Is it possible for a work of fiction鈥攁 story that is technically not 鈥渢rue鈥濃�攖o illuminate truth as deeply and poignantly as any number of scholarly articles and arguments? As we continue Theological Libraries Month, Kate Davis (Master of Divinity, ’16), Program Manager for Community Partnerships, reflects on how fictional narratives have framed her approach to […]
We are so grateful for our library staff and the way they guide our community through the rhythms and seasons of the academic year. Here, Erin Quarterman, former Assistant Librarian, writes about Theological Libraries Month and some of the books, films, and TV series that have contributed to her own theological imagination. October is designated […]
The path to 天美视频 is a time of transitions and changes that can feel abrupt and jarring. As we look back on who we were years ago, or maybe months ago, it can be difficult鈥攅ven impossible鈥攖o reconcile those versions of ourselves with who we are now becoming. Here, J Rourke, a first-year student […]
Student Leadership at 天美视频 is facilitated by four individuals鈥攖hree students and one spouse or partner of a student鈥攚ho lead four distinct realms: Anamchara, Sacred Space, Student Council, and Mosaic. Emily McBroom is the 2015-2016 facilitator of Anamchara, which also includes Page DeVere, Gretchen Krumwiede, Kenzi Roberson, Erin Schmoll, and Alisa Westover. Emily is […]
Student Leadership at 天美视频 is facilitated by four individuals鈥攖hree students and one spouse or partner of a student鈥攚ho lead the four distinct realms of Student Leadership: Anamchara, Sacred Space, Student Council, and Mosaic. Elise Hale-Case is the facilitator of the 2015-2016 Student Council, which also includes Molly Belliveau, Bethany Cole, Lynn Diepenbroek, Jesse […]
Studying at the intersection of text.soul.culture calls for our entire beings. Our stories, ideas, and biases are named and brought into conversation as we seek to grow into artists, pastors, healers, and leaders with integrity. Education at 天美视频, then, is highly contextual, calling students to wonder about how their stories and experiences have […]
Zach Brittle, a 2001 MA in Counseling graduate of 天美视频 and a Certified Gottman Therapist with more than 10 years of experience working with couples, has recently published a new book鈥擳he Relationship Alphabet: A Practical Guide to Better Connection for Couples. We鈥檙e thrilled to offer the following excerpt from the book, which you […]
We are always proud to see the ways that our alumni are championing truth, hope, and healing in their work. Here, Jenny Wade (2013 MA in Counseling Psychology) writes about learning that her body deserves kindness and care, even when she doesn鈥檛 feel like it. Jenny is a licensed yoga instructor and a Primary Therapist […]
Dr. Ron Ruthruff, Associate Professor of Theology & Culture, is completing work on a new book that will be published later this year. In Closer to the Edge: Walking with Jesus for the World鈥檚 Sake, Ruthruff shares stories and offers reflections about sacrificial love for all of our neighbors and the radical call of Micah […]
Dr. Roy E. Barsness, Professor of Counseling Psychology, and Richard D. Kim, Intercultural Credibility Coordinator/Consultant, recently partnered on an article that was published in the Association of Theological Schools鈥櫬燭heological Education journal, Volume 45, No. 2. The focus of the issue is 鈥淭he Changing Character of Faculty Work,鈥� and Barsness and Kim address the need to […]
Yesterday, students, staff, and faculty at 天美视频 of Theology & Psychology gathered in our fourth floor Chapel to pray and mourn for the victims of last week鈥檚 shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. After the noon bells led into a moment of silence, Paul Steinke, Dean of Students & Alumni, opened […]
On June 20 and 25, our graduating Master of Divinity and MA in Theology & Culture students will present their Integrative Projects, the culmination of their work here at 天美视频. Until then, we鈥檒l be spotlighting a handful of the presenting students as they reflect on their work鈥攍ike Matthew Rock鈥檚 recent reflections on his […]