Posted by admin on December 20, 2022
“Now the birth of Jesus the Messiah took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit.”— Matthew 1:18 “The angel said to Mary: ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of […]
Posted by admin on November 1, 2022
The Seminary’s former president and current faculty member has been nominated by The Upper New York Conference of The UMC. U.S. delegates will elect new bishops during jurisdictional conferences Nov. 2-5. DAYTON, Ohio, November 1, 2022 — United Theological Seminary congratulates Dr. Wendy J. Deichmann, President Emerita and Professor of History and Theology, on her […]
Posted by admin on October 20, 2022
DAYTON, Ohio, October 20, 2022 — As United Theological Seminary begins its 2022-2023 academic year, the seminary’s enrollment is growing for the first time in five years. In the fall of 2021, 397 students were enrolled at United; this fall, the seminary is serving 467 students, an 18% increase. Dr. Kent Millard, President of United, […]
Posted by admin on August 22, 2022
Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey and Rev. Dr. Rosario Picardo’s guide on “breakthrough prayer” available on August 23, 2022. Dayton, OH, August 22, 2022 — Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey, Director of the Bishop Bruce Ough Innovation Center, and Rev. Dr. Rosario Picardo, Director of Houses of Study, have recently co-authored a new resource to help Christians rethink […]
Posted by admin on July 5, 2022
DAYTON, OHIO (07/05/2022) — United Theological Seminary seeks to prepare faithful and fruitful Christian leaders to make disciples of Jesus Christ. We are pleased to recognize two United alumni/ae exemplifying this mission as they serve at the highest level of leadership in The United Methodist Church. Bishop Thomas Bickerton ’94, resident bishop of the New York Episcopal […]
Posted by admin on June 21, 2022
DAYTON, Ohio, June 21, 2022 — Dr. David Watson, Academic Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs, has announced that Dr. Cheryl Bridges Johns will join the faculty of United Theological Seminary as Visiting Professor of Pentecostal Studies, beginning July 1, 2022. In addition, Dr. Bridges Johns will serve as Director of the Global Pentecostal House […]
Posted by admin on June 16, 2022
Presenters and attendees of the “Heirs of Pietism” conference, held at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH ACADEMIC CONFERENCE FOCUSES ON PIETIST MOVEMENT “Heirs of Pietism in World Christianity” considers ongoing legacy of the global movement DAYTON, Ohio, June 17, 2022 — A “network of spiritual reformers,” “religion of the heart, head and life,” “reformers […]
Posted by admin on June 15, 2022
DAYTON, Ohio, June 15, 2022 — United Theological Seminary is pleased to announce Dr. Reggie Abraham will join its faculty as Assistant Professor of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, effective July 1, 2022. Dr. Abraham is an ordained Pentecostal minister with over thirty years of experience in church, para-church and missionary leadership. He has congregational ministry […]
Posted by admin on June 13, 2022
The Dayton, Ohio, seminary celebrates 105 graduates and awards Bishop Ough the honorary Doctor of Divinity DAYTON, Ohio, June 13, 2022 — During its 2022 Commencement, held on May 21, United Theological Seminary celebrated 105 women and men who have completed their theological education and are going out to serve as faithful, fruitful leaders of […]
Posted by admin on April 30, 2022
Dear Friends, For the past 150 years, United Theological Seminary has been part of the United Methodist tradition, founded in connection with the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, one of the forebearers of the current United Methodist denomination. Today, United is proudly one of 13 official seminaries of The United Methodist Church (UMC). […]
Posted by admin on February 24, 2026
187th Convocation of the Ohio Methodist Historical Society Join Us for Year to Remember Conference with the Ohio Methodist Historical Society (OMHS)! The Center for the EUB Heritage invites members, friends, and guests to the 187th Convocation of the Ohio Methodist Historical Society (OMHS) at United Theological Seminary. The event begins at noon on Friday, […]
Posted by admin on February 5, 2026
https://youtu.be/xAr–3Y0X3o Click here to view the commencement program Return to this page on Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. to view a livestream of the ceremony. Join United in celebrating the class of 2025-26! Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 Location:Christian Life Center (CLC)3489 Little York Rd.Dayton, OH 45414 For a list of hotels close to […]
Posted by admin on January 21, 2025
May 28, 2024 | Considering a master’s program at United? Join the enrollment team for a virtual Q&A covering your questions about degree programs, financial aid, online options and more.
Posted by admin on June 20, 2024
For those called to serve the church in a leadership role, understanding the biblical qualifications of a pastor is essential for fulfilling their pastoral duties. The Bible provides clear guidelines regarding the spiritual gifts, personal character, and practical skills required for this sacred office. Faithful study of Scripture reveals that God has set a high […]
Posted by admin on June 18, 2024
https://youtu.be/xAr–3Y0X3o Click here to view the commencement program Join United in celebrating the class of 2024-25! Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Location:Christian Life Center (CLC)3489 Little York Rd.Dayton, OH 45414 Schedule: 8:00 a.m. | Doors Open 8:00-9:00 a.m. | Robing (West Auditorium) 9:15-9:30 a.m. | Group Photos (West Auditorium) 10 a.m. – Noon | Commencement […]
Posted by admin on June 14, 2024
Attending seminary is a major life decision that requires careful consideration of the costs involved. A seminary is an educational institution that trains students in theology, ministry and religious vocations. While seminaries aim to provide spiritual enrichment and growth, they also come with a significant financial commitment. Before beginning seminary studies, it is crucial to […]
Posted by admin on June 14, 2024
ALUMNI/AE SPOTLIGHT BISHOP THOMAS BICKERTON (DMIN ’94) Get to know Bishop Tracy Smith Malone (DMin ’01), who was welcomed as President Designate of the Council of Bishops of The UMC at the Spring 2022 meeting of the Council. HOW DO YOU SEE GOD AT WORK IN YOUR MINISTRY RIGHT NOW? “God continues to call me and to position […]
Posted by admin on June 14, 2024
ALUMNI/AE SPOTLIGHT BISHOP THOMAS BICKERTON (DMIN ’94) Get to know Bishop Thomas Bickerton (DMin ’94), who was welcomed as President of the Council of Bishops of The UMC at the Spring 2022 meeting of the Council. HOW DO YOU SEE GOD AT WORK IN YOUR MINISTRY RIGHT NOW? “I am humbled and honored to be able to serve […]
Posted by admin on June 14, 2024
Please return to this page to watch the Opening Convocation service at 12:30 p.m. EST on October 11, 2022. The service will still be viewable on this page after the initial broadcast. Join United in celebrating the start of the 2023-24 academic year! Bishop James Swanson will be bringing a message to mark the beginning of the academic year, […]
Posted by admin on June 14, 2024
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION My journey of faith at United is indelibly marked by Spirit’s nudges, winks, sometimes outright pushes into unfamiliar but faithful endeavors. One I will highlight here: a sacred vocation in teaching/learning Christian discipleship became, in Spirit’s creativity and tether, something I had never conceived nor imagined: a pathway of Christian discipleship that requires […]
