“Discerning the Tides” — Linford Stutzman
Dr. Linford Stutzman, Director of EMS’s Coffman Center, shares from his experiences studying and sailing the journeys of the apostle Paul as he offers his perspective on, “Discerning the Tides.” Seminary Dean Dr. Michael King has begun to articulate a vision for EMS as a “Discernment Training Center” (see Convocation, Fall 2012 and Convocation, Fall....
“Discerning the Good News in the Real World: Subversive God-Learnings from a 3-M perspective” — Dorothy Jean Weaver
Dr. Dorothy Jean Weaver, EMS Professor of New Testament, offers perspectives on, “Discerning the Good News in the Real World: Subversive God-Learnings from a 3-M Perspective.” Seminary Dean Dr. Michael King has begun to articulate a vision for EMS as a “Discernment Training Center” (see Convocation, Fall 2012 and Convocation, Fall 2013). This fall semester,....
“Personal Spiritual Discernment: Finding God’s Answers to Life’s Questions” — Linda Alley
Linda Alley inhabits multiple roles as EMS administrative assistant, Director of the Congregational Resource Center, Director of the Summer Institute for Spiritual Formation and Coordinator of the School for Leadership Training. In this chapel gathering in the Seminary, Linda offers reflections on the topic of, “Personal Spiritual Discernment: Finding God’s Answers to Life’s Questions.” Romans 12:1-2....
Inside Athletics: November 11, 2013
This week, with no teams in action, Dave focuses on the upcoming Regional Cross Country meet. Jason Lewkowicz, head cross country coach reported on the ODAC championship at Hampden-Syndey where the women’s team finished second and the men’s team finished fourth. He also highlighted the individual accomplishments at the championships. Jason then describes the training....
“Rumi: The man, his faith, and some poetry” – Dr. Amir Akrami
Visiting scholar from Iran, Dr. Amir Akrami, is an expert on Rumi and Islamic mysticism. He leads bi-weekly readings and discussions on Rumi and his work. For hundreds of years Rumi has been one of the greatest poets of the Persian world and one of the most popular poets in the world. In recent years....
Inside Athletics: November 1, 2013
In this week’s “Inside Athletics” podcast, Dave and James return from a “leave of absence” and recap the fall seasons, which are entering postseason action this weekend. They also look ahead to the coming of the winter sports: both men’s and women’s basketball as well as indoor track and field. In light of both seasons,....
“All Saints” — Joni Sancken
Dr. Joni Sancken, EMS Assistant Professor of Preaching and Practical Theology, reflects on the theme, “All Saints.” Luke 6:20-31. Seminary Dean Dr. Michael King has begun to articulate a vision for EMS as a “Discernment Training Center” (see Convocation, Fall 2012 and Convocation, Fall 2013). This fall semester, Seminary Faculty are sharing about their own....
“A Neighborhood Watch for Trayvon” — David Evans
Dr. David Evans, EMS Assistant Professor of History, Mission, Intercultural and Interfaith Studies, reflects on the high-profile Trayvon Martin shooting in relatively recent news, and he articulates the need for hospitality and getting to know our neighbors. Deuteronomy 10:14-22 and Matthew 7:21-23. Seminary Dean Dr. Michael King has begun to articulate a vision for EMS....
“Discerning God’s Purposes in Extraordinary Times” — Lawrence Yoder
Dr. Lawrence Yoder, EMS Professor Emeritus of Missiology, explores what it means to “discern God’s purposes in extraordinary times,” drawing from Jeremiah 23:23-32 and Luke 12:49-56. Seminary Dean Dr. Michael King has begun to articulate a vision for EMS as a “Discernment Training Center” (see Convocation, Fall 2012 and Convocation, Fall 2013). This fall semester,....
“Love One Another” — Hymn Sing
Matthew Hunsberger leads a Hymn Sing of requests submitted by members of the EMU community by e-mail earlier this week. The selections center around the theme “Love One Another.”