Calvin Seminary Blog
A Milestone for the Calvin Prison Initiative
The Calvin Prison Initiative is well known in Michigan educational circles, but now it is recognized at the national level as well. James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education, visited…
New Staff Member: Kim Benedict
Kim Benedict Development Data and Donor Communications Coordinator Hello, I’m Kim Benedict, the newest member of the seminary’s development team. I grew up in Seattle and also spent a…
The Hospitality of God
Over the years I’ve dipped into etiquette books quite often, particularly those of Judith Martin, aka Miss Manners. I do it because the books are deceptively important. On the surface…
The Priesthood of All Believers
Do auto shop teachers and principals and dental office secretaries have a place on God’s mission map? In this video, institute director and Calvin Theological Seminary professor Cory B. Willson…
What’s in a name? Rebranding IGCPR
This fall we are excited to announce the change we’ve worked on over spring and summer 2022—a chance to realign our name with our focus, equipping the priesthood of all…
Theology for All Spheres
How does theology fit into your work and calling? Institute director and Calvin Theological Seminary professor Cory B. Willson reflects on how theological education can prepare students in every sphere…
Theology and Work
In this recent video, institute director and Calvin Theological Seminary professor Cory B. Willson speaks on theology and work, reminding us that “God cares about not only redeeming his creation,…
When Seminary Surprises
With one semester of undergraduate study left, Ruan Bessa was ready for the next step in his ministry formation. That’s precisely when his friend Eduardo, a Calvin alumnus, told him…
Is Seminary for Me?
The short answer is “yes!” Seminary is intended for you, to train and be formed for a ministry of cultivating communities of disciples. The long answer starts with “no, not…
What Can You Do with a Theology Degree?
Learn about the different types of theology degrees available at Calvin and what you can do with a theology degree when you graduate.
A Story of Divine Hospitality
Jenica Groot-Nibbelink’s path seemed clear. She had completed bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English and was enjoying her work as a ministry intern with a CRC campus ministry at Western…
You Will Be Known Here
How a revamped MDiv resonates with ministry professionals It was 1993 and David Rylaarsdam was leaving seminary as an ordained pastor full of knowledge, but lacking confidence. Still facing lingering…
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