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Retracing the Steps of Freedom

Posted by Lee on January 21, 2025

Retracing the Steps of Freedom Immersion trip to Alabama offers opportunity to engage with the legacy of Civil Rights Movement Students on the Spring 2024 “Enacting the Beloved Community” immersion trip God often grows us through new experiences and faith encounters outside our comfort zones. This is why United requires all Master of Divinity students […]

Rev. Dr. Boise Kimber Begins Term as President of National Baptist Convention USA

Posted by Lee on January 14, 2025

Alumnus Begins Term as President of National Baptist Convention USA Congratulations to United alum, Rev. Dr. Boise Kimber who was recently elected President of the National Baptist Convention USA (NBCUSA), the largest predominantly black Protestant denomination in the United States. The NBCUSA Mid-Winter Board Meeting, January 13-16, 2025, is the first denomination-wide gathering under his […]

The Hilliard-Jones “Builders and Bridgers” Doctoral Cohort Travel to England

Posted by Lee on December 18, 2024

The Hilliard-Jones “Builders and Bridgers” Doctoral Cohort Travel to England Written by Dr. Christopher Michael Jones Editor’s note: The Immersion Program at United provides unique opportunities for students to encounter other cultures and religions, including diverse expressions of Christianity in the US and abroad. A cross-cultural immersion trip is required for Master of Divinity students […]

Remembering Dr. Donald B. Rogers

Posted by Lee on December 5, 2024

Remembering Dr. Donald B. Rogers Thursday, December 5, 2024 With great sadness we share news of the passing of Rev. Dr. Donald B. Rogers (Oct. 17, 1931 – Nov. 20, 2024), Professor Emeritus of Christian Education. Dr. Rogers spent the majority of his teaching career at United Theological Seminary, joining the faculty in 1969 and […]

2024 Heirs of Pietism in World Christianity 2 Conference Highlights

Posted by Lee on November 13, 2024

2024 Heirs of Pietism in World Christianity 2 Conference Recap The second Heirs of Pietism in World Christianity conference took place at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, October 23-25, 2024. Sponsored by the Center for The Evangelical United Brethren Heritage, the event featured academic presentations and worship in the spirit of the Pietist heritage […]

Love Your Enemies

Posted by Lee on September 9, 2024

LOVE YOUR ENEMIES “But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who mistreat you.”  (Luke 6:27-28 Today’s English Version) Monday, August 26, 2024 Friends:  It is obvious that we live in a deeply divided society, politically, religiously, racially […]

A Look Back at 2023-2024

Posted by Lee on July 26, 2024

A Look Back at 2023-2024 Friday, July 26, 2024 Each July marks the start of a new academic and fiscal year at United Theological Seminary. As we begin our “new year,” it is good to look back and thank God for all of God’s blessings we experienced in 2023-24. After the 2024 commencement service, board […]

An Interview with Bishop James Swanson

Posted by Lee on May 21, 2024

An interview with Bishop James Swanson Bishop Swanson was installed as Bishop-in-Residence at United on April 1, 2023. How did you realize God was calling you into ministry? As far back as I can recall, I’ve always loved going to church. I felt at home there. My memory of first thinking about ministry was sparked […]

Debt-Free at Last

Posted by Lee on May 15, 2024

DEBT-FREE AT LAST May 15, 2024 Monday, May 13, 2024, is a historic day in the life of United Theological Seminary. On this day, United became debt-free at last. For decades, United has had building mortgages or endowment debts which had to be paid through its annual budget. In 2021, by the grace of God […]

UNITED THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY INTRODUCES DOCTOR OF THEOLOGY PROGRAM

Posted by Lee on March 5, 2024

The advanced research degree program is currently accepting applications for the inaugural cohort, to begin in Summer 2024. March 5, 2024 United Theological Seminary is pleased to introduce a new addition to its academic portfolio: a Doctor of Theology, launching in Summer 2024. The Doctor of Theology is an advanced research degree program designed to support leading […]

Posted by Lee on March 9, 2026

Taste of United 2026

April 22, 2026 | Get a ‘taste’ of United in-person or online at this free event.

Posted by Lee on February 4, 2026

Alumni/ae Spotlight: Rev. Van Biak Thang

Alumni/ae Spotlight Rev. Van Biak Thang (MDiv, ’22) Donor Spotlight Dr. Yung Sim Kim Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, Korea) Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, South Korea) is living out the Great Commission through ministry in their local community and their support of church leaders around the world! Senior pastor and founder Dr. Yung Sim […]

Posted by Lee on February 3, 2026

Alumni/ae Spotlight: Pastor Mike Harris

Alumni/ae Spotlight Pastor Mike Harris (MDiv ’04) Donor Spotlight Dr. Yung Sim Kim Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, Korea) Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, South Korea) is living out the Great Commission through ministry in their local community and their support of church leaders around the world! Senior pastor and founder Dr. Yung Sim Kim […]

Posted by Lee on December 11, 2025

Donor Spotlight: Steve Ellis

Donor Spotlight Planting Seeds of Hope Steve Ellis (MDiv ’97) Donor Spotlight Dr. Yung Sim Kim Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, Korea) Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, South Korea) is living out the Great Commission through ministry in their local community and their support of church leaders around the world! Senior pastor and founder Dr. […]

Posted by Lee on December 11, 2025

Donor Spotlight: Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, Sr.

Donor Spotlight Blessed to Bless Others Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, Sr. (DMin, ’06) Donor Spotlight Dr. Yung Sim Kim Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, Korea) Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, South Korea) is living out the Great Commission through ministry in their local community and their support of church leaders around the world! Senior pastor […]

Posted by Lee on December 11, 2025

Donor Spotlight: Rev. Dr. Byoung Sam Kim

Donor Spotlight Rev. Dr. Byoung Sam Kim (D.Miss., ’98) Donor Spotlight Dr. Yung Sim Kim Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, Korea) Daejeon Mustard Seed Church (Daejeon, South Korea) is living out the Great Commission through ministry in their local community and their support of church leaders around the world! Senior pastor and founder Dr. Yung […]

Posted by Lee on December 10, 2025

Donor Spotlight: Dr. Yung Sim Kim

Dr. Yung Sim Kim shares what God is doing through Daejeon Gyeojassi (Mustard Seed) Church and why the congregation supports United Theological Seminary.