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Eden Theological Seminary is committed to strengthening the life of the #church in #community. A #progressive #seminary of the @unitedchurch.bsky.social, we are located in Webster Groves, a suburb of St. Louis, MO. https://linktr.ee/edenseminary

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Dr. Dietra Wise Baker at the SDPC 2026 The Sacred Fire with Eden Theological Seminary students, alumni, and friends! #SDPC2026
#TheSacredFire #EdenTheologicalSeminary #WeAreEden #PropheticLeadership
#SacredScholarship #FaithInAction #TheologyInCommunity #FutureChurchLeaders
#EdenAlumni

24.02.2026 00:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eden President Deborah Krause reconnects with Joyce and Steve Schroer, Class of 1996, visiting from Ohio. Moments like this remind us that you don’t just graduate from Eden, you gain lifelong relationships. Our alumni carry Eden’s spirit everywhere, and when they return, it feels like family.

18.02.2026 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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St. Louis Public Radio Hundreds of St. Louis-area faith leaders, their parishioners and community members gathered on Monday for a unity march across the Martin Luther King Memorial Bridge β€” notably to call for humane...

St. Louis Public Radio https://bit.ly/468ZB6l

17.02.2026 04:10 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At Eden Theological Seminary, the Press Hall tower stands as more than a landmark. It is a witness, a quiet but steady sign of our presence, our faith, and our calling in the world. This February... https://bit.ly/3MDIkLZ

11.02.2026 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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James H. Cone was a pioneering theologian and minister who gave voice to Black Liberation Theology. He challenged the church to confront racism head-on, insisting that the gospel of Jesus is inseparable from the liberation of oppressed people. His work reshaped modern theology.

10.02.2026 00:50 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Howard Thurman taught that spiritual depth fuels justice: β€œDon’t ask what the world needsβ€”ask what makes you come alive.” This Black History Month, may his words call us to live with courage and purpose.

07.02.2026 00:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Eden Theological Seminary joins faith leaders for an interfaith conversation on reproductive justice. Sat, Feb 14, 9:00AM(9:30 start) at Congregation Shaare Emeth. Hosted by Access MO with Rev. Dr. Deborah Krause. Register: bit.ly/interfaith-feb14

04.02.2026 02:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Black History Month is a sacred time

At Eden, we honor a faith that remembers, resists, and builds, that is rooted in justice, truth, and the dignity of every life.

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryIsSacred #FaithAndJustice #EdenTheologicalSeminary #SacredHistory #FaithThatBuilds

02.02.2026 19:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

β€œEden is the connective tissue between a seminary education and local congregations.”

Here from Eden Board Member Rev. Shannon Johnson on how Eden’s Contextual Education Model makes a real-world impact on local congregations.

01.02.2026 00:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet the Eden faculty! Professor of Constructive Theology (and Allen and Dottie Miller Professor of Mission and Peace) Damayanthi Niles’ writing and research focuses on constructive and contextual theology. At Eden, she teaches foundational theology, missiology, and post-colonial thought.

29.01.2026 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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In the interest of care, safety, and community, all seminary classes and work will be online Mon, Jan. 26 due to weather. Students will hear from their professors. Staff & faculty will work remotely. Please stay safe and off the roads unless necessary.
#WeAreEden #EdenCares #EdenCommunity #StaySafe

25.01.2026 21:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet Eden alum Rev. Gabrielle Kennedy! Rev. Gabrielle started as an involved lay leader and through answering her call, became a Master’s student, an executive director of a nonprofit, and a business owner and consultant working to support congregations.
Read her story here: https://bit.ly/4qeQubD

25.01.2026 00:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to the Missouri United Methodist Foundation for supporting Pat’s Place and the Garden & Gleaning Project at Eden.

Garden and Gleaning has been dedicated to growing fresh produce that is delivered to food ministries in St. Louis.

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3Zvq7D2

23.01.2026 17:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Register today for Eden’s Spring Convocation!

With two days of impactful events and an incredible lineup of speakers, Spring Convocation promises to be a transformative event. Attend In Person on Eden’s Campus or Live via Zoom. We hope you’ll join us.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4rXS7fE

23.01.2026 00:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chapel Services Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

Experience the power of community each week at Eden’s chapel services.

Chapel services take place every Tuesday from 5:50-6:20 pm on campus and online. If you’re joining us on campus, there's also a community meal at 5pm.

Watch our chapel services back on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/4qTzxUB

19.01.2026 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Learn about Eden’s End of Life Doula Certificate Program!

Eden’s End-of-Life Doula Certificate Program provides a holistic approach to deathcare, empowering you to serve your family, community, congregation, or clients with dignity, presence, and purpose.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3NoQojN

18.01.2026 00:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Announcement - The Center for Lived Faith and Organizing is excited to share its workshop lineup for 2026!

All workshops can be joined online or in person. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4jFUrnM

16.01.2026 00:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to the team, Marlon!

Marlon Rhodeman is coming on as Eden’s new Director of Marketing & Communications. Marlon is the Media Director for West Side Missionary Baptist Church. He’s also the winner of ABC’s Pitch Contest!

Please join us in giving Marlon a warm welcome to the Eden team.

13.01.2026 20:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Come with your questions!

Join the Walker Leadership Institute for a Lunch & Learn and Workshop on Marketing & Communications, led by Allegra Mangione & Hari Baumbach!

Thursday, 1/15 from 12-12:30pm - https://bit.ly/4pxj0os
Friday, 1/30 from 9:30am-12pm - https://bit.ly/49cByp2

11.01.2026 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Statement by President Molly T. Marshall on the Killing of Renee Good We are reeling with horror, grief, and anger over the killing of Renee Good by a federal agent in Minneapolis.

Eden stands with the community of United Theological Seminary and all who are joining in non-violent action to protest ICE’s lawless actions and the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis. Dr. Molly Marshall, United’s President, responds here to the killing of Renee Good.

https://bit.ly/4qgkQv9

10.01.2026 02:29 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eden’s Academic Dean, Christopher Grundy, has released a new single, β€œTake Us Home by Another Way,” just in time for Epiphany!

Find the single on Spotify, Apple Music, or on YouTube by following the link.

https://bit.ly/4qnipqc

04.01.2026 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy New Year from Eden Seminary! May 2026 be your year to meet the moment with theological rigor and community action.

31.12.2025 20:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Three Master of Community Leadership students, Marcella Cloud, Erin Dooley, and Davanta Scruggs, shared their projects. Two Doctor of Ministry students, Mtipe Koggani and J.T. Young, presented new research.

Congratulations to all the students who presented. Your hard work is shining through!

28.12.2025 00:04 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What if we redefined retirement as jubilee?

Eden’s Next Steps program introduces participants to perspectives on vocation and aging drawn from theology, philosophy, and psychology. You’ll leave with a personal plan for this new and meaningful chapter of your life.

https://bit.ly/4qpp9E5

24.12.2025 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Blessed Advent, at Eden Seminary we pray that the hope, love, and joy of this season meets you and the congregations and communities you serve as we all seek to join God’s loving and liberating work in the world.

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23.12.2025 21:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Tracy’s journey took her around the world and later, back home to the US, where she continues to advance human rights, focusing today on immigrant and refugee communities in Aurora, Colorado.

Read Tracy’s story here: https://bit.ly/4pJyhmP

22.12.2025 19:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eden Theological Seminary receives $10 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. Eden Theological Seminary, a seminary in St. Louis affiliated with the United Church of Christ, has received a $10 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help the seminary create large-scale collaborations that will push the envelope of innovatio...

Thank you, Presbyterian Church USA for sharing the story of our recent $10 Million granny award from Lilly Endowment.

https://bit.ly/3LbHJAn

21.12.2025 20:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Save the date for Eden’s Spring Convocation 2026!

This year’s theme is: Imagination for Ministries of Transformation: A Forum in Honor of Rev. Dr. Walter Brueggemann.

Spring Convocation will take place April 9-10, 2026. Check out the schedule of events here: https://bit.ly/4rXS7fE

21.12.2025 00:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eden Theological Seminary awarded $10M grant to strengthen support for Christian congregations A portion of the five-year grant will be used to support courses that teach congregations how to thrive in the digital age, as well as other programming ideas that come out of collaborations.

Thank you, STL Public Radio for sharing a story about our recent grant award! We are excited to work together to prepare leaders for ministry and foster collaboration among seminaries nationwide.

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3L9F4as

20.12.2025 01:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our weekly chapel service is each Tuesday at 5:50pm. We’ll be starting up again on January 20th! We hope you’ll find belonging with us next year and join us online and in person. In the meantime, explore the recordings of our past services on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/444ZDLs

19.12.2025 16:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0