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Dies Natalis (Seminary Birthday)
Student CenterCome one, come all, to celebrate Dies Natalis with the Calvin Seminary community. As you all know, Calvin Theological Seminary began its journey in 1876 and this is our way of celebrating the birthday of the seminary. Join us, March 22, from 12:15-1:30 for a time of fellowship, celebration, and gratitude (and an occasional laugh as well). Traditionally this…
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Prayer and Fasting for the Muslim World
Upper RoomJoin in prayer & fasting for the Muslim World this noon. The Muslim fasting month of Ramadan began yesterday. Martin Kamaidan – CTS student in Nigeria – will join us by Zoom to inform us about Islam and Ramadan. Then we will pray for Muslims,for outreach to them, and for improved relations between Muslims and Islam. No sign up needed. Fasting is voluntary (but…
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Women of the Seminary Event
Watermark Country ClubJackie Medenblik cordially invites all women of the seminary to join her at Watermark Country Club on Thursday evening, March 23rd at 6pm for dinner and an evening of fellowship. Author and speaker, Laura DeGroot, will be speaking about her book, Live Wide Awake. All women of the seminary including students, staff, faculty, and spouses are…
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Healthy Dialogue Series – “Interested Clery Conversation”
Student CenterCTS is hosting "Interested Clergy Conversation" Calvin University is bringing to the Student Center as part of its Healthy Dialogue Series. Saturday, March 25 - 9:00 am to 10:30 am Bridget Eileen Riversa, author of Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBT Christians Experience Harm in the Church published by Brazos Press Hot Breakfast buffet starts at 8:30 am,…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester - Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from the Psalms, Genesis, and Matthew. We'll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.
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Celebrate Our Missionary-in-Residence, Dr. Stan Kruis
Student CenterOn Wednesday after chapel we will have a celebration in the Student Center, recognizing Dr. Stan Kruis' two years of faithful service as our Missionary-in-Residence. We'll have a short program honoring Dr. Kruis and his wife, Bessie, while we enjoy donuts together. Don't miss it!
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Town Hall – Neal Plantinga Book Launch
Student CenterThe Development Office is pleased to invite you to a noon lunch with a presentation by former Calvin Seminary President Neal Plantinga on his recent book Under the Wings of God. Next Wednesday, March 29, lunch will be served at 12:00 noon in the Student Center followed by Prof. Scott Hoezee interviewing Dr. Plantinga on…
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Communication’s Lunch & Learn
Upper RoomSeminary faculty and staff are invited to a Lunch & Learn hosted by the Communications Office! Come learn more about what our office is up to, the ways in which we can serve you & your department, and a deeper look into our social media platforms. There will also be a time to ask questions!
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester - Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from the Psalms, Genesis, and Matthew. We'll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.
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Town Hall
Student CenterProf. Mary Vanden Berg Book Event Join us at 12:30pm on Wednesday, April 12, for a book event for Professor Vanden Berg and her new book, Aquinas, Science, and Human Uniqueness: An Integrated Approach to the Question of What Makes Us Human. The lunch will be served beginning at 12:20pm in the Student Center followed by…
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Volunteer Luncheon
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Movie Night: “Luminous”
AuditoriumOn Monday evening, April 17, at 7:00pm, Calvin Seminary will be hosting a screening of the film Luminous in the Seminary Auditorium. Luminous is a feature documentary that follows Calvin University astronomy professor Dr. Larry Molnar's effort to find the unfindable - a star about to explode, and the international response to his prediction about the star. Dr. Molnar,…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester - Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from the Psalms, Genesis, and Matthew. We'll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.
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Chaplaincy Day
Student CenterOn Wednesday, April 19, we're hosting a Chaplaincy Day. We'll have a chaplain speaking in chapel, and there will be Pine Rest, Army, and Navy chaplains available in the Student Center to talk with you about chaplaincy, including over Andrea's pizza during lunch. Mark your calendars now!
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Safety Training
AuditoriumWe will be hosting a Safety Training available for all Calvin Seminary faculty, staff and students on Thursday, April 20 at noon in the Auditorium. Bill Corner, the Director of Campus Safety at Calvin University, will lead the training, which will include general safety guidelines and also active shooter training.
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester - Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from the Psalms, Genesis, and Matthew. We'll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.
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Chapel
ChapelOn Wednesday, April 26, at 10:00am in the chapel, PhD student Sam Ha will be speaking from Deuteronomy 10:14-19, "Sojourners Loving Sojourners." Representatives of the CRCNA Office of Race Relations will participate and will host our donut fellowship afterward in the Student Center. You can also join online at this link.
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester - Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from the Psalms, Genesis, and Matthew. We'll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.
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President’s Legacy Society of CTS
Prince Conference Center and Hotel 1800 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, United StatesDescription:*Faculty & Staff & Donors Each year, we hold a luncheon at the Prince Center and provide a highlight of our ministry or a recent book. This year, Karin Maag will interview Yudha Thianto about his still new book, An Explorer's Guide to John Calvin. RSVP to Laura Palsrok.
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Graduate Open House & Chapel
ChapelGraduate Open House & Chapel On Friday, May 19, from 9:00am until noon, we will host an Open House at the Seminary for our 2023 graduates and their families. Staff and faculty will be in their offices so that students and their families can connect and take pictures, etc. At 10:00am that morning, we will have…
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50th Reunion
Student CenterWe welcome the Class of 1973 for their 50th Reunion! There will be a dinner and a short program on Friday, May 19th. Punch reception starts at 5:00 pm and dinner starts at 6:00 pm. Dr. Yudha Thianto will offer a short program, and there will be an opportunity to tour the renovated seminary building.…
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International Student Orientation
Calvin Theological Seminary 3233 Burton ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States2023 Fall International Student Orientation Welcome to International Students and families! Orientation Schedule Monday, August 21: 10:00 - 10:30am Chapel 10:30 - 11:30am Introduction of students and families 11:30am - 12:00pm Tour of CTS building and Calvin Campus 12:00 - 12:45pm Lunch 12:45 - 1:15pm Food Pantry Tuesday, August 22: 9:00 - 9:30am Seminary…
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EPMC Orientation
Calvin Theological Seminary 3233 Burton ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesTuesday, August 22 Calvin Seminary Visit Day 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Room 141 Wednesday, August 23 VFO Retreat Day Seminary Chapel
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2023 ThM/PhD Orientation
Calvin Theological Seminary 3233 Burton ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States2023 Fall Orientation for ThM & PhD Students Monday, August 28 9:00AM - 11:45AM ThM/PhD Seminar 12:00PM - 1:00PM Seminar Lunch 1:00PM - 2:00PM ThM/PhD Seminar at Hekman Library Tuesday, August 29 9:00AM - 11:45AM ThM/PhD Seminar Wednesday, August 30 8:30AM - 9:30AM Continental Breakfast 9.30AM - 10:00AM Chapel 10:00AM - 12:00PM Welcome…
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2023 New Student Orientation
Calvin Theological Seminary 3233 Burton ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States2023 Fall Orientation for new Residential students Wednesday, August 30 8:30AM - 9:30AM Continental Breakfast 9.30AM - 10:00AM Chapel 10:00AM - 12:00PM Welcome & Community Building 12:00PM - 1:00PM Lunch 1:00PM - 2:00PM Meetings with Advisors and Program Directors 2:00PM - 3:00PM Tour of Hekman Library 3:00PM - 3:30PM Food Pantry Thursday, August 31…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Chapel
ChapelProf. Scott Hoezee， the director of the Center for Excellence in Preaching, will speak on Luke 6:17-26. Luke's version of The Beatitudes differs in interesting ways from the better known version in Matthew 5. In this Chapel meditation we will ponder the message of The Beatitudes in Luke 6 and its meaning for our daily lives…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Seminary Housing Potluck
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Distance Learning Morning Matins
Classroom 141Distance Learning students, come for a time of scripture and prayer before morning classes this week. We'll meet in Classroom 141 from 7:45-7:55 am to read scripture and pray together. What better way to start your day? Come join us!
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Distance Learning Chapel and Lunch
ChapelChapel worship for the Distance Learning Intensive Week will be on Wednesday, October 11, at 12:30 pm in the chapel. Rev. Denise Posie will speak from Deuteronomy 8:2-10 on "Don't Forget to Remember." Come join us for worship with the Lord's Supper, followed by lunch in the Student Center.
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Distance Learning Morning Matins
Classroom 141Distance Learning students, come for a time of scripture and prayer before morning classes this week. We'll meet in Classroom 141 from 7:45-7:55 am to read scripture and pray together. What better way to start your day? Come join us!
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Distance Learning Morning Matins
Classroom 141Distance Learning students, come for a time of scripture and prayer before morning classes this week. We'll meet in Classroom 141 from 7:45-7:55 am to read scripture and pray together. What better way to start your day? Come join us!
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Teaching in Indonesia
Classroom 141If you feel called to serve by teaching Bible or Theology in another country while learning about the life, culture, religion, and people of that country, you may want to start thinking about teaching in Indonesia. On Thursday, October 19 a team from Sekolah Pelita Harapan (Pelita Harapan School) in Indonesia will be at CTS to have an…
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Mentoring Group for Student Spouses
via ZoomIf you are interested in being part of a Mentoring Group for student spouses there is an opportunity to join a group led by Jan Gelder, meeting by ZOOM twice a month beginning Tuesday, October 24 at 9:30am. We plan to study I Choose Peace by Chip Ingram. We also share our prayer concerns and…
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Public Reading of Scripture
Student CenterOur Tuesday rhythm of Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) continues this semester – Tuesdays at noon, in the Student Center as we continue listening together to God’s Word from Luke/Acts. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided. The goal of this spiritual practice is to: Build community among students, faculty, and staff Create…
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Chapel
ChapelPhD student Manuel Gallardo will be speaking on Philemon 8-21, "In Search of Concrete Models of Reconciliation: A Case Study from Paul's Epistle to Philemon." Come and worship on Wednesday, October 25, at 10:00 am in the chapel or livestream here. Donut fellowship in the Student Center to follow.
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Formational Bible Reading Group
Classroom 142We often read the Bible for information, especially for class, sermons, teaching. How do we read the Bible for formation, so that it shapes us? Join us on Thursdays from noon to 1:00pm in Classroom 142 as we learn and practice disciplines for reading the Word of God as formation. We are working on a manuscript…
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CPI Film Screening: Behind Our Walls
Covenant Fine Arts Center 1795 Knollcrest Circle Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesYou are warmly invited to a screening of the documentary Behind Our Walls at Calvin University's Covenant Fine Arts Center (CFAC) on Thursday, October 26, at 7:00 p.m. Behind Our Walls tells the story of a group of inmates in Michigan, as they seek a college education behind bars through the Calvin Prison Initiative, a joint program…