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General Seminary Board Requests Nominations for Honorary Doctorate

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

October 1, 2017

Dear General Seminary Community:

We are writing to you as the Honorary Degree Committee of the General Seminary Board of Trustees.

We are delighted to ask for your assistance in identifying distinguished candidates for the General Theological Seminary degree of Doctor of Divinity honoris causa.

We welcome recommendations that reflect the vast and diverse experience of the Church. Recipients of this honor have historically come from a large range of gifted individuals, including those who have made outstanding contributions in these realms:

Christian mission,
theological discourse and scholarship,
significant leadership in the Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion, as well as leadership in ecumenical mission,
as distinguished lay persons of diverse ministries,
as leaders in parish ministry (lay and ordained), and
as leaders in public, ethical and policy realms.

New Development in Matthews & Watkins’ EES Grant

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

Check out the new website where you can view and download for free the newly released Workbook and Reader’s Guide. Collaborating with Rev. Dr. Tommie Watkins Jr., we will be offering a 7-week online course with the Church Divinity School of the Pacific (CDSP) as part of their CALL (Center for Anglican Learning and Leadership) continuing education program in winter 2018 and a one-day training workshop at the Beeckan Center of the School of Theology at the University of the South (Sewanee) in April 2018. Read more...

General Seminary Stands in Support of ERD Hurricane Relief Fund

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

In response to C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of The Episcopal Diocese of Texas, who reached out to us about Hurricane Harvey relief, the General Seminary campus created a campaign to raise money for Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) and specifically, their Hurricane Relief Fund. While the impetus for the fundraiser was Hurricane Harvey, we are grateful that the money we raised will go to the same programs that support Hurricane Irma and most recently Hurricane Maria. Read more...

Part-Time Positions Available at Cypress Hills Assembly of God Church

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

Children’s Church Leader Part-time Positions

Positions: 2

Day: Sunday

Hours: 9:45 am -1:45 pm (4 hours)

Responsibilities include:

Sunday operation of Children’s Church in 2 segments; 10 am to 10:50 am and 11:45 am to 1:15 pm.

Operation will include Interactive Bible Lessons, hands on projects and games. Possible Children’s Choir.

Hours include set up prior to and clean up after segments.

Qualifications:

College courses include Childhood Education

Must be Member in Christian-affiliated Church. Read more...

Schrader’s Recent Study on Mary of Bethany in HTR

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

The most recent edition of Harvard Theological Review features an innovative study by General Seminary’s Scholar-in-Residence, Elizabeth Schrader.

This study examines the text transmission of the figure of Martha of Bethany throughout the Fourth Gospel in over one hundred of our oldest extant Greek and Vetus Latina witnesses. The starting point for this study is instability around Martha in our most ancient witness of John 11–12, Papyrus 66. Read more...

Union of Black Episcopalians Honors Professor Michael Battle

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

From left: Canon Annette Buchanan, the Rev. Dr. Michael Battle, the Rt. Rev. Nathan Baxter, and the Rev. Martini Shaw

During the Gala Dinner of the UBE Annual Business Meeting and Conference on Wednesday, July 26, in Cherry Hill, NJ, the Union of Black Episcopalians awarded the Rev. Dr. Michael Battle the Bishop Quintin Ebenezer Primo Award for Extraordinary Faithfulness in Pastoral and Prophetic Leadership in Ministry. Read more...

Jee Hei Park Joins General Seminary Faculty

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

General Seminary welcomes Jee Hei Park as the Affiliate Professor in New Testament for the 2017-2018 academic year. Jee Hei Park is currently a Doctor of Philosophy candidate in the Christianity in Antiquity program at Fordham University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Philosophy from Yonsei University in Seoul, and her Master in Divinity from Harvard Divinity School. She was a Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE) Doctoral Fellow for 2016-2017. Read more...

2017 Summer Courses Open For Registration

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

This summer, The General Theological Seminary will offer six courses, including a broad range of subject matter. Additionally, in celebration of the 200th anniversary, the seminary invites alumni to come back to campus and audit a course with a 75% discount. Alumni may use the discount code: WELCOMEHOME2017

For more details on any of the courses, or to register – simply visit: http://www.generallearners.com.

Chapel Schedule – February 19-25, 2017

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Worship Schedule
Week starting Sunday, February 19
Week 7 after Epiphany

Sunday, February 19

5:30 pm Evening Prayer, Rite II

Monday, February 20

9:50 am Holy Eucharist (LT Practicum)
5:30 pm Evensong, Rite I

Tuesday, February 21

9:50 am Sung Morning Prayer, Rite II
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Preacher: John Shirley, M.Div. Class of ’17

Wednesday, February 22

5:30 pm Evensong, Rite II

Thursday, February 23

9:50 am Festive Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Polycarp of Smyrna) – Preacher: Young
5:30 pm Festive Evensong, RIte I

Friday, February 24

9:50 am Morning Prayer, Rite II
5:30 pm Evening Rite (Entering Class)

Saturday, February 25

5:30 pm Evening Prayer, Rite II

Refectory Menu – February 20-24

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

GTS Feb 20-24

Monday
Chicken soft tacos
Vegetable soft tacos
Rice and beans
Chicken tortilla soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Tuesday
Beef stroganoff
Buttered pasta
Roasted root vegetables
Butternut squash soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Tuesday Dinner
BBQ Chicken
Mac and cheese
Grilled vegetables
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Wednesday
Mojo Caribbean pork
Stewed yams
Broccoli
Coconut spinach soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Thursday
Shrimp jambalaya
Dirty rice
Fried okra
Beet green soup with ham
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Friday
Horseradish crusted cod
Potato salad
Carrots and peas
Farro vegetable soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

Refectory Menu – Feb 13-17

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

GTS Feb 13-17

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Monday
Chicken pot pie
Mashed potatoes
Roasted cauliflower
Butternut squash soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Tuesday
Roasted pork loin
Lentil pilaf
Roasted parsnips with apples
Carrot soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Tuesday Dinner
Burgers and hot dogs
Corn on the cob
Baked beans
Cole slaw
Fruit
Dessert

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Wednesday
Fried fish with tartar sauce
Fries
Vegetable medley
Tomato soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Thursday
Meatloaf with mushroom gravy
Roasted potatoes
Green beans
Tortellini soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

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Friday
Roast turkey
Sausage stuffing
Brussel sprouts
Black bean soup
Sandwiches
Salad
Fruit
Dessert

Chapel Schedule – February 12-18, 2017

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Worship Schedule
Week starting Sunday, February 12
Week 6 after Epiphany

Sunday, February 12

5:30 pm Evening Prayer, Rite II

Monday, February 13

9:50 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Absalom Jones)
5:30 pm Evensong, Rite I

Tuesday, February 14

9:50 am Sung Morning Prayer, Rite II
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Cyril & Methodius)
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Dr. Altagracia Perez-Bullard

Wednesday, February 15

5:30 pm Evensong, Rite II

Thursday, February 16

9:50 am Festive Holy Eucharist, Rite I – Preacher: The Rev.

General Seminary Receives ATS Accreditation for New Master of Arts in Ministry

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Joshua Bruner • 0 Comments

NEW YORK CITY – The General Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that it has received accreditation from The Association of Theological Schools (ATS) for the Seminary’s new Master of Arts in Ministry (M.A.M.). The M.A. in Ministry degree offers a tailored approach to theological education and formation through several flexible pathways and a variety of specializations. It is the first newly accredited degree program to be implemented at General in over 20 years. Read more...

Chapel Schedule – December 11-16

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Worship Schedule
Week starting Sunday, December 11
Third week of Advent

Sunday, December 11

5:30 pm Evening Prayer, Rite II

Monday, December 12

9:50 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II
5:30 pm Evensong, Rite I

Tuesday, December 13

9:50 am Sung Morning Prayer, Rite II
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Wednesday, December 14

9:00 am Morning Prayer, Rite II

Thursday, December 15

9:00 am Morning Prayer, Rite II

Friday, December 16

9:00 am Morning Prayer, Rite II

Saturday, December 17

*Holiday Mode*

Chapel Schedule – November 27-December 3, 2016

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Worship Schedule
Week starting Sunday, November 27
First week of Advent

Sunday, November 27

5:30 pm Evening Prayer, Rite II

Monday, November 28

9:50 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Kamehameha and Emma)
5:30 pm Evensong, Rite I

Tuesday, November 29

9:50 am Sung Morning Prayer, Rite II
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist, Rite II – Preacher: Jo Ann Jones, M.Div ’17

Wednesday, November 30

5:30 pm Festive Evensong, Rite II

Thursday, December 1

9:50 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II – Preacher: The Very Rev.

“The Crisis for Christians in the Middle East” – Sheen Center for Thought and Culture

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

If you would like to attend, you will need to “purchase” a free ticket using the following link:

https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/10126873

An inter-faith evening forum with religious, civic and academic leaders

How to combat anti-Christian genocide and to support liberty and justice for all peoples in the Middle East

3:45 PM – DOORS OPEN

4:15 – 7:00 PM – PROGRAM

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS:

His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York

Monsignor John E Kozar, President of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association
Ambassador Ronald Lauder, President, World Jewish Congress
Robert Nicholson, The Philos Project
General Raymond Odierno, Ret., 38th Chief of Staff of the Army
Nina Shea, The Hudson Institute

SPEAKERS AND PANELISTS INCLUDE:
Kristiana Arriaga de Bucholz, The Becket Fund
Bishop Gregory John Mansour, Maronite Eparchy of Saint Maron, Brooklyn
Judith Miller, Adjunct Fellow, Manhattan Institute
Professor Michael Reynolds, Princeton University
Juliana Taimoorazy, Iraqi Christian Relief Council
Professor Jack Tannous, Princeton University. Read more...

Refectory Menu – Nov. 28-Dec. 2

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Up Close Editor • 0 Comments

GTS November 28-Dec 2

Monday

Roast beef

Herb roasted potatoes

Glazed carrots

Cream of broccoli soup

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit

Dessert

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Tuesday

Chicken kiev

Cous cous

Cauliflower mash

Veg barley soup

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit

Dessert

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Tuesday Dinner

General Tso chicken

Fried rice

Mixed sautéed vegetables

Assorted dim sum

Salad

Dessert

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Wednesday

Pineapple pork

Mashed potato

Green beans

Rutabaga soup

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit

Dessert

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Thursday

Fish tacos and fixings

Yucca fries

Black bean soup

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit

Dessert

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Friday

Chicken parmesan

Pasta with garlic and olive oil

Vegetable medley

Butternut squash soup

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit

Dessert