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May 25

Embracing God's Story: Celebrating Palmer Seminary's 98th Commencement

On May 11, 2023, the 98th Commencement of Palmer Theological Seminary took place at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2023.
May 04

Palmer Seminary Online Info Session: May 25

Faculty and staff will be presenting information on Palmer Theological Seminary and answering questions related to the programs and application process. A Zoom link will be sent to those who RSVP to join via computer or phone.
Feb 28

Dr. Manfred T. Brauch Announced as 2023 Commencement Speaker

St. Davids, PA: Palmer Theological Seminary is pleased to welcome Dr. Manfred T. Brauch as the May 11, 2023 commencement speaker.
May 25, 2023

Embracing God's Story: Celebrating Palmer Seminary's 98th Commencement

On May 11, 2023, the 98th Commencement of Palmer Theological Seminary took place at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church to celebrate the achievements of th...
May 04, 2023

Palmer Seminary Online Info Session: May 25

Faculty and staff will be presenting information on Palmer Theological Seminary and answering questions related to the programs and application proces...
Mar 08, 2023

Join us for the 2023 Day of Giving: March 20-21

Join with Palmer Seminary on March 20-21, 2023 for 1,925 minutes and make an impact of the lives of our students and community. From anywhere in the w...
Feb 28, 2023

Dr. Manfred T. Brauch Announced as 2023 Commencement Speaker

St. Davids, PA: Palmer Theological Seminary is pleased to welcome Dr. Manfred T. Brauch as the May 11, 2023 commencement speaker.
Feb 23, 2023

Palmer to Host Eastern PA Conference of the United Methodist Church: March 4

Palmer Seminary is pleased to host the 2023 Tools for Ministry Conference on Saturday, March 4th, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.
Jan 25, 2023

Palmer Consultation to feature Rev. Dr. Marvin A. McMickle

Please join us for the 2023 Palmer Consultation on March 2, 2023, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Jan 20, 2023

Mitchell Lectureship to Feature Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson

All are welcome to join Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University for the 42nd Annual Mitchell Lectureship, which will take place virtually on...
Jan 12, 2023

Conversations on Compassion Book Discussion Webinar: Jan 19

Join Palmer/EBTS alumni and current seminarians for a dialogue on the role of biblical justice and Christian compassion on January 19th at 6:30pm.
Oct 03, 2022

Palmer to host ESCM 40th Anniversary Celebration on Oct. 28

Join us for music, memories and dinner!  The 40th Anniversary celebration will be held on Friday October 28th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. featuring Rev. Dr. J....
Oct 01, 2022

Palmer Celebrates Clergy Appreciation Month

Palmer Theological Seminary will celebrate Clergy Appreciation Month in October with a wide range of events.

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May 25

Palmer People: Wanda Harris Cooper's Journey to Seminary

Wanda Harris Cooper found herself at a crossroads, in 2012, contemplating the path of seminary. Despite the well-meaning encouragement of those around her to pursue an alternative direction, she embarked on an MBA program at Eastern University in 2014.
Apr 25

Sharing the Whole Gospel: Takeaways from The Palmer Consultation

On March 2, 2023, the 3rd annual Palmer Consultation gathered dozens of Philadelphia area pastors on Zoom to connect the work of the seminary with the work of the local church.
Apr 24

Palmer People: Equipping the Next Generation - The Story of Jonathan Hobbs

Jonathan Hobbs' journey towards a Master of Theological Studies degree from Palmer Seminary began in 2001 after graduating from Eastern University with a Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry.
May 25, 2023

Palmer People: Wanda Harris Cooper's Journey to Seminary

Wanda Harris Cooper found herself at a crossroads, in 2012, contemplating the path of seminary. Despite the well-meaning encouragement of those around...
Apr 25, 2023

Sharing the Whole Gospel: Takeaways from The Palmer Consultation

On March 2, 2023, the 3rd annual Palmer Consultation gathered dozens of Philadelphia area pastors on Zoom to connect the work of the seminary with the...
Apr 24, 2023

Palmer People: Equipping the Next Generation - The Story of Jonathan Hobbs

Jonathan Hobbs' journey towards a Master of Theological Studies degree from Palmer Seminary began in 2001 after graduating from Eastern University wit...
Mar 24, 2023

Inviting Us Closer to the Heart of God

I recently had a conversation with Dr. Tony Campolo about Jesus’ teaching in the beatitudes. He shared that when we pray “in Jesus’ name”, we are affi...
Mar 24, 2023

Palmer People: A Decade of Serving in Southwest Philly

Rev. Chris Holland (PCUSA) graduated from Palmer Seminary with his MDiv in 2012. When he reflects on the relationships he experienced and witnessed be...
Feb 23, 2023

A Student Reflection on the 43rd Mitchell Lectureship

On February 3, we celebrated 42 years of distinguished African American scholarship honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Frank B. Mitchell, Jr.
Feb 23, 2023

In Pursuit of Wholeness & Restoration: A Retirement Tribute to Dr. Diane Chen

What a pleasure to reflect on Diane Chen and her legacy, appreciated and loved by administrative support and faculty colleagues, students, alumni, and...
Jan 17, 2023

On Holy Ground: Palmer Students Reflect on Visiting the Holy Land

For thirteen days between Christmas and the start of the spring semester, thirty-six pilgrims, made up of Palmer faculty, students, alums, and friends...
Jan 17, 2023

Becoming God's Loving Ambassador

Saroj Chettri, MA ’16, MDiv ’22 was born in Nepal, a beautiful land rich in natural resources and home to the highest mountain in the world – Mt. Ever...
Dec 13, 2022

Enacting Jesus’ Mission of Compassion in the World

“Compassion is deeper than empathy in the sense that it requires the formation of a tension, a psychic stickiness that forges the acceptance of a kind...