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Seminary professor introduces forthcoming book at Convocation

February 20, 2025Last updated February 20, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

Historical research has a funny way of changing your writing plans, says Dr. David Evans, professor of history and intercultural studies at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. What began as a book

Seminary welcomes applicants to its accredited Doctor of Ministry program

January 24, 2025Last updated January 24, 2025 by Ryan Cornell

When faculty from Eastern Mennonite Seminary met to develop the school’s new Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Peacemaking and Social Change degree, Program Director Dr. Jacob Cook said they designed

Nurturing seeds of faith in churches, individuals through conversation

October 10, 2024Last updated January 13, 2025 by Josette Keelor

Ministry of Outstanding Young Alum Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15 builds bridges between communities Harrisonburg, Virginia, resident Seth Crissman ‘09, MDiv ‘15 has been selected by Eastern Mennonite University’s Alumni

Board of Trustees approves new Doctor of Ministry program

July 10, 2024Last updated July 10, 2024 by Ryan Cornell

A new doctoral program is set to launch at Eastern Mennonite Seminary next year. The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Peacemaking and Social Change program, approved by the EMU Board

EMS offers new MA in Theological Studies starting fall 2024

April 30, 2024Last updated April 29, 2024 by EMU Communications

Eastern Mennonite Seminary has expanded its graduate degree offerings with the launch of a new Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program, which is now accepting applicants for the

In the News: Icon by Derek Yoder ’23 graces cover of Anabaptist World magazine

April 17, 2024Last updated April 17, 2024 by Ryan Cornell

An icon created by Eastern Mennonite Seminary alumnus Derek Yoder ’23, M.Div., graces the cover of the latest issue of Anabaptist World magazine. Yoder designed the digital artwork, titled “Christ

Faith leaders from across country flock to Shalom Academy at Eastern Mennonite Seminary

January 11, 2024Last updated January 11, 2024 by Ryan Cornell

At a time of deepening political polarization in the country, said Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, many churches have embraced one of two extremes. The first extreme, he told the crowd

In Memoriam: David Augsburger ’60, SEM ’63, prolific author, longtime voice on ‘The Mennonite Hour’

November 14, 2023Last updated November 13, 2023 by Ryan Cornell

Noted Mennonite author, speaker and educator David Augsburger ’60, SEM ’63, died two weeks ago after a bout with cancer and other health problems. He was 85. In a Facebook

Shalom Academy builds on legacy of School for Leadership Training

November 14, 2023Last updated November 16, 2023 by Ryan Cornell

As the 2024 presidential election fast approaches and the campaign signs and TV ads begin their blitzes, it may seem the nation is more divided than ever. And, for faith

Eastern Mennonite University receives $1.25 million to support secure parenting

September 12, 2023Last updated September 12, 2023 by Eastern Mennonite Seminary

Eastern Mennonite University has received a grant of $1,248,874 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Conectere, an interdisciplinary project that supports secure Christian parenting and caregiving. Conectere focuses on

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