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August 3, 2018

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Days of Counting

Miss Kitka scans the living room. She lifts her head and dampens the edges of the coach with her nose. She hesitates. There are so many hands at her eye level! Caught in a sort of trance, the entirety of her vision is overwhelmed with fingers folding, unfolding, aligning, re-folding, flattening, and finally cutting various hues of origami paper. Thankfully, my cat is more curious about the people than in tasting the paper scraps falling to the floor. (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Reflecting on Theatre, Rhythm, and Worship during Holy Week

“The stage is a place where the invisible can appear” (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Pretty Looking Road: Arts Practicum Showcase

Art by Sarah Amalia Holst created during a class meditation let by Amoke Kubat. (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Video of In Conversation with Craig wright and Dominic Papatola

On June 5 and 6, 2017 , United hosted In Conversation with Craig Wright and Dominic Papatola, both alumni of the seminary, who have gone on to incorporate their ministry into the arts, particularly theatre. Below is the full video of the conversation with Wright from June 5. (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Get excited for Conversations with Jimmy: Art by Jimmy Reagan

This fall, United Theological Seminary is delighted to host a retrospective of Jimmy Reagan’s early works and artwork from his most recent exploration of other materials. We invite you to come be part of the conversation! (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Press Release: Prominent Playwright/Screenwriter/Producer Joins Local Arts Writer in Conversation

Craig Wright and Dominic Papatola discuss the intersection of art and spirituality June 5 at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (more…)

August 3, 2018

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How to Make Writing a Meaningful Spiritual Practice

Every morning, Pam Wynn sets a timer for 20 minutes, pulls out her journal and her favorite pen, lights a candle, and writes. "It's a ritual," she says. Pam is a poet and Adjunct Professor of Writing, Poetry, and Theological Interpretation at United. "Like liturgy, ritual is an ancient way to connect to the divine. Writing as a ritual reduces anxiety, promotes self-confidence, and increases one's sense of empowerment." Pam teaches online workshops about writing--specifically journal writing--as a spiritual practice (including one that is being offered this spring through United). Below, she shares some of her best tips for getting started with a regular writing practice. (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Music Makes Community

If you happened to be walking down the halls of United on Saturday, January 21st, you probably heard a lot of singing. That's because more than 40 people from around the Twin Cities and across the upper Midwest gathered for a day-long interfaith "Music That Makes Community" workshop. Facilitated by director Paul Vasile and local musician Conie Borchardt, the event explored the practice of teaching paperless singing. The group learned new skills for leading community songs to enrich their communities' worship life, and reflected on strategies for cultivating participatory singing and liturgy. (more…)

August 3, 2018

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Explore Theology and the Arts This Spring

This semester, United is offering some engaging opportunities to explore the intersection between theology and the arts! Perfect for pastors, artists, and community members alike, this is your chance to bring artistic expression and learning to your ministry and spiritual practice. (more…)