Events

Human Origins Forum with Bill Brown

09/11/2019

Dr. Bill Brown, William Marcellus McPheeters Professor of Old Testament, will lead a special Wednesday Forum to preview the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to the...

Leadership in Ministry Portland

09/16/2019 - 09/18/2019

The Leadership in Ministry Workshop at Portland is a twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting at the Collins Retreat Center. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall).

Spiritual Direction: An Introduction

09/19/2019 - 09/22/2019

This is an introductory exploration of spiritual guidance, including its history, theological foundations, various models and practices. It will be helpful if you are curious about what spiritual direction is and want to explore it at an introductory level. It...

Leadership in Ministry Workshop B Lynchburg

09/23/2019 - 09/25/2019

The Leadership in Ministry Workshop B at Lynchburg VA is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall).

Guthrie Scholars 2019

09/23/2019 - 09/27/2019

The Guthrie Scholars Program is a learning opportunity offered in the fall on an application basis. For additional information, including a link to the application, see https://www.ctsnet.edu/lifelong-learning/postgraduate-programs/guthrie-scholars/

Mentor Coaching (TCI@CTS) Online

09/25/2019 - 12/31/2019

Mentor Coaching includes 10 hours of coach training and is open to coach training students who have completed or are enrolled in their initial ICF-approved ACC ACSTH coach training. Each participant must be coaching at least 2 clients through...

Desert Spiritualities of the Southwest Pilgrimage

09/28/2019 - 10/10/2019

This event has been cancelled. 

Pilgrimage is one of the oldest and most important spiritual disciplines. This pilgrimage will explore the Desert Southwest of northern New Mexico and engage many of the diverse spiritual communities that settled there.

Your Sacred Story: The Spiritual Practice of Journaling

09/30/2019 - 10/25/2019

Online Course

Explore the practice of spiritual journaling with Carl McColman. The course invites journaling from a variety of perspectives including writing memoir, using writing as a form of prayer, writing for healing and discernment, and writing to share...

Leadership in Ministry Boston

09/30/2019 - 10/02/2019

The Leadership in Ministry workshops are an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).

Healthy Transitions Wellness Retreat

09/30/2019 - 10/03/2019

The Healthy Transitions Wellness Retreats for Ministers and Spouses provide a relaxed atmosphere and confidential setting for healing and encouragement to ministers and their families who have experienced termination, or for those in conflicts possibly leading to termination.

In Life and in Death: Helping in End-of-Life Issues and Challenges (Online)

10/01/2019 - 10/31/2019

This online course will examine the hard choices and issues related to critical illness and end-of-life situations. Participants will gain understanding of the challenges and issues faced during health crises and find ways to minister and help those facing critical...

Leadership in Ministry Kansas City

10/07/2019 - 10/09/2019

The Leadership in Ministry Workshops are an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).

Leadership in Ministry A Lynchburg

10/14/2019 - 10/16/2019

The Leadership in Ministry Workshop A is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting in Lynchburg, VA at the Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center.  Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (spring and fall)

Growing Into Tomorrow…Today (Board of Pensions Retirement Planning Seminar)

10/15/2019 - 10/16/2019

Planning for retirement can be challenging. This free-two-day seminar is for members of the PCUSA Board of Pensions and their guests who are planning to retire within the next fifteen years. Registration for this seminar will open in July 2019....

Spirituality, Spirits, and the Holy Spirit

10/17/2019 - 10/20/2019

Join Dr. Martha Moore-Keish for this course exploring a variety of Christian perspectives on the Holy Spirit through history and in contemporary contexts.

Getting In Shape Fiscally (PCUSA Board of Pensions Financial Planning Seminar)

10/17/2019

The Board of Pensions Education team offers this a one-day seminar for seminarians, plan members, and their guests, to help you get — and stay — fiscally fit. Registration for this seminar will open in the summer of 2019. For...

Discernment in Spiritual Direction

10/20/2019 - 10/25/2019

This seminar explores the art and gift of Christian Discernment in the context of individual spiritual direction. This is the third residency for the Certificate in Spiritual Direction; enrollment is limited to those accepted into the program through application....

SAVE THE DATE! To Count Our Days: To Celebrate Our Stories

10/20/2019

Join us for TO COUNT OUR DAYS: TO CELEBRATE OUR STORIES at the Robert Mills House in Columbia, South Carolina!

An Introduction to the New Testament (Online)

11/04/2019 - 12/13/2019

This is an online six-week survey course on the New Testament. The goal of this course is: 1. To gain an understanding of the New Testament content and its interpretation 2. To gain appreciation and knowledge of the biblical...

Big Ideas in Youth Ministry Conference: Fearless Dialogues

11/05/2019 - 11/07/2019

Looking for a conference where you can explore the hard questions in youth ministry, learn how to foster fearless dialogues and connect with colleagues engaged in this challenging, rewarding work? 

Discover Columbia

11/07/2019 - 10/08/2019

Come and experience what seminary could mean for you!

Leadership in Ministry Atlanta

11/11/2019 - 11/13/2019

The Leadership in Ministry Workshops at Atlanta is an on-going twice-a-year peer-based clergy leadership development program meeting at the Center for Lifelong Learning. Each annual workshop meets for two sessions (fall and spring).   

Human Origins Forum with the Smithsonian

11/13/2019

Staff from the Smithsonian Institute will lead a forum about the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to the public at 5:30-7:00 pm followed by a presentation...

Human Origins for Public School Teachers

11/14/2019

Staff from the Smithsonian Institute will lead a forum for public school teachers about the new Human Origins exhibit at the John Bulow Campbell Library. Learn more about the exhibit at www.ctsnet.edu/human-origins. Open to all teachers, 9:00-11:00 am. Room...

Fusion Retreat

11/15/2019 - 11/16/2019

This retreat offers spiritual practice, creative arts, personal reflection and conversation to look gently within. Armandee Drew and Julie Rogers-Martin guide this retreat to deepen the spiritual quest and self-understanding.

The Disciple-Making Church: To Grow the Future We Visit the Past (Thompson Scholars 2020)

12/13/2019

Applications are due by December 13, 2019 for the 2020 Thompson Scholar seminar. The seminar will explore the concept of “the disciple-making church,” and what it means to develop mature disciples of Jesus Christ who make a real difference...

Christian Education in the Smaller Church

01/06/2020 - 02/07/2020

In this course participants will explore together the realities, challenges, and joys of providing Christian education in the smaller church context.

Teaching and Preaching the “Forgotten” Books of the Bible (Online)

01/13/2020 - 02/21/2020

This course invites participants to engage deeply with the books of Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes, and Esther with an eye toward both the ancient context and the contemporary relevance as they develop strategies for teaching and preaching...

The Coaching Institute at the Columbia Theological Seminary (TCI@CTS)

01/13/2020 - 01/17/2020

TCI@CTS is a rigorous six-month program comprised of a week of residential training and thirteen teleclasses accredited by the International Coaching Federation. For complete information and link to apply, visit https://www.ctsnet.edu/lifelong-learning/certificate-programs/coaching-institute/.

Readings in Spiritual Classics: Four Saints, Four Centuries (Online)

02/24/2020 - 03/27/2020

Sharol Hayner leads this 4-week dialogue with saints from four centuries who point us to a deeper life in Christ. The course is based on the writings of Teresa of Avila, Frances de Sales, William Law and Mother Teresa.  

Discover Columbia

02/27/2020 - 02/28/2020

Come and experience what seminary could mean for you!

Teaching Spiritual Formation in the Congregation

03/09/2020 - 03/13/2020

Jane Vennard teaches how to invite and lead spiritual disciplines in congregational settings. The course is practical and experiential, taught by a master teacher who embodies what she espouses.

Spiritual Direction, Discerned Action, and Social Transformation

03/22/2020 - 03/27/2020

This seminar explores living with questions and making faithful choices in the complexity of life. This is a residency in the Certificate in Spiritual Direction; enrollment is limited to those accepted into the program through application.  Thank you for...

Storytelling as Tool for Change (Online)

04/13/2020 - 05/22/2020

This online course will discuss the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) on faith communities and how storytelling can be a foundational tool for social innovation and transformative learning in congregational educational ministry, thus fostering systems change in light...

Between Nothing and Everything: The Gospel of Love according to Julian of Norwich

04/16/2020 - 04/19/2020

Join poet and scholar, Mark Burrows, for this course exploring the remarkable vision and writings of Julian of Norwich; a vision of the immensity of divine generosity and the radical call of compassion it places on us.

Invitation to a Deeper Spiritual Life

04/19/2020 - 04/22/2020

This course is for those seeking to cultivate a more meaningful life with the triune God. Classic spiritual practices and biblical spirituality will be introduced. Led by Jim Dant, Carl McColman and Debra Weir.

The Disciple-Making Church: To Grow the Future We Visit the Past (Thompson Scholars 2020)

04/21/2020 - 04/24/2020

Applications are due by December 13, 2019 for the 2020 Thompson Scholar seminar. The seminar will explore the concept of “the disciple-making church,” and what it means to develop mature disciples of Jesus Christ who make a real difference...

Theological Reflection in Older Adulthood

04/27/2020 - 04/29/2020

This course will explore theological doctrines and concepts pertinent to older adult ministry. Using Scripture, creeds and confessions and other reading, participants will explore how to facilitate theological reflection among older adults.

Beside Still Waters—A Contemplative Retreat

04/27/2020 - 05/01/2020

Join us for this contemplative retreat and lean into the opportunity to “be still and know.” Practical by design, the retreat may be a valuable for those discerning new directions, or simply desiring greater connection with God, themselves and...

Spiritual Formation and Older Adults

04/29/2020 - 05/01/2020

The last third of life presents some of life’s richest spiritual, theological and ethical challenges. This course will explore how congregations and other communities of faith can engage in conversations and practices that will allow them to actively nurture...

Certificate in Spiritual Direction Application

06/01/2020

This is the Application for the 2020-2022 Cohort of the Certificate in Spiritual Direction program, a 2.5-year formation and training program for persons who discern a call to the ministry of spiritual direction.