 This Week At United
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Monday, April 8
9:00 AM - AARP Tax Assistance
Steckel Learning Center9:00 AM - Birthday Celebration for Mae Vollbrecht Strobel Room 1:00 PM - Executive Team Hatch Room
Tuesday, April 9
9:00 AM - Poetry and Preaching with Sam King
Strobe Room
10:30 AM - Staff Committee
Small Dining Room
11:35 AM - Chapel
Bigelow Chapel
12:00 PM - UU Student Group
Hatch Room
12:15 PM - Alum/Student Event
Small Dining Room
9:00 AM - AARP Tax Assistance
Steckel Learning Center
10:30 AM - ASLC
Small Dining Room
2:00 PM - Commencement Liturgy Subcommittee
Bigelow Chapel
Thursday, April 11
10:00 AM - Technology Oversight
Hatch Room
11:35 AM - Chapel
Bigelow Chapel
12:15 PM - Discussion with Dr. B
Strobel Room
No meetings scheduled
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Chapel Schedule
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Tuesday, April 9
Eleazar Fernandez
Anniversary of the Death
of Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Thursday, April 11
Jacki Bremer, Laura Cannata, and
Patsy Herbert
Tuesday, April 16
Tresca Allsman, Mercy Monroe,
Cathy Pino, and Sarah Schaleger
Thursday, April 18
Ginny Grey and Diane Cayemberg
Tuesday, April 23
Justin Buchs-Hammond, Missy Holdorf, Tim Miler, and Janel Soderborg
Thursday, April 25
NO CHAPEL- Convocation
Tuesday, April 30
Pam Wynn
Thursday, May 2
Deb Braun, Terri Burnor, Cathy Kolwey, and Christine Spiritwolf
Tuesday, May 7
Lori Werch, Kevin Geurink, and
Jayne Helgevold
Thursday, May 9
Bob Albers
Tuesday, May 14
Rich Kooyer and Laura Thompson
Thursday, May 16
FAREWELL TO GRADUATES
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Job Opportunities
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The page includes links to resources and related career opportunity websites. Recently posted:
- Faith Formation Director Union Congregational Church, Elk River MN
- Full Time Minister Shenandoah Congregational (UCC), Shenandoah, Iowa
- Associate Chaplain for Religious and Spiritual Life Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX
- Director of Youth Ministry (full-time)
Presbyterian-Congregational (UCC) Church, Ashland WI
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About us
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United Theological Seminary
of the Twin Cities
3000 Fifth Street NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
Phone: 651.633.4311
Fax: 651.633.4315
Toll free: 800.937.1316
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FROM THE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE
6:30 PM at Plymouth Congregational Church
 Rev. Dr. Barbara A. Holmes will be inaugurated as the eighth president of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities.
Rev. Dr. Renita Weems, vice president of academic affairs, American Baptist College, will deliver the inaugural address.
Students, Faculty and Staff:
Do you have a question for Dr. B?
Dr. B will entertain questions and informal discussion.
Thursday, April 11
12:15 - 1:15 PM
The Strobel Room
Bring your lunch with you.
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SEMINARY NEWS
Book Celebration
Eleazar Fernandez
Tuesday, April 16
12:15 PM Lunch Discussion
Strobel Room  Please join for a lunch discussion to celebrate the recent publication of "New Overtures: Asian North American Theology in the 21st Century" based on essays in honor of Fumitaka Matsuoka.
The respondents will be Cathy Pino, United MDiv student, Barbara A. Holmes, president , and Nantawan Lewis, Professor and Chair of the Department of Ethnic and Religious Studies, Metropolitan State University and Interim Chair of the Steering Committee of Association of Asian/North American Theological Educators. Editor of Revolution of Spirit, co-editor of Sister Struggling in the Spirit and Remembering Conquest: Feminist/Womanist Perspectives on Religion, Colonization and Sexual Violence. Author of many articles on religion, sex trafficking and sexual violence against Asian and Asian American women.
Please bring your lunch to the Strobel Room for the discussion.
Spring Convocation
The Church's Public Witness
April 24-25, 2013
In collaboration with United's Center for Public Ministry, this year's Spring Convocation explores the role of faith communities and their calling to do justice - from theological, prophetic and practical perspective. Check the website for program details and information about presenters and panelists: - Sarah Bellamy
"Theatre as Public Witness" - Jennifer Butler
"The Path to Irrelevance" & "Finding Our Way Back" - Eleazar S. Fernandez
"Letting Justice Roll: God in Public" - Steven Newcom
panel: "The Place of Public Ministry" - Paul Slack
panel: "The Place of Public Ministry"
Whether you are a United alum, active in ministry or exploring your own spiritual path, join us for this invigorating topic. Space is limited; register now.
Book Event
Pamela Wynn and the Laurel Poetry Collective
Tuesday, April 30 11:35 AM Chapel Service
12:15 PM Lunch Discussion April is Poetry Month, so honor this special time by celebrating Body of Evidence, edited by United alum and adjunct professor Pamela Wynn. Body of Evidence is the final publication of the Laurel Poetry Collective and includes the reflections of each member on their relationship with poetry and their experience as part of the Collective. This event begins with a chapel service on poetry and spirituality and continues with a luncheon discussion with Pam and members of the Laurel Collective. Lunch is available for purchase in the Context Café.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Event for Students: What I wish I had known when I was graduating from seminary
Tuesday, April 9
12:15-1:15 PM
Small Dining Room
Come and listen to - and ask questions of - a panel of UTS alums speak about their experiences searching for meaningful work after seminary. Panelists include people working in chaplaincy, congregation-based ministry, non-profit, and advocacy fields.
Bring your lunch. Dessert provided.
Questions? Contact Kiely Todd Roska, Interim Alumni/ae Relations Coordinator: 651-255-6121 or ktoddroska@unitedseminary.edu
A note of thanks
The Holmes family is grateful to the seminary community for your many expressions of sympathy and support.
United Students to give presentation at the SDI Conference
United students Anna Larson and Duke Addicks, and Dakota Elder Bob KIanderud, will present the Saturday, April 13, evening program at the Spiritual Directors International (SDI) Conference in St. Paul. Their program will center on traditional Upper Mississippi River compassion and spirituality. Dr. B will give the keynote address at this same conference on Thursday evening April 11.
The program will include a duet on Native American flutes, an invitation to the powers of the traditional directions with drum, and chanting and prayer in the Dakota language. Anna will tell the true story of Conch Woman, a fifteen-year-old woman who drowned in Glacial Lake Pelican ten thousand years ago. Anna will lead the audience in singing the traditional songs 'Ancient Mother' and 'The Earth Is Our Mother' in Dakota. Bob and Duke will tell stories including 'First Flute', 'Seventh Direction' and true stories from Duke's experiences with local spirits (ghosts) while chief justice of a local tribal court.
The program will be at the Crown Plaza Hotel in downtown St. Paul on Saturday April 13 at 7:30 PM. The donation for students with ID will be $5, others $25, all proceeds go to SDI's New Contemplative Scholarship Fund. Conference attendees who have a name badge will be admitted free. For more information contact Duke Addicks at: 651.643.0622 or addicks.storyflute@gmail.com
Applying for Financial Aid for 2013/14
FAFSA's for the 2013/14 academic year
are now available at www.fafsa.gov.
If you plan to apply for need based aid and/or a federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford student loan and you will be enrolled at least half time in a Masters Degree program (Doctor of Ministry students can apply for student loans) at UTS you must complete the FAFSA. The UTS school code is G02386. Need based aid from UTS is awarded on a first come first served basis. There is no guarantee that funds will be available if you wait too long to complete the FAFSA. If you have any questions contact Michelle Turnau at mturnau@unitedseminary.edu or 651.255.6117.
Student Intern writes for JRLC Blog
Jennifer McNally is serving as an intern for the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition (JRLC) and recently wrote a blog post. Read "Top 10 Reasons to Call Your Legislators"
Sunday, May 19 at 3:00 PM
Plymouth Congregational Church, Minneapolis
Click here for commencement weekend information.
Graduate invitations are ready for pickup at Deb Olsen's desk.
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eBook Trial
The Spencer Library, as part of the Minnesota Theological Library Association (MTLA), has been invited by Palgrave/Macmillan Publishing to assist in creating a subject list of eBook titles of interest to graduate level religion scholars. During March and April you are encouraged to browse the Palgrave eBook collection of over 8,000 titles and suggest titles of interest. At the end of this trial period, Palgrave/Macmillan will give each MTLA seminary the opportunity to purchase any of the suggested titles. To participate, visit our
Online Reference Works Available
Did you know the Spencer Library has some great online reference works available to all current students and faculty? It's true! Check out our Electronic Reference Sources area located on our e-Reference page and take 'em for a spin; and come back often because we'll be adding more in the near future!
Of particular interest is the Oxford Biblical Studies Online, a "comprehensive resource for the study of the Bible and biblical history. The integration of authoritative scholarly texts and reference works with tools that provide ease of research into the background, context, and issues related to the Bible make Oxford Biblical Studies Online a valuable resource not only for college students, scholars, and clergy, but also anyone in need of an authoritative, ecumenical, and up-to-date resource."
(Oxford University Press. "About Oxford Biblical Studies Online." http://www.oup.com/obso/about/ accessed March 8, 2013)
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INSTITUTE FOR THE SUPPORT OF PASTORAL MINISTRIES
Pastoral Care and Counseling with Couples
Monday, May 6, 9:00 - 3:30 PMInstructor: Christie Neuger
In this course we will explore various aspects of the theory and practice of pastoral counseling with couples over typical family life cycles. We will look at the kinds of needs that couples are likely to have including: preparation for marriage, addressing couple conflict, communication challenges, making decisions about separation and divorce, and seeking couple enrichment.
Fee: $65.00, $35.00 for students in a degree program at United Registration form (printable)
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EVENTS OF INTEREST
Science and Religion in Conversation:
Celebrating the Career of Ian G. Barbour
as he nears his 90th birthday
April 9, 2013, 7:30 PMUniversity of St. Thomas, John Roach Center Auditorium (JRC126)2115 Summit Ave, St Paul MN 55105 Professor Ian Barbour, winner of the Templeton Prize and one of the eminent figures in the science and religion dialogue, has been perhaps the most well-known figure in the field of science and religion for the last 40 years. In fact, Ian Barbour did much to found this interdisciplinary study in the contemporary academy. Alan Padgett, Ph.D., Luther Seminary, will present Professor Barbour's outstanding accomplishments. Nathan Hallanger, Ph.D., Augsburg College, will present a paper, "A Brief History of Ian Barbour's Work," following by a short video of Barbour. Barbour will respond, taking questions and answers from the audience. A short reception will follow.
For more information, contact Dr. Philip Rolnik, Professor of Theology at St. Thomas and Chair, STN, 651.962.5319, parolnick@stthomas.edu.
The event is free and open to the public.
Muslims in the Twin Cities: Challenges and Prospects
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
7:30 - 9:00 PM
3M Auditorium, Owens Science Center
University of St. Thomas, St. Paul Campus
Panel Discussion
Speakers: A Lori Saroya, Abdisalam Adam and Makram El-Amin
The object of the panel is to help the audience understand what challenges Muslims in the Twin Cities community are facing and how Muslim leaders are helping the community overcome these challenges. This is an opportunity to educate and to bring an awareness to the public/students about Islam and Muslims,
Free and open to the public
Dine out. Do Good. April 25.
Dining Out For Life, Thursday, April 25, 2013
When you dine out on April 25, the participating restaurants will donate a portion of the proceeds to The Aliveness Project and Rural AIDS Action Network. For more information, visit diningoutforlife.com
or call 612.824.5433. If you can volunteer as a restaurant ambassador, please sign up at aliveness.org
Why Does Every Pastor Need Coach Training?
Professional Coach Training: Developing Ministry Excellence and Effectiveness
May 6-9, 2013 at Robbinsdale United Church of Christ
For additional information please visit: http://coaching4clergy.com
C.S. Lewis - THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS
Directed by Max McLean
TWO GREAT OFFERS:
* Save $10 on Great Seats! (When you buy two $49 or $59 tix. Use code HPR11)
* Save More on Groups of 10 or more! Call 866.476.8707
Friday, May 10 at 8:00 PM and Saturday, May 11 at 4 and 8:00 PM
Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis
For more information and tickets visit www.ScrewtapeOnStage.com or call 612.339.7007. This is limited offer, subject to availability and not valid on previously purchased tickets. Venue service fees apply on all purchases.
Rethinking Evangelism: Faithful witness in a new apostolic era
July 22-24, 2013
Luther Seminary
What does it mean to give witness to the Good News of Jesus Christ in an increasingly diverse and pluralistic society? How can we "give an account for the hope that is within us ... with all gentleness and reverence" (2 Peter 3:15-16), reclaiming evangelism as a central practice for Christians in daily life today? Read more and register.
Team Wheel Help
Team Wheel Help is riding again this year as part of our effort to beat Multiple Sclerosis (and to help find solutions for those already living with MS). We have several UTS students and friends living with MS and would like to invite any UTS students, faculty, staff, family, and friends to join us this summer for either the MS TRAM (week long ride from July 14-19 in northern Minnesota) or for the MS150 (weekend ride June 7-9 from Duluth to Minneapolis). They are great rides and are quite "doable" for most folks who bike a bit throughout the spring and summer months. I'd love to have UTS represented along the route!! There are camping and hotel/B & B options for overnight options - AND, if anyone has an RV or would like to join us without biking (and help set up camping or other arrangements, let us know).
If you're not into biking, though, or aren't able to join us for the ride--please consider donating to our efforts. We collect monetary donations, and appreciate every one! We also collect used cell phones and recycle them - last year, UTS students, staff, faculty, and friends helped us raise over $700 in recycled cell phone funds!!! Used phones can be donated anytime and placed in the box outside of Michelle Rodriguez's office in McMillan Center or in my UTS mailbox #172 anytime.
Contact Karen Evenson (Team Wheel Help captain) with questions or to register or donate: kevenson@unitedseminary.edu or 763.370.4245. Online registration/donation links with more info about the rides:
MS 150
MS TRAM
Native Ministries Consortium
Summer School 2013
Training for Leadership in Ministry
July 8 - 19, 2013
Vancouver School of Theology,www.vst.edu
Read more about the offerings and register online.
Strategies for Trauma Awareness and Resilience (STAR)
Learn to provide trauma-informed and resilience-oriented care
to address individual and community trauma.
The STAR Training is a 4 & 1/2 day evidenced-based training integrating trauma healing & resilience, neuropsychology, restorative justice, nonviolent peacebuilding, conflict transformation, and broadly defined spirituality teaching positive alternatives to revenge to address individual and community trauma.
STAR offers 27 hours of board approved continuing education for social workers, psychologists, LMFT, LPC, LPCC, LADC, nurses & educators.
The STAR training is accessible to professionals as well as laypersons.
* 98% of graduates rated STAR "very good" to "excellent."
*100% of STAR graduates reported gaining increased confidence and practical skills to identify types of trauma, break cycles of violence and build resilience.
For more further information please access online information and registration for the following STAR Training dates:
Fri-Sun October 11-13 &
Sat-Sun October 26-27www.starmpls4.eventbrite.com
or 612.377.4660 to register by mail and answer any questions.
As needed, donors have provided scholarship assistance for those who have the interest and time to participate in STAR but lack the financial resources for full tuition. Please contact Donna Minter at STAR.Mpls@gmail.com about the scholarship application process now.
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