LovEMU Giving Day 2021 was one for the ages — another record-setting event — with $280,654 raised from 1,017 gifts. That’s a gain in $65,000 and more than 300 new ... read more about 2021 LovEMU Giving Day sets new records (thank you!)
Alumni
MC USA announces convention worship plans, morning Bible study
Shannon W. Dycus, dean of students at EMU, is chairing the worship planning committee for this summer's MennoCon21. EMU alumni among the participants include Seth Thomas Crissman '09, member of the Walking Roots Band who will lead the worship band, and Jon Carlson MDiv '21. https://anabaptistworld.org/mc-usa-announces-convention-worship-plans-morning-bible-study/ ... read more about MC USA announces convention worship plans, morning Bible study
In Memoriam: John R. Martin ‘54, emeritus professor of Eastern Mennonite Seminary
Eastern Mennonite Seminary Emeritus Professor John Richard Martin, 92, died at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Harrisonburg, Va., on March 23, 2021. A pastor and scholar, Martin returned to his alma ... read more about In Memoriam: John R. Martin ‘54, emeritus professor of Eastern Mennonite Seminary
Writers Read panel to discuss ‘Children’s Literature for Challenging Times’
Eastern Mennonite University hosts a panel on “Empowering Children’s Literature for Challenging Times” Sunday, April 11, at 3 p.m. The panel will include authors and educators who have conducted research ... read more about Writers Read panel to discuss ‘Children’s Literature for Challenging Times’
Everence Federal Credit Union leadership transition involves alumni
Matthew Gehman ‘09 has been appointed to lead Everence Federal Credit Union. He succeeds W. Kent Hartzler ‘94, who served as the credit union’s president and chief executive officer ... read more about Everence Federal Credit Union leadership transition involves alumni
Show up together April 7 for LovEMU Giving Day!
The 2021 LovEMU Giving Day theme of “Forward Together” is a rallying cry. Whether the picture that springs to mind in your head for LovEMU Day is the good friends ... read more about Show up together April 7 for LovEMU Giving Day!
EMU Athletics shares ‘Royal Dose of Gratitude’ to alumni working in healthcare
This spring, EMU Athletics has been celebrating alumni-athletes working in the health care professions. “It has been so exciting to reconnect with former Royals for this special social media campaign ... read more about EMU Athletics shares ‘Royal Dose of Gratitude’ to alumni working in healthcare
Bishop’s Mantle: ‘Brothers and sisters, Lent me your ears – listen, hear’
This column by Jim Bishop ’67 was published in the March 20, 2021, Daily News-Record. Jim has graciously “lent” us his blessing to share, as well as a few photos ... read more about Bishop’s Mantle: ‘Brothers and sisters, Lent me your ears – listen, hear’
MDiv candidate nominated as Mennonite Church USA moderator-elect
Jon Carlson, a Master of Divinity candidate at Eastern Mennonite Seminary, was nominated March 12 as moderator-elect of Mennonite Church USA (MC USA). He also holds a Certificate in Ministry ... read more about MDiv candidate nominated as Mennonite Church USA moderator-elect
Seminary MDiv candidates to present capstones
Candidates for Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Christian Leadership at Eastern Mennonite Seminary are required to complete a capstone or ministry specialization project. Their study, research and ... read more about Seminary MDiv candidates to present capstones