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2021 LENT DEVOTION

Posted by admin on February 22, 2021

“Jesus fasted forty days and forty nights…” — Matthew 4:2 At the beginning of his ministry, Jesus went into the wilderness by himself, where he fasted and prayed for forty days and nights to discern God’s will for his life. For centuries, the followers of Jesus have observed the 40 days before Easter as a […]

PRAYER FOR THE UNITED STATES

Posted by admin on January 11, 2021

God Brings Resurrection Out of Crucifixion January 11, 2021 Our Loving God, We come to you during a painful, crucifying time in our lives and in our nation. You know the pain we are going through caused by the coronavirus pandemic. You know and feel the pain of all those families who have lost loved […]

UNITED PARTNERS WITH SEMINARIO METODISTA JUAN WESLEY TO ADVANCE HISPANIC-LATINO EDUCATION

Posted by admin on October 5, 2017

BEYOND BORDERS Seminario Metodista Juan Wesley in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico and United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, United States are cooperating to further Hispanic-Latino theological education: • Seminario Metodista Juan Wesley will receive some courses from United’s Hispanic Christian Academy / Academia Cristiana Hispana toward a licenciatura (U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalent) in theology. • United will […]

Posted by admin on February 24, 2026

2026 OMHS Convocation

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

2026 Commencement

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

Estate Planning Webinar

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

Qualifications of a Pastor

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

2025 Commencement

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

Cost of a Seminary Education

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

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

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

2023 Opening Convocation

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

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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 […]