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Black Alumni Association Newsletter: February 2022

…come too far! When Lord? BY REV. DR. ANGELA DUNCAN UNION-PSCE M.Div 2003 Habbakuk 1:1- 4 (NRSV) 1 The oracle that the prophet Habakkuk saw. The Prophet’s Complaint 2 O Lord, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not listen? Or cry to you “Violence!” and you will not save? 3 Why do you make me see…

A look back at 2016 in pictures

…they most concerned to address? Do they experience “worship wars”? What might they teach us about practicing our faith? We documented what we learned on our blog. May Middle East Travel Seminar: Students, faculty, alums, and friends of UPSem traveled to Egypt, Jordan, and Israel/Palestine. We visited museums, churches, mosques, synagogues, and important archeological sites belonging to the world of…

Middle East Travel Seminar: Sacred ground above the Dead Sea

…with us. We had an uneventful border crossing into Israel and now have another stamp in our passports. We crossed at Eliat and stopped at a nearby kibbutz to enjoy the “world’s best ice cream” which was in fact quite delicious. Our journey continued from the northernmost tip of the Red Sea along the coast of the southern half of…

APCE 2018: What Bible stories do we tell?

…For Jesus ever said: “I was a stranger and you welcomed me’ Matt. 25:35c.” Therefore we need to be vigilant with strangers through hospitality. What follows are some of the ideas for hospitality suggested by the workshop leader. ROOTS OF HOSPITALITY: Welcoming Site: A 21st century church must be ready and committed to welcoming first-time visitors. Ushers must be properly…

Hurricane Harvey: A small picture of how horrible it is

…Houston area. There is a lull right now but we are told that the waters will rise again as some of the bayous and dams north of us are let out in order to release the pressure on them. My family and I are fine. Our daughter did evacuate as the streets to the area of her home were impassible…

Central America Travel Seminar: “Power is for the people”

…beautiful day driving through the green countryside up the mountains of El Salvador on the way to Chalatenango to visit the memorial site of the Maryknoll sisters. We had a stop by the mayor’s office where we learned that the town San Antonio Los Ranchos has 100 percent literacy. The people in the town are highly conscientious. There are clean…

Central America Travel Seminar: Buzzing over Guatemalan coffee and a volcano 🌋

…clergy who were allowed to remain and practice in the country. There were only a dozen Franciscans here at the time and in 1900 they appealed to the Pope to ask for more help. In 1922 volunteers from Spain came to Guatemala to join the dozen Franciscans. They still had to come in secret, so at the border, a few…

Order of Service

Do Shin Park: Experiencing Two Worlds

…have to dig into the context as well as the text in order to fulfill my pastoral duty properly and faithfully. Third, I see a high respect for ‘diversity’ here. The emphasis on ‘inclusive’ language was the first thing I learned during the international student orientation. I do not know much of other seminaries and churches, but at least UPSem…

Ghana Travel Seminar: Time for church!

…couldn’t imagine what they would do with all that time until I realized that in order to speak to everyone gathered, the three scripture texts would be read in four languages — three distinct Ghanaian tongues plus English. The sermon would also follow this pattern. Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? Acts…

Gems for the Journey: Keep Playing Even When You’re Hurt

…and if it is genuine faith, testing and trials develop its persistence. God tests us in order that He might produce patience in our lives. It is patience which will make you a full grown Christian, but how does God produce patience in you? You will never become patient by simply trying it; but neither will the Holy Spirit place…

Hispanic Summer Program

…all members of our community a unique opportunity to connect with a national, scholarly community that seeks to build the next generation of Latinx theological leaders. To learn more about the HSP visit www.hispanicsummerprogram.org. To learn more about how you can participate as a member of the Union Presbyterian Seminary community, speak to our HSP Board representative, Dr. Rubén Arjona….

Consortium marks 50th anniversary with renewed commitment to strengthen theological education

…come from diverse personal and professional backgrounds, but share a common quest — to uniquely and authentically answer their call to Christian ministry. Learn more at www.vuu.edu/theology Baptist in heritage, ecumenical in nature, inclusive in outlook, Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond provides advanced theological education and training for effective leadership in the various ministries of the church for those men…

President’s Top Five

…witness. Let’s consider (in no particular order) why.   Faculty Speakers Bureau   One: They are available. To your church and to your organization. Do you have folks who want to think more biblically, reason more theologically, educate more credibly, practice the faith more pastorally and prophetically? Well, have I got a resource for you! The UPSem faculty. You say…

Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership

The Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership at Union Presbyterian Seminary recognizes the significance of centering Black women’s scholarship as viable sources and resources for theological education. The Center serves as a site of participatory learning for scholars, students, clergy, laity, and community leaders.   Contact Information: Union Presbyterian Seminary 3401 Brook Road Richmond, VA 23227…

Employment

…and providing financial support to the onsite café managed by the Food Service Manager. The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in student accounting procedures, expertise in financial accounting, and a strong understanding of international students’ financial matters. Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to Robert Washington, Controller at rwashington@upsem.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until…

Accreditation

…Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website. Union Presbyterian Seminary’s accreditation was reaffirmed by the SACS Commission on Colleges in December 2022 for a period of ten years, until 2032. Union Presbyterian Seminary’s accreditation was reaffirmed by the ATS Commission on…

Womanist Leadership Institute Online Courses

…open, Course Descriptions and Leader Bios may be accessed on the registration website. When a course capacity is reached, a waiting list will be started. 2023-2024 online courses offered: (Elective) Reproductive Justice (Elective) Introduction to Africana Religions (Core Course) Womanist Theology: A Primer (Elective) Global Womanisms and Perspectives: Inventing Women and Subverting Gender in the African Sphere   2022-2023 online…

Pathways Online Courses

Pathways Online Course Program Pathways Online Courses are offered to provide educational preparation toward leading a congregation as a Commissioned Ruling Elder (CRE) or Commissioned Lay Pastor (CLP). Courses are open to all, and one does not need to be working toward becoming a CRE or CLP in order to participate. Courses aim to enhance knowledge and discipleship, and each…