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Reconciliation Through Social Work and Theology

Posted on January 25, 2016January 29, 2021 by ptsblog

I love making phone calls. I always jump at the chance to make phone calls to Pittsburgh Theological Seminary alums and friends. While talking with people on the phone, they always ask, “so, what degree program are you in?” As a graduate student, I get asked this question quite frequently. My answer, however, is unexpected…

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Why My MDiv/MSW Joint Degree Created Clarity

Posted on February 25, 2015March 9, 2021 by ptsblog

I began my graduate studies as a student of the University of Pittsburgh working to receive my masters of social work (MSW). The course work was practical problem solving for those with mental health, social, and justice issues. It was exciting to be learning about how government programs work and how to best serve those…

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Immigration: A Ministry of Social Work

Posted on October 29, 2014March 9, 2021 by ptsblog

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…

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