Chapel Gathering: Seminary

Join us for a Thanksgiving-themed chapel service led by the Seminary Community Council. Steve Pardini, seminary senior, will offer the message “Giving Thanks” based on Colossians 3:12-16.  Seminary students, Furst Jenkins, Kimberly Shenk, Ezrionna Prioleau, and Barbara Bowman will also be leading us. Music will be provided by Perry Blosser and Caleb Schrock-Hurst.

“Cords of Distinction” Ceremony 2018

The Cords of Distinction award honors the efforts of graduating students who have made outstanding contributions to the university, community or society. The Blue cord represents strength of conviction that one person can help to create a better institution; also willingness and openness to share thoughts and ideas. The Gold cord represents love of spirit and yearning....

“Speak out for Peace!” – Student Voices

Hear portions of student-prepared speeches highlighting many forms of peace as part of the C. Henry Smith Peace Oratorical Contest. The full speeches can be heard TONIGHT – Friday, March 23 at 7 p.m. in Martin Chapel (Seminary Building). Fabiana Espinal “Creativity as a Path to Healing and Connection” Kyle Good “Food as Conscientious Objection”....

“Ministry Inquiry Program” – Elizabeth Witmer, Maddie List, Caleb Schrock-Hurst

Hear reflections from Elizabeth Witmer, Maddie List, and Caleb Schrock-Hurst, about exploring ministry this past summer with the Ministry Inquiry Program. What might exploring ministry look like for you? Elizabeth Witmer, a junior social work major, was at Faith Mennonite Church in Minneapolis. In addition to leading worship, visiting a terminally ill church member, preaching, planning and attending actions and....