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Muslim refugee history to be discussed amid global immigration debate

…prosecution and sought refuge in the Christian kingdom of Abyssinia. In her presentation, Dr. Sayilgan will reflect on how this historical encounter can inform Christian-Muslim relations today in constructive ways, guiding people of faith in the current debate on immigration. Union Presbyterian Seminary’s annual Dawe Lecture series promotes ethical and religious understanding. It pays tribute to Dr. Donald and Mrs….

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Jimmie Hawkins, M.A.’86, Recognized as 2024 UPSem Distinguished Alum

…(USA) is built on both theological and biblical traditions,” according to Hawkins. He also emphasizes that advocacy is part of a faith walk, especially in issues surrounding justice. Hawkins is currently serving as an adjunct faculty member of UPSem for a course on Community Engaged Discipleship. He also has served three terms on the Seminary’s Board of Trustees. In 2022,…

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2023 African American Preaching Series

…racism. Kicking off the series by speaking about the systems that exist to “protect the greedy rather than the needy,” Rev. Graylan Hagler took us along the scenic route that compels us to adjust our lenses to see the path that God is leading us toward—a path that others cannot see and a path that leads to where God calls…

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Voelz Elected Academy of Homiletics’ 2025 President

Rich Voelz has been elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the Academy of Homiletics, and in 2025 will serve as President. The professional guild of more than 200 scholars represents a wide array of denominations. Over the past year, Voelz has been co-directing a grant studying diversity, equity, and inclusion in the teaching and research of the Academy’s…

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Looking…

…you want to find the best location for your area of interest, this is a great place to start; you can even compare locations. Click here to try for yourself! Finally, don’t underestimate the power of connections! Talk with Dorothee Tripodi & Susan Fox about parish placement or contact Clay Macaulay to connect with alums in your area. Sometimes it’s…

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Values

…person and should influence your actions (ethics) and determine your priorities (morals). You can have many values; some may be more important than others. This is why it is helpful to write down your values; seeing them on paper may assist you in prioritizing them. Before you begin budgeting, determining your values helps weed out unnecessary line items. Especially if…

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Seminary Luncheon at Massanetta Bible Conference

…Carroll led the daily Bible study for the conference, focusing on the parables of Jesus in Mark, Matthew, and Luke. Heather Woodworth Brannon, (M.Div.’19) preached for the Thursday morning worship at the Bible Conference, and was introduced at the luncheon. Heather received the First Presbyterian Church, Hammond, Louisiana, Award for Preaching and Worship. This award is given annually to a…

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A Prayer for Justice in the Everyday

…over a decade of professional experience working in a broad range of churches, non-profits, and volunteering to support local peace efforts. Emily and her husband, Travis, are new parents to their daughter, born in October 2021. When time (and sleep) allows, Emily also enjoys nature walks, poetry, spirituality, cooking, social time with friends and family, and exploring local food scenes….

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Transitions

So you’re preparing for a call… So you’re working (church or non-parish)… So you’re still looking for a job…  …

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History: Whose Story? Black Lives Matter! by Rev. William R. Freeman (M.Div.01)

This country, has never gotten over “The Negro Problem!” In many instances, Black people have been relegated to second and even third-class citizenry. Other ethnic minority groups have integrated into, and have become part of, the dominant majority! Why? Because their skins are not Black or Brown! Even today Union Seminary alumni have asked why the Black Alumni Association exists….

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