Seminary Chapel “Disability and the Church”
“Disability and the Church” – Join us to hear Rev. Jordan Bucey, Asylum Hill Congregational Church (Hartford, CT) give a reflection on the theology of disability and building inclusive spaces in the Church.
Seminary Chapel “Embracing Uncertainty”
“Embracing Uncertainty” – Join us as Dr. Powell preaches on Mark 2:13-17 and what we might learn from an undecidable text.
Seminary Chapel “My Journey: Persecution, Mission, Redemption”
“Act justly and love mercy”, and “If I perish, I perish.” Come and learn about the powerful life journey of Mukarabe Makinto, student at CJP and Co-founder of Amahoro International, an agency for peace and development. Hear her powerful testimony “My Journey: Persecution, Mission, Redemption” – how God uses a bruised yet redeemed vessel for....
Seminary Chapel “Clinging to Good in a World Obsessed with Great”
“Clinging to Good in a World Obsessed with Great” – In the first Genesis creation story, we see God repeatedly declaring each part of creation “good”. But is “good” good enough? Join us a we welcome Seminary Recruitment Specialist, Adam King (MDiv ’18) sharing his thoughts on goodness in a world overwhelmed by hyperbole.
Seminary Chapel “Bones, Tombs, and Queer Kinship: Grief as Praise for What We Love”
“Bones, Tombs, and Queer Kinship: Grief as Praise for What We Love” – Annabeth Roeschley, Exec. Dir. for Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests, will look at grief, healing, repair and unexpected life through a queer, trauma-informed reading of Ezekiel 37:1-10, John 11:1-53.
Seminary Chapel “Sabbath and Sacred Selah”
“Sabbath and Sacred Selah“ – How are you caring for yourself as we approach the halfway mark in the semester? Join Drs. Joyner and Parker as they reflect on the challenges of observing Sabbath, focusing on both the challenges of time and isolation.
Seminary Chapel: “The Road Less Traveled”
The Epistle of James challenges us to live out our faith by word and deed. Join us in considering what it may mean to journey on “The Road Less Traveled” when it comes to our response in faith. – seminary student, Jeff Thompson; James 1:1-12
Seminary Chapel: “Our Journey in Faith”
“Our Journey in Faith” – As we journey with God, individually and collectively, our faith is the vehicle for a ride with unexpected turns, beautiful sights and unforeseen encounters. Today we hear stories of the Makinto family’s journey with the Lord. Hebrews 11:8-10.
Seminary Chapel: “The Power of ‘Storm Stories’ and Mark 4:35-41”
What is the value of sharing stories in community when we’re in the midst of a “storm?” How do we nurture and inspire each other by the mutual telling and sharing of stories? Together we reflect on the power of “storm stories” by using Mark 4:35-41.
Seminary Chapel: “It’s All Communion”
“It’s All Communion” – There is one “Last Supper” described from different perspectives in the Gospels, but there are many “communion” stories. What do the communion stories in the post-Easter narratives teach us about the meals we share in community? How should we regard them? And, where is Christ made known to you in these experiences?