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Online Course: Human Growth & Faith Development (for Christian Educator Certification)

…that is invigorated by teaching/learning the Bible. Dr. Kissel-Ito is a Presbyterian minister in the PC(USA). Course Description: This intensive course will explore historical and contemporary theories of human psychological and faith development. Participants will apply these theories to teaching people of all ages in the church. The course fulfills the requirements for coursework in this area for PC(USA) education…

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Pathways Online Course: Preaching

Led by: Dr. Rich Voelz Thursdays, April 25-May 30, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. ET Participants will consider the “why” of preaching and learn the “how” of basic elements of sermon preparation and delivery. The learning will then be put into practice by developing, delivering, and receiving feedback on a sermon preached in the context. Click here for more information or…

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Dr. Brisson to the teach on “The Gospel and Gospels: Jesus-Histories as Pastoral Theology”

…Associate Professor of Bible and Biblical Languages, will be teaching a 4 part series for the Gospel Book Club at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, Charlotte, North Carolina. This group meets on Sundays during Sunday School. 10/2 — Mark: This Way 10/9 — Matthew: Righteousness Revisited 10/16 — Luke: The Redemption of Time 10/23 — John: A light in Deep Darkness…

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Online Event: Virtual Clergy Self-Care Retreat

…January 30, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. EST. Participants will need an electronic device equipped with a reliable internet connection, built-in or external microphone, and a built-in or external webcam. Each registered participant will receive the link prior to the retreat. Leader bios: Rev. Kamal Hassan is a spiritual leader, educator and community servant. He currently serves as Head…

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Online Course: Proto-Womanist Thought

…needed. Courses are open to all, and no application is necessary. Interested participants will simply register for the courses, and participants can engage the courses without pursuing the program in its entirety. Each course will be capped at thirty (30) participants. Continuing education units (CEUs) will be awarded to those participants who complete the courses; however, no course grades or…

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Online Course: Womanist Ways of Worship

This is an online course is offered as part of the Womanist Leadership Institute, a program co-sponsored by The Katie Geneva Cannon Center for Womanist Leadership and the Leadership Institute of Union Presbyterian Seminary. This program is a series of online courses to promote and support Womanist scholarship and leadership within a continuing education and lifelong learning environment. Participants can…

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Pathways Online Course: The Christian Life

Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito Tuesdays, February 20-March 19, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. Eastern Time This course is designed to provide knowledge of Protestant perspectives on the Christian life. Participants will explore biblical and theological foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own…

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Online Course: This Womanist Work– Models of Womanist Leadership

…tenets, this course is a study in Black women’s leadership practices that integrate virtues of truth telling, wisdom-sharing, justice-seeking, and communal-centering. It clarifies the relationship among key concepts of leadership, authority, power, influence, citizenship, ethics, responsibility, accountability, and progress with particular attention to the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, and class. Through womanist strategies and tools, students will discover pathways…

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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….

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“Holy Spirit as Source of Hope and Empowerment for Life in Letters of Paul”

…on April 2nd. “Holy Spirit as Mission Director in Luke and Acts” on April 9th. “Holy Spirit as Paraclete in John’s Gospel” on April 23rd. “Holy Spirit as Source of Hope and Empowerment for Life in Letters of Paul” on April 30th. Dr. Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia….

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Dr. McFayden to lead four seminars at Trent Symposium in Roanoke, V.A. for Newly Ordained Pastors

…343-3659. The Kittye Susan Trent Symposium assists newly ordained pastors who show promise for one day leading larger congregations. The symposium assists the pastors in continuing to bridge the gap between seminary and congregation, exploring ways to put important theory into effective practice. Professors, experienced ministers, and qualified laypeople lead seminars in the context of a large, vibrant congregation. Dr….

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Pathways Online Course: The Christian Life

Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito Tuesdays, February 20-March 19, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. Eastern Time This course is designed to provide knowledge of Protestant perspectives on the Christian life. Participants will explore biblical and theological foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own…

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UPSem Alumni Reception in Pasadena, California!

Monte Vista Grove Homes 2889 San Pasqual St., Bungalow C-68 Pasadena, CA 91107 R.S.V.P. to Nicole Smith at alumni@upsem.edu or 804-278-4228…

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Pathways Online Course: The Christian Life

Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito Tuesdays, February 20-March 19, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. Eastern Time This course is designed to provide knowledge of Protestant perspectives on the Christian life. Participants will explore biblical and theological foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own…

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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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Pathways Online Course: The Christian Life

Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito Tuesdays, February 20-March 19, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. Eastern Time This course is designed to provide knowledge of Protestant perspectives on the Christian life. Participants will explore biblical and theological foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own…

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Memorial for Dr. Paul Walaskay

…husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Event location: Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond Campus, Watts Chapel Due to COVID restrictions and limited seating, a reservation is necessary for in-person attendees on a first-come-first-served basis. Registration closes August 27. Proof of coronavirus vaccination is required for all attendees and masks must be worn indoors. Watch online Program Register to attend in person…

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Dr. Paul Galbreath To Preach at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Victoria, BC

Dr. Paul Galbreath will preach at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Victoria, BC on Sunday, August 4th at the 10;30am service. Paul Galbreath is a professor of theology at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Charlotte….

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Pathways Online Course: The Christian Life

Led by: Dr. Cindy Kissel-Ito Tuesdays, February 20-March 19, 2024 | 7-9 p.m. Eastern Time This course is designed to provide knowledge of Protestant perspectives on the Christian life. Participants will explore biblical and theological foundations that shape an understanding of the Christian life. Reflection on focused experiences of spiritual practices will engage students in critical analysis of their own…

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“Holy Spirit as Paraclete in John’s Gospel”

…on April 2nd. “Holy Spirit as Mission Director in Luke and Acts” on April 9th. “Holy Spirit as Paraclete in John’s Gospel” on April 23rd. “Holy Spirit as Source of Hope and Empowerment for Life in Letters of Paul” on April 30th. Dr. Carroll is the Harriet Robertson Fitts Memorial Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia….

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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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Congregational Corner: I am your pastor, but this is MY body

…way the congregation says (ie. the way that particular parishioner wants). The hardest part of this is that as we strive to be professional and kind, we struggle to respond to these comments because we know that our thoughts are in no way appropriate, even if they are in response to an even more inappropriate comment. I am personally incredibly…

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