Playology Event – Experiencing God through the Art of Play

…is the Associate for Youth for the Presbytery of Western North Carolina with a particular emphasis in the field of Recreation Ministry. She is enjoying being “GG” to their 3 granddaughters! Beth spends time hiking these woods, discovering the best trails for wildflowers and bringing people together over meals.   Deb Guess lives in western North Carolina and appreciates all …

Union Seminary honors lives lost to COVID-19

To set the tone for his inauguration the next day, President-elect Joe Biden led a memorial to remember and honor the lives lost to COVID-19 with church-bell ringings and light shows across the country January 19, 2021. Union Presbyterian Seminary participated by tolling bells and displaying illuminated lanterns on its Richmond and Charlotte campuses. Written on the lanterns were the …

The Word of History

By Rev. Dr. Audrey Todd (Union PSCE, M.Div., M.A.C.E ’10) Life has a toll. Life on edge. Living with hypersensitivity. Living life under suspicion. One’s humanity never affirmed. Always having to prove oneself. Living life with one’s hands up to prove one’s innocence. Trauma to the soul. Living small so as not to offend. Living as though one needs permission. …

Dr. Frances Taylor Gench Leading SC5 Minister/Educator Retreat “When the Bible Raises Your Blood Pressure: Faithful Wrestling with Challenging Texts”

…directly, with the expectation that we may encounter the living God in our conversation with them. It will provide the opportunity to wrestle with such texts, to consider interpretive strategies for engaging them with integrity, and to reflect on the authority of Scripture. Frances Taylor Gench is leading this retreat for the ministers and educators of the South Carolina Presbyteries …

Brian’s Fall Preaching Schedule

Date Location Sept 15, 2022 10 am Westminster Canterbury, Richmond, VA Sept 18, 2022 11 am Fondren Presbyterian Church, Jackson, Mississippi Sept 24, 2022 11 am First Presbyterian, Hilton Head Island, SC Oct 16, 2022 11 am Carver Memorial Pres., Newport News, VA Oct 26, 2022 Seminary Richmond Chapel Nov 5, 2022 Seminary Charlotte Chapel Nov 6, 2022 11 am …

Brian Blount Event Schedule

Sunday, Aug 28, 10 am Second Presbyterian church, 214 Mountain Ave NW, Roanoke VA Thursday, Sept 15, 10 am Westminster Canterbury, 1600 Westbrook Ave., Richmond VA Sunday, Sept 18, 11 am Fondren Presbyterian Church, Jackson, MS Sunday, Sept 24, 11 am First Presbyterian Hilton Head, SC Sunday, Oct 16, 11 am Carver Memorial Presbyterian, 830 25h St. Newport News VA …

2019 Sprunt Lectures

…Q&A: “Social Justice in the Shadow of the Apocalypse” held in Lake Chapel.   Join us afterward for the Closing Worship and Lunch.   See the full schedule here and follow the conversation on Facebook.   Alumni: $55 BAA Member: $40 (Alumni Lunch on 5/7 is paid for with dues) Friend: $55 Faculty/Staff: $55 Student: Free Spouse: $55     …

Dr. Gench to Teach “Christian Faith and Practice: Living in Relationship with Scripture” at The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church

Dr. Frances Taylor Gench will teach a two-part adult Sunday School class at The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church in Washington, DC, entitled “Christian Faith and Practice: Living in Relationship with Scripture” on Sundays February 24 and March 3. Dr. Gench is the Herbert Worth and Annie H. Jackson Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Union Presbyterian Seminary. …

International peacemaker to discuss Syrian refugee crisis

…the Syrian conflict began in 2011, according to the Presbyterian Mission. Mikhael has first-hand knowledge of the church’s response to this crisis through advocacy and humanitarian aid. Mikhael recently served as president of the Near East School of Theology in Beirut, the first woman to serve in this capacity in any seminary in the Middle East. A Presbyterian, born to …

Remembering Elizabeth Apperson Ramsey (1924-2016)

…the children, and the church.“ Ramsey earned a Bachelor of Science in education from the University of South Alabama as well as a Master of Education in elementary education from Virginia Commonwealth University. Prior to coming to PSCE, Ramsey taught in Henrico County Public Schools in Virginia. In 1961, she was named the assistant principal of Maybeury Elementary School. Ramsey …

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. …

Lead Pastor–United Church of Beloit–Beloit, WI

…described in the above sections of the position description, as time and availability permits. • Pastors affiliated with the PCUSA may apply through the PCUSA Church Leadership Connection portal at https://clc.pcusa.org/login • Pastors affiliated with the NACCC may apply through the NACCC portal at https://www.naccc.org/resources/pastoral-search/ • Pastors from other denominations may also create an account and apply through the NACCC …

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Congratulations to Alumna Rev. Dr. Angela Sims (Ph.D.’08), Newly Inaugurated President of Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School

…Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School upon the Inauguration of President Rev. Dr. Angela D. Sims on September 29, 2020 By Dr. Rebecca Davis* Madam President, distinguished faculty, noted trustees, valued alumni and treasured staff, thank you for the privilege of being a part of this significant moment in the life of Colgate-Rochester-Crozer Divinity School. God has summoned, and you have …

Introducing Our New Students

…and shut-in and bringing them monthly communion. He and his wife, Caryl, teach financial freedom strategies at the church. He was drawn to UPSem because of the diversity of cultural and ecumenical experiences. He has been delighted by the open community involvement, especially our partnership with Shalom Farms. Jillian Lincoln came from the farthest away to attend UPSem—she’s originally from …

Central America Travel Seminar: The War Years

…getting to know new ones better. Before we embarked for Oscar Romero’s Tomb at the Metropolitan Cathedral, we sat and immersed ourselves in the story of our bus driver, Carlos. He told us about the war years (1980-1992) and what he experienced in his adolescence. During that time he often had to hide from the El Salvadorian Military that was …

Started UPSem 2005: Rev. Noe Juarez-Loayza (MDiv 2010)

…MACE) The following is part of a series of 20 profiles that represent each year that Charlotte has been enrolling students. Director of Intercultural Education The Puriyninchik Association Covadonga, Peru Born in Peru and proudly connected to his Quechua indigenous community, Rev. Noe Juarez- Loayza (MDiv 2010) moved to the United States in 2003 to live near his wife’s family. …

What a Difference a Gift Makes!

…giftee. I had just graduated from college and returned home to my parents’ farm in Georgia. Although, I had applied to receive a fellowship for graduate studies in Philadelphia, and had filed an application for a teaching position in the local school system. I had not received a letter of acceptance from either. I really wanted to pursue further study …

Passion to help veterans guided Charlie Pratt to ministry

While serving in the Navy in 2005, alumnus Charlie Pratt passed out free makeup to women at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait during Easter. Military exchanges on the bases carried basics for men, but almost nothing for women. “I learned what a blow wearing the same drab colored uniform day in and day out could be for the women I served …

“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”. …

“The Changing Landscape of Religious Leadership” To Be Delivered by Ken McFayden at 2019 Pastor’s School

Dean McFayden will present a lecture entitled “The Changing Landscape of Religious Leadership” as part of his participation in the 2019 Pastor’s School of Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Foundation in Okoboji, Iowa on May 13-16, 2019. Dr. Ken McFayden is Academic Dean of the Richmond campus and Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development. …