Brethren Life & Thought Vol 54 No 3 ( Summer 2009)

Vol 54 No 3 (Summer 2009) presents four articles to stimulate thought around alternatives the Brethren movement offers to twenty-first century religious culture.Ā  An article by George Pickens finds an affinity between the Brethren in the Global north and

Brethren Life & Thought

A scholarly journal published in the interest of the Church of the Brethren

Brethren Life & Thought is a joint publication of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Brethren Journal Association (BJA). The journal solicits thoughtful interpretive essays, scholarly articles, and

Local Thrifty Weekend Events | 8/28-8/30

Free movie at the Glen
Richmond Parks and Recreation Department has its final free movie and childrenā€™s activities of the summer.
In this weekā€™s comic book space adventure, ā€œGuardians of the Galaxy,ā€ watch how a group of outlaws teams to

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Preaching Seminar Offered by Bethany Alumnae

If you are looking to grow as a preacher and are open to exploring your preaching practice with a peer group, consider the Homiletic Peer Coaching seminar held at Bethany Theological Seminary, August 8-11, 2016. This collaborative formation experience

Popular Course Again Offered by Bethany and Brethren Academy

In 2018 Bethany Theological Seminary worked with the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership and Discipleship Ministries of the Church of the Brethren to offer a successful intensive course in urban ministryā€”A Place of Refuge: Ministry in the Urban Context.

Essay Contest to Highlight Peacemakers

How and why are some individuals inspired and inspiring? The 2016 Bethany Peace Essay Contestā€”Inspired and Inspiring Peacemakersā€”asks student writers to share in a public voice about someone they consider to be an inspiring peacemaker. Sponsored by the peace

Forum to Explore Just Peace

Bethany Seminaryā€™s seventh Presidential Forum weekend, scheduled for October 29-31, 2015, will feature internationally known speakers, Bethany leadership, and presenters from the peace church traditions on the theme A Pilgrimage of

Remembering Julie M. Hostetter

The Bethany Theological Seminary community joins with many in the denomination in remembering Church of the Brethren educator Julie Mader Hostetter, who passed away November 12, 2017, in Bridgewater, Virginia.

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Remembering a Friend and Colleague

The Bethany Seminary community was deeply saddened this week to hear of the passing of an alumna, fellow staff member, and good friend, Tracy A. Primozich. We share in the grief of many throughout the denomination who knew Tracy

Frugal Fridays: Thrifty Events in Richmond and Beyond (Oct 2-4)

City Life
City Life is back! Join us on October 3 in Glen Miler Park for an evening showcasing Richmondā€™s colorful art culture!Ā There will be plenty of hands-on activities, local art, music, and food! You wonā€™t want to miss the