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Continuing Education Newsletter


Free Webinar: Multicultural Ministry
Monday, Janurary 11 at 1:30 p.m. EST

Photo of Jin S. Kim You're invited to join the Rev. Dr. Jin S. Kim, the founding pastor of Church of All Nations in Minneapolis, for our second live webinar.

Dr. Kim, who has also taught at seminaries the world over, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Pastors' Monthly Rountable. Those within driving distance of the Seminary are cordially invited to attend the event on campus, where there will also be opportunities for fellowship and research. Those too far away to come in person may watch the lecture online. Pre-registration is required for both in-person and online participants. There is no cost. Please register here.


The Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry
Monday, April 26 through Wednesday, April 28

The Princeton Forums on Youth Ministry offer theological education relevant to ministry with youth. This year, the Forum will explore the radical theological and missional significance of Hope. Shane Claiborne, Kenda Creasy Dean, and Peter J. Gomes will deliver the Princeton Lectures on Youth, Church, and Culture at the Forum. Click here for more info.


Institute of Faith and Public Life
Wednesday, May 19 through Friday, May 21

Faith and Public Life Image A new, exciting institute, designed to empower pastors and lay leaders to "do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly." Featured speakers include Serene Jones, Ron Sider, John M. Perkins, Raymond Rivera, and many others. This three-day institute is only $150 if you register before Feb. 14. Click here for more info.


The Engle Institute of Preaching
Sunday, June 6 through Friday, June 11

This year, the Engle Institute welcomes M.Div. graduates who graduated between 2001 and 2008. Up to fifty Engle Fellows (participants) will gather on Princeton Seminary's campus to nurture and strengthen their preaching vocation in the company of colleagues.

The Rev. Juan Perez-Alda, interim pastor and head of staff of the First Spanish Presbyterian Church of Miami, FL, will be this year's preacher/pastor-in-residence. Reverend Perez-Alda is also the Pastor Emeritus of Primera Presbyterian Church of Bayamon, Puerto Rico, following his distinguished twenty-six year pastorate.

Application is open to people who are currently serving a congregation or in some other ministry context, who have some regular responsibility for preaching and worship, or who intend to seek such a call. Applications for the Engle Fellowship must be received by Feb. 28, 2010. Click here for more info.

Featured Podcast

We're pleased to highlight the "Youth, Church, and Culture" podcast from the Institute for Youth Ministry. The most recent episode features the Rev. Dr. H. Dana Fearon III, Pastor Emeritus of the Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville and adjunct faculty member at Princeton Seminary. Click here to hear stories from Dr. Fearon's 53 years of ordained ministry.


Coming Soon

Equipping the Saints: Officer Training and Leadership Training Jan 16

Pathways Youth Leader Training in Greensville, SC Jan 23

Science for Ministry Core Course Jan 25-27

HLP: Officer Training Day in Spanish Feb 6

Pathways Youth Leader Training in Dallas, TX Feb 22


Hispanic Leadership Program

We offer many continuing education events for pastors and lay leaders in the Latina/o church. Classes are held in English, Spanish, and/or in Portuguese. Click here to read about some of HLP's upcoming events. And be sure to spread the word!


Ad Fontes

We've just launched a new web site called "Ad Fontes: A Primer in Reformed Theology." It's designed to help small groups "return to the sources" and study Reformed theology in a systematic way throughout 2010. Check it out today.


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