Reading the Bible with Barth
An Online Class
Dates: May 1-26, 2017
Instructor: Angela Dienhart Hancock, Associate Professor of Homiletics and Worship, PTS
Karl Barth has been viewed with suspicion by Christians on both the right and the left for a number of reasons, but one of them has to do with his approach to the Bible. This course seeks to situate Barth in relation to broader traditions of interpretation, exploring his imaginative readings of biblical texts, and considering the fruitfulness of Barth's approach for interpreting Scripture in Christian communities today.The class will be self-paced and available for participants to engage with the instruction at their own convenience, i.e., offered asynchronously, no set times that you need to sit in front of your computer. Maximum Enrollment:15 Learn more
Extending Hospitality
A Coffee and Conversation Series
Dates: Feb. 15, 2017, with Liddy Barlow ~ "Hospitality and Ecumenism"
March 15, 2017, with Debbie Creamer ~ "Hospitality and Disability"
April 19, 2017, with Jerome Creach ~ "Hospitality and the Old Testament"
Engage in this series of conversations on various ways we can express hospitality. Sessions include content provided by the presenter and discussion. During morning events, participants are invited to chapel and lunch following the presentation. Leaders will join theh group for lunch and further discussion. You can bring your lunch or purchase one at the Seminary's dining hall. Conversations will be held one Wednesday/month (December: 6:30-8:00 p.m.; February-April: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.). Learn more.
Immersed in Grace
Albright-Deering Workshop
Date: March 23, 2017
Leader: Paul W. Chilcote, Professor of Historical Theology and Wesleyan Studies, Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio
In Wesleyan spirituality and theology, great space is given to the "means of grace." These spiritual practices shape disciples of Jesus into God's partners in the redemption of the world and fuel the ministry of the church. In this workshop participants will immerse themselves in the time-honored practices of prayer, Scripture, and Eucharist, not only talking about but experiencing God's lavish grace. You can hear more from Dr. Chilcote at the 4:00 p.m. Albright-Deering Lecture. Learn more.
The Art of Transitional Ministry - Part 1
Dates: March 6-10, 2017
Leaders: Paul Rhebergen and Janet Nolting Carter, Transitional Ministers
This course is the first of two sessions in the basic education program for Transtiional/Interim Ministry. The program explores the unique dynamics of the congregation during a change in pastoral leadership or other significant transition. It equips the pastor with knowledge, analytical skills, and practical approaches needed to help the congregation use this opportunity as a time for renewal. Learn more.
Language over Lunch: Biblical Hebrew
Leader: James Durlesser, Lecturer in Biblical Languages, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and UMC Pastor (retired)
Clergy are invited to refresh their biblical Hebrew by reading together selections from the Old Testament and reviewing essential points of grammar. Participants can expect that their sermons, teaching, and general theological understanding will all gain from their experience in this study group. Learn more.
Language over Lunch: Greek
Leader: James Durlesser, Lecturer in Biblical Languages, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and UMC Pastor (retired)
Clergy are invited to refresh their New Testament Greek. Term 1 Focus: Lectionary Year C Epistle with readings primarily from letter of Paul to Timothy and from 2 Thessalonians. One reading will be from Colossians. Term 3 Focus: Lectionary Year A Gospel readings. Learn more.