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The next generation of faith leaders needs imagination and courage to constructively engage the challenges and opportunities of our age. This is built into how we do things. No matter your degree program, a Drew Theological School education includes interdisciplinary courses that demand out-of-the-box thinking, apprenticeship training that addresses real-world issues and modes of learning that promote adaptability and innovation.
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The Rev. Donna Olivia Owusu-Ansah T’10
Chaplain, JFK Medical Center | Associate Minister, New Hope Baptist Church
The Rev. Dr. Kevin D. Miller T’03,’08
Executive Director of Graduate Admissions, Drew University
Teresita Matos-Post T’14
Executive Director, Beth-El Farmworker Ministry
The Rev. James Lee T’19
Lead Pastor, Wesley United Methodist Church
Olivia DiAgostino T’19
Transformation Program Coordinator, United Methodist Women
STORIES
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 6
Virtual Drew Chapel, guest preacher Kevin Miller
Theological School Students on the Frontline
Thursday, April 15
Virtual Open Doors Event
Friday, April 23
Facing Apocalypse Book Launch Event
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Drew University Women’s Golf at Scrantonon April 14, 2021
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Caspersen School of Graduate Studies Virtual Open Houseon April 14, 2021
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History & Culture: History of the Book Virtual Classon April 14, 2021
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Civic Engagement Showcase & Awards Ceremonyon April 13, 2021
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U.S. in the World: Biden-Harris Administration (Panel #2)on April 12, 2021
Drew Theological School is proud to host a virtual book launch event celebrating the release of Facing Apocalypse: Climate, Democracy and Other Last Chances by Catherine Keller.
Drawing on John’s prophetic Apocalypse, Keller offers a dreamreading of current global crises—of growing tangles of ecological and social degradation. Apocalypse means ‘unveiling,’ not “The End.” It yields not a prediction of coming events, but a parable of present peril and possibility.
The following colleagues and theologians will respond after an introduction by Catherine Keller: Stephen Moore, Carol Wayne White, Tripp Fuller (@trippfuller), John J. Thatamanil.
Register at the link in bio.
#theology #processtheology #apocalypse #religion
Come listen to #DrewTheo students as they share their experiences serving in the medical community throughout the #COVID19 pandemic this Tuesday, April 6th @ 6pm.
Register at the link on our Facebook page.
Dr. Mayra Rivera is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Religion and Latinx Studies at Harvard Divinity School. Rivera received her Ph.D. From Drew University’s Graduate Division of Religion.
The above quote is from her book, “The Touch of Transcendence.” You can also check out her recent conversation with #DrewTheo’s own Catherine Keller, “The coloniality of apocalypse,” at the link in our bio.
This Thursday at 8 pm:
The Drew community will gather to mourn & lament the lives of the 8 people killed in Atlanta last week, 6 of whom were Asian women.
In order to address the systemic violence against Asian bodies, we must first reckon with the violence perpetrated against Asian working class women.
#StopAsianHate at @DrewUniversity and beyond. #DrewTheo
Register:
bit.ly/drewaapi325
An excerpt from Dean Johnson-DeBaufre's message to the Drew Theological School community.
#StopAsianHate
Dismantle systems of oppression.
Strengthen belonging.
Listen.
Learn.
Connect.
Dr. Kate Ott is the Associate Professor of Christian Social Ethics at #DrewTheo.
This quote is from Dr. Ott’s latest book, “Christian Ethics for a Digital Society.” A link to her book can be put in our bio.
Are you discerning a call to ministry in the @unitedmethodistchurch? Are you exploring #seminary or theological education as a part of that journey?
Join all 13 #UMC seminaries and theological schools for our spring seminary fair on March 25th at 3p (est). This is a great chance for you to learn what each school has to offer while hearing from @gbhemleads as well.
You can register at the link in our bio!
Are you interested in one of our programs at #DrewTheo? Check out these upcoming (VIRTUAL) events. They will give you a taste of the #DrewTheo classroom with our own Drew faculty members!
To receive Zoom access register at the “Upcoming Events” tab at the link in our bio.
Dr. Kenneth Ngwa is the Associate Professor of Hebrew Bible at #DrewTheo. He is also the Director of the Religion and Global Health Forum. Learn more about this important initiative at the link in our bio.
Are you discerning whether theological education is a part of your path? Join us for our completely virtual Drew Open Doors event on April 15th and experience a day in the life of a #DrewTheo student.
Registration link is in our bio.
The Rev. Dr. Melanie Johnson-DeBaufre Named Interim Dean of the Theological School:
“The work of the Theological School is vital in Drew’s shared mission to add to the world’s good—promoting peace, faith and understanding—especially during these turbulent times,” said Provost Jessica Lakin. “A leading feminist scholar and a strong advocate for racial, economic and environmental justice, Melanie is well suited to lead the Theological School as it prepares and empowers religious leaders to meet the many challenges of social repair and transformation.”
Link to the article in bio.
Dr. Catherine Keller is the George T. Cobb Professor of Constructive Theology at #DrewTheo.
This quote is from her piece, “Pandemic pandemonium.” Link in our bio.
Are you discerning a call to vocational ministry? Do you want to learn more about degree programs that are a fit for your goals? If so, join us Thursday, February 4th at 7pm (EST) for a virtual information session about our Master of Divinity and M.A. in Theology and Ministry programs. We will be joined by admissions reps as well as our faculty guest, Dr. Kate Ott, Associate Professor of Christian Social Ethics. Come with your best questions, or just listen in and learn 🤓
Register (or apply) at the links in our bio. Share widely!
#theology #seminary #education #highereducation #religion
As inauguration festivities continue for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, #DrewTheo is proud to have some of our own offering religious leadership during the week’s events.
@revdrbarber and @revjacquilewis will help lead the nation in tomorrow’s National Prayer Service for the 59th Presidential Inaugural. The service will begin at 10am (EST) and you can find details in our story ⬆️⬆️⬆️
The above photo of President Biden is from his 2018 visit to @drewuniversity.
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered this speech at Drew University in the spring of 1964.
To read the full manuscript click on the link in our bio.
#mlk #mlkday #democracy
“On February 5, 1964, Drew University proudly hosted Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a convocation speaker. Dr. King's connection with Drew University was through Dr. George D. Kelsey, Professor of Christian Ethics. Prior to teaching at Drew, Kelsey taught at Morehouse College where he became a mentor to Martin Luther King, Jr., then a student, and who has credited Kelsey for his motivation to become a preacher. At the time of the event, Dr. King had been recently selected as Time Magazine’s “Man of the Year” and shared his “An American Dream” speech to over 5,000 attendees.”
To learn more about Dr. King’s visit to Drew, click on the link in our bio.
#mlk #mlkweekend #mlkday
Check out our Fall ‘21 Doctor of Ministry cohorts! Including a brand new cohort: “Faith, Health and Social Equity.” A great chance for religious leaders to take global health seriously during the time of #covid19
Learn more: bit.ly/DrewDmin
Rev. Dr. William J. Barber is the President & Senior Lecturer for Repairers of the Breach, and the co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign. He is also an alumni of #DrewTheo's Doctor of Ministry program.
The above quote is from his most recent book, "We Are Called to be a Movement." You can find it here: https://bit.ly/2LqKejk
A response by Dean Melanie Johnson-DeBaufre regarding the violent attack on #CapitolHill.
“Religious leaders who are committed to anti-racism and the work of social justice must be honest about the continuities that this moment has with a long history of white supremacy and racial inequality, and we must tell the truth about the ways in which Christian faith has been articulated and weaponized in order to maintain this deadly order. It is a painful story, but for many of us, especially the privileged white leaders among us, it is a story we must tell.”
Link in bio.
📸: Win McNamee
Have you explored our summer Doctor of Ministry cohorts at #DrewTheo?
Learn more at: bit.ly/drewdmin
