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Dec 08

Christians for Social Action Elevates Justice Work at CCDA and Beyond

Christians for Social Action (CSA) recently helped catalyze major conversations on Christian formation, justice, and public witness across several national platforms.
May 07

New Foundations of Theological Education Certificate Launched by Palmer Theological Seminary

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University is excited to announce the launch of its Foundations of Theological Education certificate.
May 05

Remembering Rev. Dr. J. Samuel Escobar

It is with deep sorrow- and abiding hope- that we share the passing of Rev. Dr. J. Samuel Escobar, Emeritus Professor of Missiology at Palmer Theological Seminary.

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Dec 04

The Kerygma Initiative: Opening Eyes & Hearts

The Kerygma Initiative is equipping preachers to awaken imagination, deepen proclamation, and help communities see God at work in the world.
Dec 04

Palmer People: The Ministry Journey of Rev. Yana Cruz-Pagan

Rev. Yana J. Cruz-Pagan (MDiv '06) shares her courageous journey through chaplaincy, addiction recovery work, cross-cultural pastoring, and finding "family" in the Palmer community.
Dec 04

Palmer On Mission: Kerygma Cohorts at Work

Two diverse clergy cohorts are gathering each month to explore innovative preaching practices, learn from leading scholars, and strengthen gospel witness.
Jun 23, 2023

Palmer People: Christine Lewis's Journey through Seminary and Beyond

Christine Lewis' call to ministry occurred in June 2019. It was during a Women's Conference with American Baptist Churches of Pennsylvania and Delawar...
Jun 08, 2023

Pastoral Entrepreneurship

It’s no secret that change is hard, and often brings growing pains that test those caught up in it. What does it take, then, to shepherd a congregatio...
Jun 08, 2023

Seminary Contextualized

Dr. Mayra Picos Lee greets me over Zoom from Mexico City, where she is joining a cohort of Palmer Seminary students for the first residency portion of...
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...