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Understanding Reformed Identity from a Teaching, Learning, & Scholarship Perspective

Calvin Seminary identifies as a Reformed seminary. What does this look like in the classroom? Is the type of Reformed learning that takes place at Calvin Seminary unique?  Calvin Theological…

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Coming Around the Table To Explore Our Reformed Identity

Calvin Theological Seminary recently hosted two roundtables to discuss the Reformed tradition and how it shapes life and learning at the seminary. The following excerpt is adapted from these discussions…

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Letter From The President

Dear CTS Supporter: It happened almost every time that I introduced myself as pastor of New Life Christian Reformed Church to a person who was unfamiliar with the denomination or…

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What does it mean to be Reformed?

During my graduate studies in Scotland, I sometimes attended social gatherings with theology students and professors—one senior professor in particular always made new students anxious. She did not really have…

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Behind Our Walls: The Calvin Prison Initiative and the Power of Second Chances

On October 2, 2023, Nate Roels took home the ‘Best Documentary’ award from the Grand Rapids Film Festival. His award-winning film? Behind Our Walls, a documentary that follows the lives…

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Calvin Theological Seminary Hosts Speaker on Israel-Palestine Conflict

Last month, CTS hosted a powerful conversation about seeking peace in Israel and Palestine. From the devastating October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas to widespread Israeli retaliation, the suffering…

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Taking the Leap

Taking the Leap   New students make up largest class in recent years When Evie Dykhouse completed her undergraduate degree at Trinity Christian College in 2022, she already had her…

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New Opportunities for Students Open Up through Latino Ministries

From 2013 to 2023, Calvin Theological Seminary’s Latino Ministries program served five cohorts of Spanish-speaking students called to Latino ministries. Thanks to founding director Dr. Mariano Avila, the program has…

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How to Study Theology: A Beginner’s Guide

Interested in studying theology but not sure where to start? This beginner’s guide makes it easy to learn how to study theology and grow in your faith.

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