, DC, emphasizes contemporary efforts to promote Civil Rights and Social Justice. We will leave from Charlotte, NC, stop in Greensboro, NC, to explore the International Civil Rights Center and Museum, and spend an evening at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA, to examine the biblical …

Strange Bedfellows: South Africa and U.S.A.

…theaters with attractive venues for walking, hiking and biking. Very much unlike the flat sea level area where we travelers reside, juxtaposed against the beautiful beaches of Cape Town is the flat-topped Table Mountain that rises 3,563 feet above sea level. The mountain of slate and sandstone is home to vast varieties of flora and diverse fauna. I could not …