Convocation: If Jordans had wings
This presentation explores Jodie’s relationship with faith and purpose. From her first pair of Jordans to manifesting liberation and justice. She explores her childhood and current aspirations through a series of stories. Jodie Geddes, a 2016 alumni of the EMU Center for Justice and Peacebuilding, addresses the campus community as part of Women’s History Month. Jodie Geddes is....
Campus Worship: Resurrection Women
Without the women, there would be no Jesus people. This is the foundational idea behind this service entitled, Resurrection Women, presented by Dr. Nancy Heisey, Professor of Bible, Religion and Theology and Associate Dean of the Seminary. Read Mark 15:37-41 (Christian scriptures) for preparation. Carmen Schrock-Hurst, Instructor in Bible, Religion and Theology, will invite involvement with the Ministry Inquiry Program (MIP)....
“‘She persisted:’ 3 stories of pioneering women” – Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman
President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman addresses aspects of the history of women’s movements for Women’s History Month.
Reflections from the Women’s March
Wondering about the personal motivations and impact of the 2017 Women’s March on Washington? Hear reflections from students, staff and faculty who participated in this historic march. What are the challenges? Where did you see Jesus? Where are you finding hope? Melody Pannell shares from her experiences processing whether or not to participate in the....
“Grounded: Jesus on the Margins” – Deborah Jian Lee
Deborah Jian Lee is an award-winning journalist, radio producer and co-founder of One Book, One Church. She is the author of Rescuing Jesus: How People of Color, Women and Queer Christians are Reclaiming Evangelicalism. Her book reporting has taken her to secret societies of LGBT Christians within conservative enclaves, social justice Christian communes and many....
Experiences of Women in Christianity and the World
EMSWA members share reflections on their experiences as women and feminine imagery in both Christianity and the world. EMSWA is the Eastern Mennonite Women’s Association. EMSWA’s purpose is to empower members of the community; to deepen awareness; to develop relationships; and to create open and safe dialogue all with a focus on women and gender....
“Our Words Matter: Julian of Norwich and Diverse Images of God” – Maria CM Byler and Lindsay Mustafa Davis
Maria and Lindsay share their presentation from the Women Doing Theology conference, how Julian of Norwich used metaphors of God as Mother and God as servant to challenge the language and images used for God in her time, and how today, we can learn to apply these images to create a more holistic and inclusive....
“A Year of Biblical Womanhood” – Rachel Held Evans
The magazine FAITH: History, Mystery & Challenges Revealed — printed annually — just ranked Rachel Held Evans as the 4th rated “doer, thinker, pastor, and passer who is shaping the next generation of Christians.” We are delighted to host Rachel Held Evans on campus. She is an evangelical Christian columnist, blogger and best-selling author who....
“Creating the Harmony: Hearing Young Women’s Voices at EMS & Beyond” – Maria Byler, Lana Miller
EMS student Maria Christine Meyer Byler and EMU Campus Pastor Lana Miller share stories and reflections about creating opportunities for young women to experience a call to ministry. The entire campus community is invited to every chapel service on campus. Eastern Mennonite Seminary hosts chapel gatherings in Martin Chapel every Tuesday and Thursday morning at....
“Women of the Bible” – Chris Parks
Enter the stories of several women in the Bible through a moving and evocative presentation written and performed by Chris Parks.