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Mitchell Lectureship to Feature Rev. Dr. Obery M. Hendricks

All are welcome to join Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University for the 44th Annual Mitchell Lectureship, which will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10 a.m.

Online Information Session: April 24th

Faculty and staff will be presenting information on Palmer Theological Seminary and answering questions related to the programs and application process.

Eastern University Honors the Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo

On January 25, Eastern University hosted a Celebration of Life service in honor of the late Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo ’56, BD ’60, ThM ’61, HD ’06, one of Eastern’s most esteemed alumni.

Symposium Event Recap: Palmer Seminary Sets the Stage For Future Conversations on Science & Religion

The first annual Palmer Seminary Science & Religion Symposium is in the books, and what a weekend it was!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15- October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, celebrating the heritage and culture of Hispanic and Latinx communities.

Rev. Dr. Kimberlee A. Johnson Appointed Interim Dean of Palmer

Palmer Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Kimberlee A. Johnson has accepted appointment to the position of Interim Dean.

It’s Juneteenth Folks: Let’s Celebrate

June 19 is the annual celebration of Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”), the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in...

Commencement Was Held Outside on Thursday, May 13

Palmer held its Commencement Ceremony for 2020 and 2021 graduates in person on our St. Davids campus, on Thursday, May 13, at 5:30 pm.

Palmer Faculty Visit Faith and Liberty Discovery Center Before Official Opening

Early this month was the grand opening of the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center in Philadelphia. A few of our faculty had the privilege of exploring ...

Palmer Selected to Participate in Science for Seminaries Project

Palmer is delighted to have been selected to participate in the Science for Seminaries Project, a project of the American Association for the Advancem...

Dr. Picos Lee to Speak at Boston University's "Women in the World" Conference

Since 1985, the Boston University Shaw Center has hosted an annual spring conference to explore experiences of women’s ministries in the church and so...

Palmer Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Mitchell Lectureship

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its Frank B. Mitchell, Jr. Lectureship on February 5, 2021, f...

Dean David Bronkema Featured on Bridges 4 Mission Podcast

Palmer Theological Seminary Dean Dr. Bronkema was featured on Bridges 4 Mission Podcast (B4M), a podcast series produced by Short-Term Missions of Int...

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God’s Design: Community, Diversity, and Belonging

The book of Genesis opens with a universe without form, a blank canvas upon which God begins to create.

Centennial Worship Kickoff: Honoring 100 Years of God's Faithfulness

The centennial celebration of Palmer Theological Seminary and Eastern University was marked by a spirit-filled worship service that brought together public figures, ecclesiastical leaders, and political dignitaries in a powerful gathering of thanksgiving and praise.

The Centennial is Here: President Matthews Reflects on Our Lasting Legacy and Flourishing Future

It is finally upon us! Eastern University is 100 years old! Happy Birthday! I had the pleasure of speaking with University President, Ron Matthews in anticipation of our centennial celebration.

Palmer on Mission

On Thanksgiving weekend 1973, 53 evangelical faith leaders, representing a wide swath of denominations, signed the “Chicago Declaration of Evangelical...

Palmer People: Longing and Hope

One of my favorite hymns from growing up is Katherine Hankey’s “I Love to Tell the Story.” When I was asked to return to the Palmer community as the “...

“Coincidence? I think NOT!”

Whenever things seemed to line up in people’s lives, no matter how peculiar they may be, a member of my congregation instantly saw the hand of God at ...

Palmer on Mission: Addressing Sexual Abuse in Congregations

The 2015 film Spotlight, tells the story of a team of journalists investigating and exposing the pervasive and systemic child sexual abuse in the Roma...

Wholeness and Chronic Illness

Mark 5:25-34 tells the story of a woman who has been bleeding for twelve years. She seeks medical attention, again and again, but her suffering only i...

Palmer People: Embodied Grace with Dr. Calli Micale

Dr. Micale observes that we talk about faith in a way that implies individuals need a cognitive understanding or concept about Christ before they can ...

Embracing a Legacy of Waymakers

There is perhaps no greater story that formed the Hebrew imagination than the Exodus from Egypt, and in particular the crossing of the Red Sea.

Symposium Highlights: AI's Impact on Faith and Community

The third annual Palmer Theological Seminary Science and Religion Symposium is in the books, and what a wonderful event it was.

Palmer People: Arman Brown

Every fall, it brings us immense joy to welcome new students into the Palmer community to discover their unique talents, passions, and above all, thei...

A Letter from our Seminary Chaplain: Embracing a Year of Spiritual Growth

Welcome to a new year of seminary study, whether you're a first-timer or returning. We're grateful for this yearly moment of anticipation!

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