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Readings from “Writing Our Way Out: Memoirs from Jail”

“Writing Our Way Out: Memoirs from Jail” by David Coogan, associate professor of English and co-director of the Open Minds Program at Virginia Commonwealth University, explores racial conditions, economic traps, and turning points on the path to imprisonment in modern America. William Smith Morton Library will host a series of readings featuring Coogan, Naji Mujahid, Tony Martin, and Stanley Craddock,…

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Parables of Jesus

Led by Dr. John Carroll Wednesdays | April 17-May 15 | 7:00-8:45 p.m. (Eastern Time) To register, click here. One of the signature features of Jesus’ teaching was His use of parables to communicate His message. What is a parable? What are the distinctive themes in Jesus’ parables? How does each Gospel focus central themes in its narrative about Jesus…

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CBF Campus Day

Join the CBFVA staff and Susan Blanchard for campus worship and community lunch. A time for prospective students and pastors to experience UPSem, take a tour of campus, and meet our Baptist students. Also, this is a great opportunity for our students to network with pastors in the CBF VA ecosystem. Please RSVP to sblanchard@upsem.edu…

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14th Annual Inter-Seminary Ultimate Disc Tournament at UPSem

Travel to Richmond for food, fun, and fellowship with your seminary neighbors as we compete for the coveted Ezekiel’s Wheel trophy. As you may know, Ezekiel’s Wheel has been handed down to ultimate disc champions for the last, well, let’s just say it’s been a while. We anticipate a pool play format wherein each team will play a minimum of…

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Alumni Luncheon – Massanetta Springs Bible Conference

…registered for the Bible or Church Music Conferences. For those not registered, tickets are only $12 at the door. Dr. John T. Carroll will be our guest speaker at the luncheon. Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament. His lecture will be on “Jesus and the Other Abrahamic Faiths: Common Ground and Sticking Points.” REGISTER NOW…

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Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation Student Ambassadors

2023-2024 Academic Year By Erin Mills The Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation welcomes four new Student Ambassadors for the 2023-2024 academic year. CSJR Student Ambassador fellowships are awarded to degree-seeking students in the M.Div., M.A.C.E., M.A.P.T., and dual-degree programs at Union Presbyterian Seminary who demonstrate strong interest in the work of the CSJR and a commitment to social justice…

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Dr. Sadler to preach in Winston-Salem, NC

On Sunday, March 26, Parkway United Church of Christ will welcome Dr. Rodney S. Sadler as the worship leader. Dr. Sadler is Associate Professor of Bible at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina.  …

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Dr. Yust speaking on “Following God into the Future” at Manakin Episcopal Church

Dr. Karen-Marie Yust will lead an Adult Forum Session on “Following God into the Future” at Manakin Episcopal Church, Midlothian, Virginia, on Sunday, October 22, 2017. She will explore how science fiction often sets the tone for our visions of the future, either by depicting how technological advances will improve human life or threaten human survival. She will explore our…

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Dr. Yust to teach on “Global Christianity”

…is an adult education class and it meets from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. The course will explore how Christians worship and live out their faith around the globe, including such diverse places as Ghana, Sweden, Venezuela, Malta, and England. Dr. Yust is is the Josiah P. and Anne Wilson Rowe Professor of Christian Education at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond campus….

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Dr. Gench to lead a workshop at NEXT Church in Kansas City, MO

Dr. Frances Taylor Gench will lead a workshop on “Encountering God in Tyrannical Texts: Helping Congregations Wrestle with Biblical Authority” at the 2017 National Gathering of NEXT Church in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Gench is the Herbert Worth and Annie H. Jackson Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA….

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Dr. Vest to co-produce the Progressive Youth Ministry Conference at Montreat

Visiting Assistant Professor of Evangelism at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia, Dr. John Vest, is co-producer, host and workshop leader for this year’s annual Progressive Youth Conference.  …

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Dr. McFayden to preach in Cleveland, Ohio

On Sunday, September 10, 2017, The Church of the Covenant, Cleveland, Ohio, will welcome Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden to its pulpit. He will be preaching at the 10:00 am worship service. Dr. McFayden is the Academic Dean and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA….

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Dr. Karen-Marie Yust teaching at St. John’s UCC, Richmond

Technological advances and globalization mean Christians today live out our faith in a rapidly changing world. It can be difficult to know when to hold on to the past, how to make good choices in the present, and what to expect in the future. Join Dr. Yust for the last of a three-week series, “Following God into the Future”….

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Dr. Skreslet to serve as panelist at the Centennial Meeting of the Eastern Fellowship of Professors of Mission

Dr. Stan Skreslet will serve as a panelist on the past and future of mission studies at the Centennial Meeting of the Eastern Fellowship of Professors of Mission, held October 27-28 at the Maryknoll Mission Institute, Ossining, NY. Dr. Skreselet is the F.S. Royster Professor of Christian Mission at Union Presbyterian Seminary….

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Dr. McFayden to lead Officer Retreat in Cleveland, Ohio

On Friday and Saturday, September 8-9, 2017, The Church of the Covenant, will welcome Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden to lead their Strategic Planning Officer Retreat. Dr. McFayden is the Academic Dean and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia….

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Dr. Voelz to be on a panel exploring Grief, Stillbirth and Pastoral Care

Sunday, July 9th, 2-3:15pm, a panel including Rich Voelz will discuss “Grieving the Loss of Small Souls: Reproductive and Early Parent Loss” at the General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Voelz is Assistant Professor of Preaching and Worship at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia….

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The Rev. Dr. Parker to speak on healing history, honoring heritage, renewing hope

On March 18, 2017, the Rev. Dr. Paula Owens Parker will be speaking at the Prayer Conference at Christ Episcopal Church in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The program focuses on the importance of addressing generational trauma. She is the author of Roots Matter, Healing History, Honoring Heritage, Renewing Hope. Dr. Parker, adjunct professor of Spiritual Formation at Union Presbyterian Seminary (Richmond, VA),…

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Dr. Brisson to speak on “Random Acts of Kindness or Unfailing Chesed?”

Dr. E. Carson Brisson, Associate Professor of Bible and Biblical Languages, will be the guest speaker at Selwyn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, North Carolina….

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Seminary for a Day workshop “Musical Resources for Pastoral Care Ministry” led by Dr. Schweitzer

…rest in our hymn choices and other personal preferences? What is neuroscience saying about the power of music to heal? These and other questions will be the focus of our time spent together. Carol is Associate Professor of Pastoral Care at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA. For workshop descriptions, click here. To register for Seminary for a Day, click here….

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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)….

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Seminary for a Day workshop “Praying the Lord’s Prayer with Theologians” led by Dr. DeVries

…diverse ways in which theologians through the ages have explained the meaning of each part of the prayer. This is a chance to deepen your appreciation for one of the treasures of Christian practice. Dawn is the John Newton Thomas Professor of Systematic Theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA. For workshop descriptions, click here. To register for Seminary for…

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Dr. McFayden is the Plenary Speaker at the Associations of Mid-Council Leaders and of Stated Clerks (PCUSA)

On Friday and Saturday, October 13 and 14, 2017, Dr. Kenneth J. McFayden is the Plenary Speaker and Workshop Leader at the Association of Mid-Council Leaders and Association of Stated Clerks meeting in St. Louis , MO. Dr. McFayden is the Academic Dean and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia….

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