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SUMMARY:Theology and the Arts Lunch with Dale Dobias (’89)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Theology and the Arts Lunch of 2026 featuring Dale Dobias (’89)\, an alum and former staff member. Dale\, the artist and curator of the on-campus exhibit titled “Re: assembled — An Offering\,” will be joining us to talk about his art practice in mini collage and guide attendees in creating their own. \nJoin us onsite in The Intersection or click here to join via Zoom. > \n\nQuestions? Contact Sheryl Schwyhart.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/theology-and-the-arts-lunch-with-dale-dobias/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheryl Schwyhart":MAILTO:sheryl.schwyhart@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibit — "Re: assembled — An Offering"
DESCRIPTION:United is thrilled to be hosting an exhibit by Dale Dobias (’89)\, an alum and former staff member\, titled “Re: assembled — An Offering.” The exhibit\, available for viewing in the center of United’s campus\, will be available from January 12 through February 27\, 2026. \nOn Friday\, February 13\, a reception was held with Dale on campus. 
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/art-exhibit-re-assembled-an-offering/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Arts and Theology,Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheryl Schwyhart":MAILTO:sheryl.schwyhart@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:Book Launch—Playing the Game: Embodied Brilliance beyond the Moral Limits of Race in Sport
DESCRIPTION:Join us at United or through Zoom on Wednesday\, November 19\, when Rev. Dr. Gary F. Green\, II will officially launch his significant new book—Playing the Game: Embodied Brilliance beyond the Moral Limits of Race in Sport. Dr. Green is United’s associate professor of Pastoral Theology and Social Transformation and director of Racial Intelligence Systems. \nFortress Press\, which published the book on November 4\, 2025\, notes that Playing the Game investigates racial and ethical intersections in cultural misinterpretations of US Black athleticism. It also shows how Black athletes expose white supremacy’s colonizing logic and the story it tells of a post-racial society. \nThe book applies womanist theological ethics and theologies of embodied spirituality to three exemplars—Marshawn Lynch\, Steph Curry\, and Deion Sanders. These men epitomize the play of racial politics surrounding Black male athlete depictions as “beast.” All three are celebrated public figures who illustrate\, and then frustrate\, cultural attempts to flatten the Black athlete’s embodied brilliance based on moral rationalities that reflect a racist history. A group of panelists will help illuminate more themes in Dr. Green’s new publication\, and the author will field questions at the end of the event. \nThis event is generously sponsored by RBC Wealth Management.  \n \n  \nPanelists\n\n\n\n\nDr. Lakisha R. Lockhart-Rusch is a womanist play facilitator and innovative educator who teaches at Union Presbyterian Seminary in the area of Christian education. Her most recent book is titled\, Doing Theological Double Dutch: A Womanist Pedagogy of Play.\n\n\n\n\nCJ Ham\, #30\, is a fullback for the Minnesota Vikings\, where he has been a starter since 2017. Off the field\, he takes pride in giving back. In 2024\, the Vikings selected CJ as their Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee. \n\n\n\n\n\nTamice Spencer-Helms is both a United student and staff member. While pursuing their DMin in Social Transformation\, Tamice is also serving as one of United’s amazing admissions counselors. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nRegister for this free event in the form below.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/playing-the-game-book-launch/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gary F. Green II":MAILTO:ggreen@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:Queer and Trans Theology Salon
DESCRIPTION:Join us onsite on Wednesday\, October 29\, for conversation\, dialogue\, and connection with others. Trans and queer academics\, clergy\, students\, and community members are all welcome; no preparation is necessary\, and this event is free. Light refreshments will be served. \nUnited’s Leadership Center for Social Justice and its Social Transformation Program sponsor these events. \nWHEN\nWednesday\, October 29\n4:00 – 6:00 PM\n \nWHERE\nUnited Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, the Common Area\n767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\nSaint Paul\, MN  55114 \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/queer-trans-theology-salon-october-2025/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Leadership Center for Social Justice,Social Transformation Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:United Days: Interpreting Texts for the Liberation and Flourishing of Our World
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow United alums and students\, faculty\, and staff for United Days. This year’s two-day homecoming event is themed “Interpreting Texts for the Liberation and Flourishing of Our World.” Drawing on the Hebrew Bible\, we will experience new ways to think about leadership in our current landscape. Together\, we will engage questions such as: \nWhat does it mean to be a neighbor?\nHow do biblical texts provide liberation stories?\nHow might liberation stories restore our souls?\nWhat is the liberative power of art? \n \nIn our exploration of these questions\, we will invite the texts to direct us as we work toward the transformation of our human and ecological world. Leaders of faith communities will be challenged to envision their call in new ways. We will also seek liberation and flourishing in musical texts\, specifically in the lyrics of Prince\, in our Friday morning plenary session. \nThis year’s United Days is being supported by the Gustafson Lectureship in New Testament Studies. Established in honor of Rev. Dr. Henry A. Gustafson\, Professor Emeritus of the New Testament (1968–1989)\, Henry was a lifelong teacher and student of the New Testament. His excitement about the scriptures was infectious among his students and churchgoers who attended his Adult Education classes. His fine mind and gentle manner made him easily accessible to students and colleagues alike. Everyone who knew him had a “Henry Gustafson story.” Henry was a graduate of Yale Divinity School in New Haven and earned his PhD at the University of Chicago. \nCEUs are available for all plenary sessions for interested attendees. Keep scrolling for more information on our speakers and registration. \n\nSpeakers\n \nDr. Jennifer Maidrand is United’s visiting assistant professor of Bible\, Culture\, and Interpretation\, supported by the Louisville Institute. A scholar\, educator\, and activist\, Maidrand holds a PhD in Bible and Cultures and an MA in Theological Studies with an emphasis on Religion and Ecology from Drew University. This summer\, she spent several weeks in Palestine-Israel researching how biblical interpretation shapes contested landscapes. She has served with Global Ministries (UCC) in Palestine and has valuable experience providing education and advocacy related to the Middle East to diverse churches across the US. Maidrand is a member of the UCC and is committed to fostering interfaith and intercultural community education around sacred texts\, the earth\, and social justice. \nDr. Kenneth Ngwa\, this year’s Gustafson lecturer\, is the Donald J. Casper Professor of Hebrew Bible and African Biblical Hermeneutics and director of the Religion and Global Health Forum at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston\, IL. Dr. Ngwa holds a Master of Theology degree from the Protestant University of Central Africa in Cameroon\, as well as a ThM and PhD from Princeton Theological Seminary. A native of Cameroon\, his bilingual and multicultural upbringing colors his perspective on African identities in the world. “For me\,” Ngwa observes\, “multiplicity is the starting point for a shared life of faith\, hope\, justice-work\, ecological sustainability\, research\, teaching\, empathy\, curiosity\, dreaming\, health/healing\, worship\, and all that makes life both tender and fragile\, but also deeply cherished and durable.” \nDr. Pamela (Ayo) Yetunde\, JD\, MA\, ThD\, is a pastoral counselor in private practice\, an author\, and a speaker. She is the author of Dearly Beloved Prince\, Spirituality and This Thing Called Life\, a book inspired by the Theology of Prince Project she led while a professor at United. Ayo is also the co-director for the Black Buddhism Faculty Project at the Center for Culture\, Society\, and Religion at Princeton University.   \n\nSchedule\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025 \n\n\n\n8:30 AM   \nRegistration/Gathering/Coffee\n\n\n9:15 AM   \nOpening Worship\n\n\n10:15 AM   \nCoffee Break\n\n\n10:50 AM   \nWelcome by President Molly T. Marshall\n\n\n11:00 AM   \nGustafson Lecture: “A Daughter’s Perspective on Liberation: A Dialogical Reading of Matthew 15:21-28” by Dr. Kenneth Ngwa\n\n\n12:00 PM   \n\nLunch\nJoin classmates and meet new people for over lunch table conversations.  \n\n\n\n1:15 PM   \nPlenary Session: “Terrestrial Interpretation: Earthly Readings in Times of Crisis” by Dr. Jennifer Maidrand\n\n\n2:15 PM   \nBreak\n\n\n2:45 PM   \nGustafson Lecture: “Dreaming Up Ministries of Liberation and Flourishing: Reflections on Psalm 126” by Dr. Kenneth Ngwa\n\n\n5:30 PM   \nReception at Town and Country\n\n\n\n6:00 PM   \nBanquet at Town and Country\nSit with alums from your class and meet newer generations of alums at the banquet. Includes presentation of the 2025 Spirit of United and Distinguished Alum Awards\, recognition of our Bossard-Ward Society Members\, and updates from President Molly T. Marshall.\n\n\n\n\n  \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025 \n\n\n\n8:30 AM   \nGathering and Coffee\n\n\n9:30 AM   \nPlenary Session: “Becoming Public Theologians from the Inside Out: Prince and How United Makes a Mark in This World” with Dr. Pamela (Ayo) Yetunde\, facilitated by Rev. Dr. Gary F. Green II\n\n\n11:00 AM   \nSongs of Prince and Sweet Treats\n\n\n11:30 AM   \nDepart\n\n\n\n  \n\nRegistration Details\nEarly registration has been extended through October 8. \nSpace is limited. If you intend to register for the banquet or lunch\, we must receive your request by October 16. Onsite registrations (with no food) will close on October 21. We will not be able to accommodate late registrations. If you have food allergies\, please contact Andrew Fox at afox@unitedseminary.edu. We also have limited scholarships available. If you are unable to cover your registration costs\, please contact Rev. Dr. Cindi Beth Johnson at cbjohnson@unitedseminary.edu.  \nNote: For attendees who are coming from afar\, United has secured a 10 percent discount at Delta Hotels Minneapolis Northeast\, a Marriott property located north/northwest of United\, steps from vibrant restaurants\, breweries\, and galleries. Visit Delta Hotel’s Preferred Client Reservation Link to check availability. \nUnited has also arranged for a discount at the Hampton Inn & Suites University Area\, a hotel much closer to United. To access the discount\, visit Hampton’s Booking Link and use Group Code LHHT27. \n  \n\n\n\nGeneral Attendees\nEarly Registration \nby October 8\nRegular Registration \nby October 16\n\n\n\nBoth Days\nincludes lunch and banquet \n\n$90\n$125\n\n\nBanquet Only\n$45\n$45\n\n\n\nDistance Only\nnot in-person \n\n$20\n$20\n\n\nFriday Only\n$15\n$25\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nUnited Students\nmust register with United email\n\nEarly Registration \nby October 8\nRegular Registration \nby October 16\n\n\n\nBoth Days\nincludes lunch and banquet \n\n$55\n$70\n\n\nPlenaries and Lunch\nno banquet\n$15\n$15\n\n\nPlenaries\, no Lunch\nFree\nregistration required\nFree\nregistration required\n\n\nDistance Only\nnot in-person\nFree\nregistration required\nFree\nregistration required\n\n\nFriday Only\nFree\nregistration required\nFree\nregistration required\n\n\n\nAble to do more?\nConsider adding a gift of $63 for the United Fund in honor of United’s 63rd year as a seminary. The United Fund provides the seminary with unrestricted operating funds. If you are interested in making a gift of a different size\, click here for our Give page. \nNote: We are aware of and working quickly to resolve an intermittent issue with our form vendor. If you experience any difficulties registering\, please wait a couple of minutes and refresh the page. If you still encounter a problem\, contact Andrew Fox at afox@unitedseminary.edu\, and he will ensure you are registered. We regret any inconvenience. \n \n \n \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/united-days-2025/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gustafson Lectureship in New Testament Studies,United Days
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Bingen Buck":MAILTO:jbuck@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:2025 Hawkinson Award Ceremony and Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership Center for Social Justice at United is delighted to invite you to the 2025 Hawkinson Award Ceremony and Gala! The event takes place at United on Friday\, October 10\, 2025\, starting at 6:00 PM CT. There is also an option to participate online. Join us for an evening of festivities to celebrate our 2025 Hawkinson Scholars and recipients of the Hawkinson Honorary Award. Together\, we will honor Rev. Vince Hawkinson’s peace and justice legacy and the Hawkinson Fund for Peace and Justice’s powerful impact over 36 years.  \nDuring the event\, we are delighted to be welcoming Kavyesh Kaviraj\, an acclaimed jazz pianist\, composer\, and arranger from Oman. Since moving to Minneapolis in 2016\, Kaviraj has been enjoying opportunities to perform for his growing fan base. He is also an adjunct faculty member at St. Thomas University\, where he teaches jazz piano. \nBefore the program starts\, we will host a reception. Arrive early to enjoy light appetizers and beverages\, music\, artwork\, and a silent auction. If you have any questions\, please contact Grace Pennings Guenthner at hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu.  \n\nMeet Our 2025 Honorary Awardees\n\n\n\n\n\nLyn and John Pegg\nEver since Lyn and John Pegg met in New York City in 1963\, their shared dedication to peace and justice has sustained their work and life. John was in the Marine Corp at the time and growing disillusioned with the inhumanity of war\, and Lyn had her college degree and was working in a lab. \nTheir life took a turn in the 1970s when John attended Hartford Seminary (now Hartford International University for Religion and Peace) and accepted a call to a UCC church in upstate New York. Lyn began organizing to promote women’s rights. In the mid-1980s\, the Peggs moved from the East Coast to accept a call at Peace UCC in Duluth\, Minnesota—a church that prioritizes peace and justice work. \nWhile there\, Lyn worked as a manager of a social service agency and created an interfaith anti-racism organization. In addition to pastoring\, John became a leader of the local Veterans for Peace chapter. The couple has also led dozens of delegations to Latin American countries to draw attention to how U.S. foreign policy and corporate practices have adversely affected their lives.“Collective activism for justice\,” the Peggs note\, “is both effective and sustainable—and gives us hope.” \n\n\n\n\n\nThom and Diane Haines\nThom and Diane Haines were deeply affected by the horrors of the Vietnam War. They both protested and advocated for peace during this time\, and it shaped their collective commitment to justice. Diane describes taking to the street in protest as “a vital piece of the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger.” \nLike John\, Thom served as a parish pastor for an ELCA church. For most of his career\, however\, he was an assistant county attorney in Carver County\, Minnesota. Diane has been a social worker for decades\, most recently as a mental health case manager in Scott County\, Minnesota. \nIn the late 1980s and into the 1990s\, Thom and Diane traveled to Guatemala\, where they learned about forces of oppression and the role that US policy has played. In 2013\, they were executive producers of a powerful documentary— Gold Fever—that contrasts nature-reverent Indigenous spirituality with the predatory capitalism of gold mining companies. The Haines’ experiences in Guatemala\, as well as Honduras\, Mexico\, El Salvador\, Sri Lanka\, Colombia\, Haiti\, and the Philippines\, also heightened their passion for helping marginalized communities and working to ameliorate the plight of migrants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\nNote: We are aware of and working quickly to resolve an intermittent issue with our form vendor. If you experience any difficulties registering\, please wait a couple of minutes and refresh the page. If you still encounter a problem\, contact Andrew Fox at afox@unitedseminary.edu\, and he will ensure you are registered. We regret any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/2025-hawkinson-award-ceremony-and-gala/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice
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SUMMARY:Sacred Spaces as Social Enterprise: Managing Resources for Financial Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Many faith communities are facing a financial crisis due to dwindling membership and reduced giving. By taking a Social Enterprise perspective\, faith leaders can discover new ways to stabilize finances and enhance their mission. This free 60-minute seminar\, led by Dr. J. Howard “Jim” Kucher\, an adjunct professor of Social Entrepreneurship at United\, will introduce you to some of the concepts needed to begin the journey. \nAlso an associate professor of Social Innovation at the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Maryland\, Baltimore\, Jim is an award-winning teacher and internationally recognized thought leader in social entrepreneurship. He is the lead author of Social Entrepreneurship: A Practice-Based Approach to Social Innovation\, published in 2022 by Edward Elgar Publishers. Jim also works as a consultant to leading and emerging social benefit initiatives to help them improve outcomes and increase sustainable revenues. He has successfully secured more than $70 million in working capital on behalf of mission-oriented enterprises and helped more than 100 area nonprofits and social enterprises develop new models for meeting their constituents’ needs while increasing their organization’s sustainability.  \nJim holds a doctorate in Public Administration with a concentration in Social Entrepreneurship and an MBA with an Entrepreneurship specialization from The University of Baltimore. He has also earned certification as a project management professional and a new product development professional. He has been recognized as a Baltimore Renaissance Seed Scholar\, an Unsung Hero of Small Business\, and a Fulbright Specialist Scholar in Social Entrepreneurship. His current research explores the field of economic theology and its practical application in faith-based social enterprise. \nThis event is being hosted at United and online; for those attending onsite\, please be advised that Dr. Kucher will be appearing via video. We hope you can join us in person or on Zoom for this free and unique educational offering.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/sacred-spaces-as-social-enterprise/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Demian Wheeler":MAILTO:dwheeler@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:2025 Fall Convocation
DESCRIPTION:United’s 2025 Fall Convocation will include a formal celebration of United’s newly established Wilson Yates Chair of Theology and the Arts. Our speaker will be the chair’s namesake\, Rev. Dr. Wilson Yates (President Emeritus & Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Religion\, Society\, and the Arts\, 1967–2005). \nWilson has made significant and lasting contributions to the life of United as well as the field of theology and the arts. He has expanded and deepened the connection between imagination\, creativity\, and theology as expressed through the arts\, all of which have been at the core of United’s academic ethos for decades. The establishment of the Wilson Yates Chair of Theology and the Arts was made possible by a group of generous donors\, including alums\, current and former faculty\, staff\, and trustees\, as well as those whose lives and vocations Wilson has impacted. Their gifts support\, in perpetuity\, the centrality of the arts at United as a core pillar of the seminary’s educational experience. \nThis free event will take place on Thursday\, September 25\, at 12:15 PM CT. Happening onsite and online\, Fall Convocation is always free and open to the public. Please park on the south side of the CASE building (767 Eustis St.\, St. Paul\, MN 55114). Need directions? Click here > \nDirect any questions to Jen Bingen Buck at jbuck@unitedseminary.edu or 651-255-6162. \nDeadline: Please register by Tuesday\, September 23\, 2025. \nNote: We are aware of and working quickly to resolve an intermittent issue with our form vendor. If you experience any difficulties registering\, please wait a couple of minutes and refresh the page. If you still encounter a problem\, contact Andrew Fox at afox@unitedseminary.edu\, and he will ensure you are registered. We regret any inconvenience. \n\n \n \n \n\n \nPhoto by James Butler. Used with permission from Hennepin Avenue UMC.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/fall-2025-convocation/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convocation,Theology and the Arts Program
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SUMMARY:Spirit of Water: A Celebration with Mississippi River
DESCRIPTION:Join us July 25–26\, 2025\, for a celebration with Mississippi River! Together\, we will connect\, learn\, pray\, engage\, play\, celebrate\, and honor the spirit of water. This year’s event will take place over two days! \nOn Friday\, July 25\, we are meeting at United’s campus (or online) from 3:00–5:30 PM CT for an educational afternoon and evening. Afternoon workshops will focus on water protection\, ecological justice\, and more. After the sessions\, we will offer a light dinner for participants. \nIn the evening\, starting at 7:00 PM\, we will hear from two scientists and Anishinaabeg leaders in climate justice work: Leanna Goose\, a co-facilitator of the Rise & Repair Coalition and 2024 Storyteller\, and Dawn Goodwin\, co-founder of R.I.S.E. Coalition. They will speak about issues related to climate justice\, water protection\, and Indigenous water rights. \nFriday\, July 25 | 3:00–8:30 PM\nUnited Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\n767 N Eustis St\, #140\, St. Paul\, MN 55114 \n2:30–3:00 PM — Arrival / Check-In / Tech Support \n3:00–3:15 PM — Welcome & Opening Remarks – Spirit of Water organizers\nOrientation to workshops and locations \n3:15–4:15 PM — Workshop Session I (concurrent workshops) \nPaula Maccabee (WaterLegacy)\n“Protecting Water from Toxic Sulfide Mining: Advocacy & Action” \nJames Birr & Carmen Carruthers (Citizens Utility Board of MN)\n“Decarbonizing Your Home: Electrification 101” \nMitch Nelson (Pastor and 2020 United Alum)\n“Christian Spiritual Ecology” \n4:15–4:30 PM — Break (15 minutes) \n4:30–5:30 PM — Workshop Session II (concurrent workshops) \nLindsay Potter (Nukewatch)\n“Nuclear Greenwashing – Protecting Our Clean Water\, Air\, and Land and Demanding Community EmPOWERment” \nKaden Colten (United Student)\n“Water\, Disability\, & Community Care” \nEmily Meyer (The Ministry Lab and 2009 United alum)\n“Woven Together: Watersheds\, Spiritual Communities\, and Resilience”\n\n5:45–7:00 PM — Light Dinner for Participants\n\n7:00–8:30 — Lecture and Discussion with Leanna Goose\, a co-facilitator of the Rise & Repair Coalition and 2024 Storyteller\, and Dawn Goodwin\, co-founder of R.I.S.E. Coalition\n______________________________________\n\nOn Saturday\, July 26\, we will meet at Hidden Falls Regional Park in St. Paul from 1:00–5:00 PM. While there\, we and our partners will host a community celebration that features speakers\, music\, booths\, food\, art\, and play areas. \nSaturday\, July 26 | 1:00–5:00 PM\nHidden Falls Regional Park \n1:00–1:15 PM — Opening Welcome \n1:15–1:30 PM — Orientation to the Celebration\nOverview of the afternoon and introduction to the booths.\nInvitation to explore\, participate\, and connect throughout the day. \n1:30–2:00 PM — Music Set #1: Eòin Small (Part 1) \n2:00–2:10 PM — Campaign Update: Friends of the BWCA \n2:10–2:30 PM — Music Set #1: Eòin Small (Part 2) \n2:30–2:45 PM — Artist Reflection: Sandy Spieler \n2:45–3:05 PM — Water Movement Workshop: Emily Jarrett Hughes \n3:05–3:20 PM — Campaign Update: Nukewatch / Nuclear-Free Mississippi \n3:20–3:40 PM — Community Voices: R.I.S.E. Coalition \n3:40–4:10 PM — Music Set #2: Sunni Leilani (Part 1) \n4:10–4:20 PM — Campaign Update: Tamarack Water Alliance \n4:20–4:40 PM — Music Set #2: Sunni Leilani (Part 2) \n4:40–4:50 PM — Collective Gratitude \n4:50–5:00 PM — Closing Circle \nThese partners are co-presenting the event: \n\nResilient Indigenous Sisters Engaging (R.I.S.E. Coalition)\nMinnesota Interfaith Power and Light\nFriends of the Mississippi River\n\nNow in its third year\, this event is designed to highlight the care and responsibility involved in protecting and sharing valuable water resources\, like Mississippi River. Too often\, infrastructure and institutions hide our water resources. Our focus centers on themes of gratitude\, celebration\, unity\, coming together\, the commonality of water as a presence in our life\, reverence\, respect\, and honor for our water and all that is sacred. \nPlease register for this event in the form below! \n 
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/spirit-of-water-2025/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu
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SUMMARY:United Gathering at the Annual Meeting of the Minnesota Conference UCC
DESCRIPTION:For those who will be attending the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Minnesota Conference UCC June 13–14\, 2025 at the College of St. Benedict\, in St. Joseph\, Minnesota\, we invite all United alums and friends to a reception on Friday\, June 13\, 4:00–5:30 PM CT at O’Connell’s Student Lounge in the Haehn Campus Center. Reconnect with each other\, visit with our president\, Rev. Dr. Molly T. Marshall\, and celebrate all that has been and will be.\n\nGathering of United Alums and Friends\nFriday\, June 13\, 4:00–5:30 PM CT\nO’Connell’s Student Lounge\, in the Haehn Campus Center\n\nTo attend\, you must register for the Annual Meeting by May 30. Once you are registered\, please RSVP for the reception below.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/united-gathering-at-the-annual-meeting-of-the-minnesota-conference-ucc-2/
LOCATION:College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University\, 37 S. College Avenue\, St. Joseph\, MN\, 56374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advancement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T210428Z
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SUMMARY:Justice and Joy: Empowering Religious Support for Trans Lives
DESCRIPTION:In a time when trans lives are under direct attack\, LGBTQ leaders are pushing back and inviting more allies to speak up about our religious identity. Join other people of faith at United—on May 30\, 2025\, starting at 9:00 AM—to learn how to lift your voice effectively in large and small ways that are authentic to your beliefs and tradition. We are delighted to share that we will be hearing from many important voices in this discussion\, including Rabbi Arielle Lekach-Rosenberg\, Rabbi Heather Renetzky\, Rev. T. Michael Rock\, Rev. Nora Elliott (’17)\, Rev. Karen Hutt\, Dallas Rising\, Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis\, Rep. Leigh Finke\, Rev. Oby Ballinger\, Justin Lewandowski\, Seth Anderson-Matz (’24)\, Rev. Dr. Ry Siggelkow\, Allison Connelly-Vetter\, Chelsea Boyden (’25)\, and Rev. Dr. Rebecca Voelkel (’13). \nWe will remember what our traditions teach about affirming diverse genders. Then we will learn practical ways to take action at the legislature\, in public forums\, and with our faith communities. There will also be plenty of opportunities for networking and celebrating with others whose faith calls them to work for trans liberation. \nHere’s the schedule for the day: \n\n\n\n9:00 AM\n\nOpening Ritual/Workshop\n\n\n9:30 AM\n\nWelcome\n\n\n9:40 AM\n\nOpening Address: Why We Are Here\n\n\n10:20 AM\n\nBreak\n\n\n10:30 AM\n\nFaith-based Small Groups\n\n\n11:30 AM\n\nReconnect and Share\n\n\n12:00 PM\n\nLunch\n\n\n1:00 PM\n\n  \n\n\nHow-to Workshop \n\nCreating an Op-Ed/Communications\nConnecting with Elected Officials\nOrganizing Your Family or Faith Community\nCreating a Trans-Inclusive Ministry Setting\n\n\n\n\n1:45 PM\n\nHow-to-Workshop\n\n\n2:30–3:00 PM\n\nClosing and Next Steps\n\n\n\n  \nAfter the day’s activities\, join us for Queer Prom. The fun happens at SpringHouse Ministry Center in Minneapolis starting at 7:00 PM. This event is sponsored by United’s Social Transformation program and Leadership Center for Social Justice\, Prism Organizing Network\, Creekside United Church of Christ\, and the Center for Sustainable Social Justice at Lyndale UCC. \nTo sign up for the Justice and Joy and/or the Queer Prom\, please fill out the Google Form linked below. \nAccess the Google Form >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/justice-and-joy/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice,Social Transformation Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250310T183505Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Cohort Graduation and Showcase | Leadership Center for Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership Center for Social Justice at United invites you to join us onsite or online from 6:00 to 8:00 PM CT on Thursday\, May 22\, to celebrate the graduation of the Center’s 2024–2025 Cohort and experience a showcase of members’ transformational projects. \nThroughout this nine-month program\, each student has committed time to sensing and discerning what is happening in their community and congregation. From that perspective\, they worked to build a social justice ministry project that is concrete and contextual to their community and its needs. This graduation and showcase is an opportunity to learn more about projects the students have worked on and to celebrate them for their intentional and important work. \nRegistration is free! Direct any questions to Stella Pearce: spearce@unitedseminary.edu \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/lcsj-2025-cohort-graduation/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:spearce@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T131500
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250318T160137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T195743Z
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SUMMARY:United Methodist (UMC) Gathering at United
DESCRIPTION:Note: Registration for this event is closed. \nYou are invited to a United Methodist (UMC) gathering at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities on Wednesday\, May 21\, 2025\, happening onsite and online. This is an auspicious opportunity to gather in community\, participate in worship\, honor three of United’s UMC elders\, and share lunch. Our preacher for worship will be Rev. Gloria Roach Thomas (’98)\, featured in United’s Fall 2024 Issue of VOICES. During lunch\, we will ask how United can support you\, and offer a brief update on United’s work. \nUnited and the Minnesota Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church have a dynamic relationship\, realized daily through the work of alums and friends. In roles that include pastoral ministry\, conference leadership\, chaplaincy\, volunteers\, and academia\, there are many ways in which we are tied closely together. \nUnited’s formal institutional connection to the MN Conference of the UMC has deep foundations\, particularly in and through the leadership of three beloved former members of United’s faculty. As part of our gathering\, we will honor these UMC elders in the United community: \n\nRev. Dr. Christie Cozad Neuger (’80)\, Professor Emerita of Pastoral Counseling and Pastoral Theology (1992–2005)\nRev. Martha Postlethwaite\, Chaplain and Professor of Spiritual Formation (1992–2014)\nRev. Dr. Wilson Yates\, President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Religion\, Society\, and the Arts (1967–2005)\n\nWe’re also delighted to share the names of our Event Hosts: \nRev. Marva Jean Hutchens* (’80)\nRev. Kenton V. Johnson (’78)\nRev. Sally Howell Johnson (’95)\nRev. Robert Kopp (’06)\n\nRev. MaryAnne Korsch* (’16)\nJudy Lange*\nRev. Elizabeth Macaulay (’99)\nRev. Katie Matson-Daley (’19)\nRev. Michelle Miller (’06)\nRev. Ruth Phelps (’85) \n  \n*denotes member of the event planning committee \nRegistration for this event is now closed. \n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n11:00 AM\n\nGathering Time and Tour of Space (Optional)\n\n\n11:30 AM\n\n Chapel • Onsite and Online\n\n\n12:00 PM\n\nHonoring United’s Institutional UMC Elders • Onsite and Online\n\n\n12:15 PM\n\nLunch and Conversation • Onsite\n\n\n1:15 PM\n\nSending Forth • Onsite\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/umc-gathering-at-united/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advancement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindi Beth Johnson":MAILTO:cbjohnson@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250402T210011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T210320Z
UID:10000078-1746036000-1746039600@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Explore United: Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:The decision to pursue a seminary degree involves a process of reflection and discernment. \nJoin United faculty\, staff\, and current students for an interactive Zoom conversation on Wednesday\, April 30\, starting at 6:00 PM. As part of this event\, you will have the opportunity to experience Zoom as a tool for distance learning and get clear answers to all your questions about United. Click here to register. > \nSchedule\n\nExplore what academic programs\, student life\, and vocational planning look like at United;\nInterview current students about their experience of flexibility and community;\nEngage in a faculty Q&A about how they build community and relationships with students;\nExplore the next steps in the Admissions and Financial Aid process!\n\nQuestions? Contact Admissions at admissions@unitedseminary.edu or 651-255-6119.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/explore-united-april2025-6pm/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T164225Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Commencement
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the\n63rd Commencement Exercises\nof United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\nSunday\, April 27\, 2025 • 3:00 PM CT\nPlymouth Congregational Church\, Minneapolis\n\nCommencement Address\nSource: Union Theological Seminary \nRev. John J. Thatamanil\, PhD—Professor of Theology & World Religions and Director of the Insight Project: Theology & Natural World at Union Theological Seminary—will serve as our 63rd Commencement speaker. Rev. Dr. Thatamanil teaches a wide variety of courses in the areas of comparative theology\, theologies of religious diversity\, Hindu-Christian dialogue\, the theology of Paul Tillich\, the theory of religion\, process theology\, and eco-theology. He is committed to the work of comparative theology—a theology that learns from and with a variety of traditions. A central question that drives his work is\, “How can Christian communities come to see religious diversity as a promise rather than as a problem?” He is also committed to Dzogchen meditation and includes time for meditation in virtually all of his courses at Union. \nHis first book is an exercise in constructive comparative theology. The Immanent Divine: God\, Creation\, and the Human Predicament. An East-West Conversation (Fortress Press\, 2006) provides the foundation for a nondualist Christian theology worked out through a conversation between Paul Tillich and Sankara\, the master teacher of the Hindu tradition of Advaita Vedanta. \nCircling the Elephant: A Comparative Theology of Religious Diversity (Fordham University Press\, 2020)\, Professor Thatamanil’s second book\, takes up the recent and extensive literature on the Western construction/invention of the category “religion” with the following questions in mind: If “religion” is a relatively recent invention of the modern West\, then is the category applicable to non-Western cultures and traditions? Can we really divide the world up into a set of discrete world religions? Does it still make sense to ask if the world’s “religions” are paths up the same mountain or paths up different mountains? How should theologies of religious diversity be reconfigured in light of these new questions and challenges? \nA third book\, provisionally titled Desiring Truth: Comparative Theology and the Quest for Interreligious Wisdom\, is in the works. This book begins by interrogating our troubling post-truth moment: just how did we get here? Taking up an argument made by the late Foucault\, Thatamanil argues that the answer partly lies in the modern commitment to separating desiring from knowing in the name of objectivity. By contrast\, Buddhist and Hindu traditions insist that without rectifying our desires\, there is no possibility of coming to the right knowing and genuine wisdom. Thatamanil turns to comparative theology as a resource for addressing a contemporary context rife with misinformation\, conspiracy theories\, and “alternative facts.” \nProfessor Thatamanil is a past president of the North American Paul Tillich Society (NAPTS) and the founding (and current) Chair of the American Academy of Religion’s Theological Education Committee. He is a frequent preacher and lecturer in churches\, colleges\, and universities\, both nationally and internationally. He also co-edits (with Dr. Loye Ashton) the “Comparative Theology: Thinking Across Traditions” book series for Fordham University Press. He blogs regularly for a variety of online publications and has published editorials in The Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post. \nGathering\nCommencement will be available in a hybrid format. Whether you intend to participate onsite or online\, please sign up at the link below. Those who register to attend online will receive program and livestream links via email before the event. Those who attend onsite are invited to stay after to chat with our graduates at a reception. \nQuestions? Contact Jen Bingen Buck via email or phone at 651-255-6162. \n\nRegistration
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/2025-commencement/
LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs,Commencement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T150000
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SUMMARY:2025 Arts Praxis Showcase: Nexus
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Arts Praxis showcase event on Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\, from 1:00–3:00 PM CT in United’s chapel and online. The Arts Praxis exhibit\, titled “Nexus\,” will be on display in the United gallery. The artists will each briefly present their work\, and they include Leah Eichmiller\, Tyrone Fowlkes\, Tierany Lyons\, Megan Maki\, Emily McKown\, Walken Schweigert\, and Amy Zucker Morgenstern. Light refreshments will be provided. \n\nPlease register so we can prepare for our guests! If you will be joining us online\, please access the showcase here. >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/2025-arts-praxis-showcase-nexus/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Theology,Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman":MAILTO:jawesfreeman@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T195457Z
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SUMMARY:Embodying Solidarity with Indigenous People by Becoming Kin
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Twin Cities Repair Community for Makoce Ikikcupi (Dakota Land Recovery)\, Sarah Augustine will present a lecture\, “Embodying Solidarity with Indigenous People by Becoming Kin\,” on Friday evening\, April 4\, 7:00–8:30 PM at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. This hybrid talk is open to the public at no charge; doors open at 6:15 PM. Sarah is the executive director of the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery. She is Tewa (Pueblo)\, and is leading a national and international movement for justice for Indigenous peoples.  \nSarah\, who is an author and activist\, calls everyday Christians to organize alongside Indigenous land and water protectors\, and to direct our life energy toward dismantling the Christian Doctrine of Discovery—the basis for U.S. and international laws and policies that uphold colonization and remove Indigenous Peoples from their lands still today. Sarah’s voice is a prophetic one for these times\, speaking from her perspectives as an Indigenous woman and activist\, an “internally displaced” person\, a trained sociologist and systems thinker\, and a Mennonite Christian. Come listen\, learn\, and join this movement for cultural and structural change. \nNOTE: As of April 4\, we no longer have any onsite registrations available due to space limitations. Please register to attend online. Thank you! \nRegistration
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/embodying-solidarity-with-indigenous-people-by-becoming-kin/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs,Admissions,Social Transformation Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250313T125930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T172037Z
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SUMMARY:“Obedient to…”—An Exhibition of Metal Work and Fiber Art
DESCRIPTION:When artistic alums Doug Abbott (’10) and Sheryl Schwyhart (’20) first met at the lunch table at United ten years ago\, neither could have foreseen how a friendship would be forged around theology\, art\, and personal struggle. It is fitting that in this time of Lent\, a period of reflection and seeking to “see differently\,” they would collaborate to bring an exhibition out of persistence and faith.  \nJoin us onsite or online at the Arts Lunch on April 1 at 12:15 PM for a conversation about their process for creating “Obedient to…”—An Exhibition of Metal Work and Fiber Art. \nNOTE: The password is Awes-Freem \nJoin Us Via Zoom >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/obedient-to-an-exhibition-of-metal-work-and-fiber-art/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs,Admissions,Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman":MAILTO:jawesfreeman@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
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SUMMARY:Book Launch—Trans Biblical: New Approaches to Interpretation and Embodiment in Scripture
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Trans Biblical: New Approaches to Interpretation and Embodiment in Scripture\, a new collection of wide-ranging essays published by Westminster John Knox. The book explores key issues animating trans-biblical interpretation from a variety of angles and emphases. Contributors\, who represent a range of gender identities\, answer the question—“What makes a biblical reading trans\, or a trans reading biblical?”—in diverse and exciting ways. They also promote new ways of thinking about gender variation in the ancient world while more sensitively and critically addressing ongoing debates about gender and embodiment.  \nSeveral editors (including United’s adjunct faculty\, Melissa Harl Sellew\, ThD\, along with Dr. Joseph A. Marchal and Dr. Katy Valentine) and contributors (including United’s core faculty\, Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia Tanis) will offer brief remarks about the book\, with a response by MA student Elliott Barnhill. Those who attend in person can enjoy light refreshments. \nRegister below to join us onsite or online.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/book-launch-trans-biblical/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs,Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T002844Z
UID:10000063-1740510000-1740517200@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:The Enneagram: An Invitation to Explore with Ahshua Bolton
DESCRIPTION:The Enneagram\, long established as a useful and transformative tool for understanding self and others\, offers a lifetime of discovery. Uniquely organized into Nine Personality Types\, the Enneagram promotes three principles: \n\nThe first Enneagram principle is to understand ourselves\, by Personality Type\, as divine beings. By studying and employing The Enneagram of Personality—along with personal inner work—we learn to recognize our brilliance and our shadows. The invitation is to integrate both of these wonderful aspects of our essential selves. \nThe second principle is to understand others by their personality traits\, characteristics\, and behaviors as we learn about all Nine Personality Types. Understanding the brilliance and shadows of all Nine Personality Types—realizing we are all more alike than different—promotes compassion for each other.\nThe third principle is to use the understanding we gain to improve how we interface with others in the world by compassionately seeking harmony and learning methods by which we can reasonably discuss discord when it arises. The Enneagram is a tool that facilitates this universal journey. While we journey\, we are constantly informed more about ourselves.\n\nUsed in self-care and self-knowledge\, interpersonal relationships\, pastoral care\, spiritual counseling\, businesses\, not-for-profit organizations\, prisons\, churches\, and many more areas of life\, The Enneagram facilitates depth\, understanding\, and love for our neighbor. This session will be useful to those who are new to the Enneagram and for those already exposed to it but interested in diving a little deeper. \nKnowing one’s Enneagram Type before the presentation is not a requirement. However\, knowing one’s Type in advance may positively impact the presentation experience. Participants are invited to search online for Enneagram tests. There are free tests available\, or\, for $10\, one may take a highly recommended test by The Narrative Enneagram. \nThis session will be led by Ahshua Bolton\, MBA\, CPA\, who has been a student of The Enneagram since 1992. He has since taught countless Enneagram workshops and classes\, facilitated small groups of learning and group activities\, both secular and in faith communities\, and taught in prisons around the country\, including San Quentin in the Bay Area of California. Ahshua obtained his certifications to teach and coach The Enneagram from Enneagram Studies in the Narrative Tradition in Menlo Park\, California (now The Narrative Enneagram in Boulder\, Colorado). Using the Enneagram\, his passion lies in sharing the positive impact self-knowledge and self-understanding can have on people’s lives. \nRegister Below
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/the-enneagram-explore-with-ahshua-bolton/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T211500
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20241210T232353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T225314Z
UID:10000061-1740423600-1740431700@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Susan Draper White Lecture: “Battle for the Minds\, Revisited” with Rev. Molly T. Marshall\, PhD
DESCRIPTION:United is very pleased to announce that our 34th annual Susan Draper White Lecture will take place on February 24\, 2025\, and feature Rev. Molly T. Marshall\, PhD\, United’s esteemed and beloved president. President Marshall’s lecture is titled “Battle for the Minds\, Revisited.” \nThirty years ago\, writer and producer Steve Lipscomb created his first documentary\, Battle for the Minds\, about the Southern Baptist Convention’s conservative shift and how that was affecting women pastors. Prominently featured in the film was a progressive\, feminist professor of Christian theology\, and experienced pastor\, at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville\, Kentucky: Dr. Molly T. Marshall.  \nThis year’s lecture will feature Rev. Dr. Marshall’s reflections on that pivotal episode in her professional and theological life and how the experience shaped the theologian and leader she has become\, as United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities’ president. The evening will include a screening of the documentary along with Rev. Dr. Marshall’s remarks and reflections. \nDr. Marshall writes: \nIf you attend the Susan Draper White Lecture\, you will witness a story of resilience. The documentary chronicles what happens to a woman who challenges the power structures that deem women unfit to exercise spiritual leadership. Although filmed nearly 30 years ago\, it remains a cautionary tale about the crushing power of patriarchy—all too resilient itself as recent days attest. Indeed\, misogyny is hurtling forward. \nIt is not just my story\, but the story of countless women whom the Church has silenced\, marginalized\, and castigated. While there have been many breakthroughs for women in ecclesiastical circles\, contempt and abuse stalk their presence\, claiming their leadership to be invalid and contrary to theological tradition. \nOn the larger social landscape of politics\, law\, commerce\, and education\, the pernicious oppression of women—especially women of color—continues. Naming this reality and concrete resistance remains urgent. \nIt will be an evening of reflection and thoughtful conversation about what is at stake when patriarchy prevails. \nThis special event will begin at 7:00 PM and conclude by 9:15 PM. It will take place on United’s campus and will be available via live streaming. To learn more\, please contact Jen Buck (jbuck@unitedseminary.edu). \nREGISTRATION
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/2025-susan-draper-white-lecture/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Affairs,Susan Draper White Lecture,Symposium Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250129T172231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T181710Z
UID:10000066-1739880900-1739883600@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Social Fabric: The Lives of Our Beloved Textiles
DESCRIPTION:What is alive in your favorite textile objects? Whose lives have they witnessed? For our first Theology and the Arts Lunch (bring your own) of 2025\, join local fiber artist and zine-maker Allison Keirstead Jones onsite or online for a discussion about her anthology project\, Social Fabric: The Lives of Our Beloved Textiles. You are invited to bring a special textile object from your life to present as part of our conversation.\nJoin Us Via Zoom >\nPasscode: Awes-Freem
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/social-fabric-the-lives-of-our-beloved-textiles/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Theology,Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman":MAILTO:jawesfreeman@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250109T201823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T203016Z
UID:10000065-1738843200-1738859400@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Seminarian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a United student looks like? From 12:00 to 4:30 PM CT on February 6\, we’re hosting our first-ever Seminarian for a Day experience on campus in St. Paul! This is an opportunity to help you discern if seminary is the next step for you. \nJoin Mason Mennenga (’23)\, Director of Admissions\, and Rev. T. Michael\, Program Director for Spiritual Direction and Contextual Education\, for a time to connect and learn with other prospective students. We’ll gather for a brief chapel together\, answer your questions\, and attend a class together. Lunch\, snacks\, and beverages will be provided. \nClick here to register. > \n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n12:15–12:45 PM\nChapel\n\n\n12:45–1:30 PM\nPanel Discussion\n\n\n1:30–4:00 PM\nClass Visit\n\n\n4:30–5:30 PM (optional)\nHappy Hour with Q&A
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/february2025-seminarian-for-a-day/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Seminarian for a Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20241127T143614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T144025Z
UID:10000060-1738671300-1738674000@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Social Transformation Lunch: “Post-Inauguration Conversation”
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling anxious\, fearful\, and hopeless since the election? Oppressive power seeks to render us powerless by creating confusion and isolating us from one another. Join us for a theological conversation about our current conjuncture and what might be on the horizon nationally and globally. How are you “discerning the spirits” and what does it look like for you to act faithfully with others today? \nGather onsite and online with Rev. Dr. Ry Siggelkow\, director of United’s Leadership Center for Social Justice\, and Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis\, director of our Social Transformation program\, for a conversation about this fraught moment in US history and how we can move through grief and anger to affirm the exigency of justice. \nJoin Us Via Zoom >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/social-transformation-lunch-post-inauguration-conversation/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice,Social Transformation Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20240830T135930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T152424Z
UID:10000047-1738173600-1738177200@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Explore United
DESCRIPTION:The decision to pursue a seminary degree involves a process of reflection and discernment. \nJoin United faculty\, staff\, and current students for an exclusive\, interactive Zoom conversation on Wednesday\, January 29 starting at 6:00 PM. Click on the link below to register. \n\nWednesday\, January 29\, 6:00–7:00 PM Central time\n\nDuring this conversation\, you will have the opportunity to experience Zoom as a tool for distance learning and get clear answers to all your questions about United.  \nSchedule\n\nExplore what academic programs\, student life\, and vocational planning look like at United;\nInterview current students about their experience of flexibility and community;\nEngage in a faculty Q&A about how they build community and relationships with students;\nExplore the next steps in the Admissions and Financial Aid process!\n\nQuestions? Contact Admissions at admissions@unitedseminary.edu or 651-255-6119.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/explore-united-jan-29-600/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20250107T152512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T152512Z
UID:10000064-1738153800-1738157400@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Explore United
DESCRIPTION:The decision to pursue a seminary degree involves a process of reflection and discernment. \nJoin United faculty\, staff\, and current students for an exclusive\, interactive Zoom conversation on Wednesday\, January 29 starting at 12:30 PM. Click on the link below to register. \n\nWednesday\, January 29\, 12:30–1:30 PM Central time\n\nDuring this conversation\, you will have the opportunity to experience Zoom as a tool for distance learning and get clear answers to all your questions about United.  \nSchedule\n\nExplore what academic programs\, student life\, and vocational planning look like at United;\nInterview current students about their experience of flexibility and community;\nEngage in a faculty Q&A about how they build community and relationships with students;\nExplore the next steps in the Admissions and Financial Aid process!\n\nQuestions? Contact Admissions at admissions@unitedseminary.edu or 651-255-6119.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/explore-united-jan-29-1230/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T173000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20231116T165036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T205058Z
UID:10000014-1737559800-1737567000@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Queer & Trans Theology Salon
DESCRIPTION:Do you find queer and trans theology thrilling and engaging? We do\, too! Join us on Wednesday\, January 22\, for conversation\, dialogue\, and connection with others. Trans and queer academics\, clergy\, students\, and community members are all welcome; no preparation is necessary\, and this event is free. Wine\, cheese\, and sparkling water will be served. \nUnited’s Leadership Center for Social Justice and its Social Transformation Program sponsor these events. \nWHEN\nWednesday\, January 22\n3:30 – 5:30 PM\n \nWHERE\nUnited Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, the Common Area\n767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\nSaint Paul\, MN  55114 \nSpecial Zoom link for this event. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/queer-trans-theology-salon-4/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice,Social Transformation Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Center for Social Justice":MAILTO:hawkinson@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20241122T170914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T170914Z
UID:10000059-1736856900-1736859600@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Social Transformation Lunch: “Pre-Inauguration Conversation”
DESCRIPTION:Feeling anxious\, fearful\, and hopeless since the election? Oppressive power seeks to render us powerless by creating confusion and isolating us from one another. Join us for a theological conversation about our current conjuncture and what might be on the horizon nationally and globally. How are you “discerning the spirits” and what does it look like for you to act faithfully with others today? \nGather onsite and online with Rev. Dr. Ry Siggelkow\, director of United’s Leadership Center for Social Justice\, and Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis\, director of our Social Transformation program\, for a conversation about this fraught moment in US history and how we can move through grief and anger to affirm the exigency of justice. \nJoin Us Via Zoom >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/social-transformation-lunch-pre-inauguration-conversation/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Center for Social Justice,Social Transformation Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20241108T162334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T202634Z
UID:10000058-1733228100-1733232600@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:Theology and the Arts Lunch: “Tradition and Juxtaposition in the Work of Mahmoud Saleh Mohammadi”
DESCRIPTION:Mahmoud Saleh Mohammadi (b. 1979) is an Iranian artist from Tehran who studied as a painter at the Art University in Tehran and then continued his education at Brera Fine Arts Academy in Italy\, graduating in Visual Arts. \nIn his works\, he combines the focus\, uniformity\, and tradition of the (Middle-)East with the Western ideals of creative expression. In many of his pieces\, Saleh Mohammadi juxtaposes iconography from Persia to explore the histories of Iran\, Italy\, Japan\, and other countries of his encounter. His vision continues to push the boundaries of his own art\, urging spectators to look beneath the surface and uncover the essence of materials\, colors\, and cultural intersections. \nHe is currently based both in Milan and Antwerp. \nJoin Us Via Zoom > \nQuestions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman.
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/theology-and-the-arts-lunch-tradition-and-juxtaposition-in-the-work-of-mahmoud-saleh-mohammadi/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman":MAILTO:jawesfreeman@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084408
CREATED:20241108T143952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T155557Z
UID:10000057-1731524400-1731529800@www.unitedseminary.edu
SUMMARY:"Mementos of Failure" Exhibition: Learning from Our Failures
DESCRIPTION:As part of our exhibition Mementos of Failure\, we welcome Tyrone Fowlkes\, curator and current DMin student in Theology and the Arts\, who will reflect on the concept behind the exhibition\, as well as the place and meanings of failure in our lives. After a brief presentation\, he will be joined by a few panelists to extend the conversation\, which will be followed by Q&A and further reflection with the audience. \nThis will be taking place onsite in the United Chapel or online via Zoom. Light refreshments will be served. \nJoin Via Zoom >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/momentos-of-failure-exhibition-learning-from-our-failures/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theology and the Arts Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Jennifer Awes Freeman":MAILTO:jawesfreeman@unitedseminary.edu
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