Healthy Dialogue Series with Megan DeFranza

Student Center

Join us for a Seminary / Clergy Conversation with Megan DeFranza, author of Sex Difference in Christian Theology: Male, Female, and Intersex in the Image of God. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly for food and pass along materials for you to read and listen to prior to the event!

Monthly Mini Colloquium

Student Center

Dr. Ronald Feenstra will speak on "Reformed and Catholic Views of Baptism: Theological Differences over a Unifying Rite." All students, faculties, and staff are invited. Please RSVP to Dr. Thianto so he can plan accordingly for lunch.

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

 Event Series: Chapel Our 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…

Monthly Mini Colloquium

Student Center

The Monthly Mini Colloquium is back. You are cordially invited to a gathering of students, staff, and faculty where we learn from each other. This month Prof. Daniel Daley will talk about his most recent research topic: "Heirs with Christ: Inheritance in Paul's Letters and the Ancient World." The mini colloquium will be held on…

Friends Around the World Kick-Off

Student Center

Friends Around the World is an RSAT-run program that provides an opportunity for CTS students from different parts of the world to build friendships and learn about cultures that are different from their own. What these meetings look like and how often you meet is up to each individual pairing. Maybe it's coffee at Peet's…

Healthy Dialogue Series 

Student Center

Mark Yarhouse at CTS - Feb. 8 Mark Yarhouse, author of Emerging Gender Identities will be at Calvin Seminary for a Seminary/Clergy Conversation on Thursday, February 8, at noon in the Student Center. RSVP here so we can provide lunch and so you will receive a short article and podcast link to help frame the conversation. Yarhouse…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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. Our readings for next week are: Psalms 67, 68 and Acts 4:1-6:7. We’ll listen together and then enjoy the lunch that is provided.   The goal of this…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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. Our readings for this week are: Psalms 65, 66, and Acts 1-3.  Join us for PRS and a tasty meal to follow! The goal of this spiritual…

Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration

Student Center

On Friday, November 24, at 4:00 pm in the Student Center, the Residential Student Advisory Team (RSAT), with the help of Eric Lynch, is hosting a dinner for students and families looking for a traditional US Thanksgiving Dinner. (Staff and Faculty are welcome, too!) The turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing will be provided, and those…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our readings for next week are: Psalms 63, 64, and Luke 22-24. All students, faculty, and staff are invited. Join us for PRS and a tasty meal to follow!   Our 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…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

PRS (Public Reading of Scripture) is held on Tuesdays at noon in the Student Center, where hearing scripture in the community forms us in Christ for ministry. Our readings for today are Psalms 61, 62, and Luke 19-21.  Join us for PRS and a tasty meal to follow!

Healthy Dialogue Series

Student Center

Calvin Seminary is hosting "Interested Clergy Conversation" for two upcoming speakers that Calvin University is bringing to the Student Center as part of its Healthy Dialogue Series.  These events are open to all CTS faculty, staff and students along with local clergy and CTS alumni.  Amy Peeler, author of Women and the Gender of God…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Spouse and Family Ministries Dinner

Student Center

Spouse and Family Ministries invites all seminary student spouses to a dinner to celebrate YOU!  We will meet in the Student Center at the seminary on Thursday, October 19th, at 6:00 p.m. for a special time of food, fun, and fellowship. Please sign up here. If you have any questions you may email Jackie Medenblik at jackiemedenblik5@gmail.com or the Student Life Office at studentlife@calvinseminary.edu.…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Monthly Mini Colloquium

Student Center

Students, staff and faculty are cordially invited to the Monthly Mini Colloquium on Monday, October 16 from 12:30 - 1:15 PM in the Student Center. We will hear from Dr. Wilson Cunha who will speak on "Ancient Israelite Liturgy and Prophecy: How the Prophet Amos Used Hymns to Persuade His Audience." If you plan to…

Candidacy Connect Dinner

Student Center

If you are considering ordination in the CRCNA or if you are already heading down that path, the Candidacy office invites you to attend one of the "Candidacy Connection Dinners" that we will be hosting for CTS students this fall. These dinners will be an opportunity to connect with the Candidacy Director, Susan LaClear, and…

Scholarship “thank you” note writing party

Student Center

Thursday, October 5 12:00 pm  Location: Student Center  Save the date! There will be a scholarship thank-you note writing party in the Student Center. This is a fun and easy way to fulfill your responsibility to write thank-you notes to your scholarship donors. Lunch will be provided, along with cards, envelopes, and examples of what information to include in…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Candidacy Connect Dinner

Student Center

If you are considering ordination in the CRCNA or if you are already heading down that path, the Candidacy office invites you to attend one of the "Candidacy Connection Dinners" that we will be hosting for CTS students this fall. These dinners will be an opportunity to connect with the Candidacy Director, Susan LaClear, and…

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

Monthly Mini Colloquium

Student Center

This academic year we will be having monthly mini colloquia where a faculty or staff member presents a paper that they prepare for a conference or publication and students, faculty, and staff are invited to hear the presentation and provide constructive feedback. The colloquia will be held on every third Monday of the month, at 12:30…

Seminary Picnic

Student Center

All students, staff, faculty, and families are invited to the Seminary Picnic! Opening Prayer - 5:30pm in the Student Center

Event Series Chapel

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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…

50th Reunion

Student Center

We 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.…

End-of-Year Picnic and Ping-Pong Finals

Student Center

Come early for food and a good seat! At 12:30pm, we'll gather in the Student Center for the finals of our Ping-Pong Tournament (singles and doubles), while enjoying a picnic lunch to celebrate the end of the year. Don't miss the fun and excitement! Cheer the players! Watch amazing plays! Enjoy food and fellowship!

Reading Greek

Student Center

It's that simple. Whether you're new to Greek or not, we need to practice the skill of reading the New Testament in its original language. We'll begin by walking through 1 Thessalonians verse by verse, talking about the text as we go. Feel free to join Jesse Zandee with or without your lunch in the…

Dialogos

Student Center

Conversation is one of the most important skills for ministry and teaching. As disciples, we don't just "dialogue" with one another. We have the word (logos) of Christ that unites us and can move through us when we gather together. Colossians 3:16 encourages us "Let the word (logos) of Christ dwell in you richly; teaching…

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Reading Greek

Student Center

It's that simple. Whether you're new to Greek or not, we need to practice the skill of reading the New Testament in its original language. We'll begin by walking through 1 Thessalonians verse by verse, talking about the text as we go. Feel free to join Jesse Zandee with or without your lunch in the…

Dialogos

Student Center

Conversation is one of the most important skills for ministry and teaching. As disciples, we don't just "dialogue" with one another. We have the word (logos) of Christ that unites us and can move through us when we gather together. Colossians 3:16 encourages us "Let the word (logos) of Christ dwell in you richly; teaching…

CRC Office of Race Relations Day

Student Center

April 26th will be the Office of Race Relations Day. We will have a special chapel worship service with the staff from the ORR as well as students who have received the Race Relationships scholarships. The ORR will set a table at the Student Center between 10:00 am and 2:30 pm, so be sure to…

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Reading Greek

Student Center

It's that simple. Whether you're new to Greek or not, we need to practice the skill of reading the New Testament in its original language. We'll begin by walking through 1 Thessalonians verse by verse, talking about the text as we go. Feel free to join Jesse Zandee with or without your lunch in the…

Dialogos

Student Center

Conversation is one of the most important skills for ministry and teaching. As disciples, we don't just "dialogue" with one another. We have the word (logos) of Christ that unites us and can move through us when we gather together. Colossians 3:16 encourages us "Let the word (logos) of Christ dwell in you richly; teaching…

Chaplaincy Day

Student Center

On 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!

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Event Series Town Hall

Town Hall

Student Center

Prof. 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…

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Event Series Town Hall

Town Hall – Neal Plantinga Book Launch

Student Center

The 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…

Celebrate Our Missionary-in-Residence, Dr. Stan Kruis

Student Center

On 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!

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Healthy Dialogue Series – “Interested Clery Conversation”

Student Center

CTS 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,…

Dies Natalis (Seminary Birthday)

Student Center

Come 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…

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.

Event Series Town Hall

Town Hall

Student Center

God's Mission in Oman and India Join us for lunch in the Student Center on Wednesday, March 15, at 12:30pm as we hear of some recent mission experiences: MDiv student Debbie Jin and her trip to Oman and MDiv student Dylan Harper and Professor Vandermolen and their recent mission experiences in India. You can also join…

Public Reading of Scripture

Student Center

Our 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.