The staff of Barbour Library at Pittsburgh Seminary recently hosted two events regarding the future of theological libraries. First up was an event for Board members and supporters to learn about the upcoming (and very exciting!) renovations in the library. We began with a reception in the library lobby. After some time for eating and mingling, we took the…
Category: Ministry
Christians and Halloween?
This is such a tricky time of year. Some people get pretty excited about Halloween. Others get offended. Just this last weekend I was asked a question. “Why do some Christians celebrate Halloween and some don’t?” That question has another (more pointed) version. “Is it okay for Christians to celebrate Halloween?” For me, the short…
Immigration: A Ministry of Social Work
Immigration is a ministry of social work. Jesus conjoined the commands in Deuteronomy 6:5 and Leviticus 19:8 in response to the question posed by a Scribe: “What is the greatest commandment?” The result found in Matthew 22:37-39 is, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul and…