“But wait, what does it mean?” – Rebekah Nolt
Rebekah Nolt, Artist and EMS student, offers reflections on being an artist and then guides Chapel Gathering participants through a Visio Divina: Leaning into the questions and discovering meaning in the artwork before them. You may choose to listen to Rebekah’s guiding voice as you choose a piece of art with which to engage.
Seminary Convocation – “Little by Little” – Nancy Heisey
Dr. Nancy Heisey, Eastern Mennonite Seminary Associate Dean and Professor of Biblical Studies and Church History.
“The Work of our Lifetimes” – Adam King
“The Work of our Lifetimes” (Isaiah 65:17-25, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13) EMS Worship Class members: Adam King Charlie Tinsley Anna Efaw Hillary Evans
Take Back The Night Seminary Chapel – “Stumbling In The Darkness” – Charlie Tinsley
Take Back The Night Chapel – “Stumbling In The Darkness” Members of Eastern Mennonite Seminary Community Council
“The Road to Someplace Beautiful” – Eric Kouns
“The Road to Someplace Beautiful” Luke 24: 13-35 Eric Kouns, Mennonite Pastor, Teacher, Seeker and EMS Alum.
“Christian Theology and Sexual Abuse” – Father Tom Doyle
Thomas P. Doyle, OP, JCD, CADC
“Loving Enemies” – Rev. Steven D. Martin
Rev. Steven D. Martin is a filmmaker, photographer, interfaith engagement practitioner, ordained Methodist pastor, and Director of Communications and Development for the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC.) He has served United Methodist Churches as pastor for twenty years. His 2005 film for PBS, Theologians Under Hitler was critically acclaimed and....
“”Pray for Our Kings–Our Rulers (and Remember to Ask Why)” – Mark Thiessen Nation”
Mark Thiessen Nation, EMS Professor of Theology, offers a Seminary Chapel Gathering address entitled, “Pray for Our Kings—Our Rulers (and Remember to Ask Why)” Jeremiah 8:18-9:1 and 1 Timothy 2:1-7.
“Leaning into the Dark” – Brian Martin Burkholder
Brian Martin Burkholder, Campus Ministries Director, University Campus Pastor, and Spiritual Director, speaks in Seminary Chapel Gathering “Leaning into the Dark” (Exodus 14:5-12, Mark 15:16-34)
“Gathering in Prayer and Communion” – United Methodist Church Students
“Gathering in Prayer and Communion” Led by UMC students with reflections on Prayer — Sarah Payne reflections on Communion – Charlie Tinsley