Bethany Theological Seminary

We have had such a wonderful time highlighting the four Bethany students who are completing a unit of Clinical Pastoral Education this year! In this final edition of "All About Me in CPE," learn more about Desiree Weaver-Spidel, who is completing her unit at Landis Homes in Lititz, PA!

Our curriculum is constantly evolving because of our innovative faculty and their attention to student interests! Check out some our new courses by scrolling through this gallery!

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Joe Buohl, one of our Bethany BOLD students, is completing a unit of CPE this year in Richmond! Learn more about him in this post!

Check out our new vintage merchandise! Purchase these items now: https://bethany-theological-seminary.square.site/s/shop.

The Spring 2026 session application deadline is quickly approaching! Be sure to apply before November 15 here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/admissions/apply-now/.

The second edition of "All About Me in CPE" features MDiv student, Erika Clary! Swipe through this post to learn more about her.

Read more about each of President Carter's priorities here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/about/presidents-welcome/.

Even if you simply changed addresses, we want to know! Be sure to fill out the form here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/alumni-connections/alumni-information-updates/.

Four of our students are completing extended units of CPE this year! Be sure to keep up with this series to learn more about each of them and their placements!

Up first is Ellie Duensing, who is currently completing her second unit of CPE. Learn more about her by swiping through this post!

Learn more about these programs (and our other academic programs) here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/academic-landing-page/.

Bethany Theological Seminary is delighted to welcome Dr. Heather M. DuBois to campus on October 27 to lead a community workshop titled "Between Awe and Action: Fostering a Trauma-Informed Community." Learn more: https://bethanyseminary.edu/bethany-theological-seminary-hosts-community-workshop/.

Jonathan Graham, Bethany's Director of Marketing and Communications, also doubles as a fantastic playwright! His play was recently produced at Company Onstage in Houston, Texas. Great work, Jonathan!

On Sunday, September 21, Bethany Theological Seminary dedicated its Steinway B grand piano with a special recital, featuring internationally celebrated concert pianist Norman Krieger! Learn more about the event and the piano: https://bethanyseminary.edu/bethany-dedicates-steinway-piano/.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the Flourish campaign so far! Want to make a gift? Click here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/flourish/.

Bethany alumni - please join our new Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/163zGmpAoq/.

Bethany Theological Seminary and the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership are pleased to welcome Candice Rollf as the Brethren Academy's new administrative assistant! Read more here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/brethren-academy-welcomes-new-administrative-assistant/.

For the third semester in a row, no Bethany students took out federal student loans! Bravo to all those who have helped to keep Bethany tuition low! Read more: https://bethanyseminary.edu/zero-student-loans-again/.

Professor Emeritus, Dr. Scott Holland, has been busy celebrating the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism in various ways! Great work!

The last (but certainly not least!) volume of "Speaking of BOLD" is here! We are happy to highlight Camille Dubler and her volunteer service!

Check out the entire article here: https://bethanyseminary.edu/speaking-of-bold/.

We are overjoyed to welcome Dr. Valerie Bridgeman as our chapel speaker this week! Learn more about Dr. Bridgeman: https://bethanyseminary.edu/bethany-welcomes-dr-valerie-bridgeman-as-chapel-speaker/.

Join us most Thursdays for Coffee with Carter! The link to join online can be found in the weekly message email!

We are having so much fun highlighting our students in the Bethany BOLD program! In this volume, learn more about Joe Buohl and his volunteer service!

Please consider joining us for chapel! Look out for the link in the weekly message!

Welcome to all our trustees who are joining us this weekend! We pray your meetings will be fruitful!

Speaking of Bold, volume three, is here! Swipe through this post to learn more about Omar Gadzhiev and his volunteer service!

Bethany Trustee Drew G.I. Hart's book is now available! Be sure to check it out here: https://heraldpress.com/9781513816364/making-it-plain/.

Speaking of BOLD volume two is hot off the press! Swipe through this post to learn more about Aubrey DeVeny Incorvaia, a current student in the Master of Arts in Spiritual and Social Transformation program!

Don't mind us selecting every square with our building in it! #sothattheworldflourishes

Congratulations, Dr. Elwell! Great work!