Issue
Spring 2020
11 Articles
Feature Articles
Articles
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The long-term effects of student debt
Student debt has a domino effect: It begets more debt down the line, and it threatens the health and vitality of students long after they graduate — especially those who become members of the clergy.
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A listening ear
The spouses of seminary presidents offer encouragement, support, and sometimes much more
Whether male or female, the spouses of theological school presidents report that their most important role is being a behind-the-scenes encourager and sounding board for the seminary president.
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Competency-based theological education
Two schools, learning lessons along the way
Case studies of two North American institutions — an embedded seminary in Indiana and a primarily undergraduate school in Saskatchewan — that have adapted competency-based education to their own particular circumstances.
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Preparing for ministry to people with disabilities
Theological institutions, denominations, and other organizations are showing how to provide meaningful ministry to people of all levels of ability and disability.
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God and mammon
How religious congregations receive, manage, and spend their money
A new report from the National Study of Congregations’ Economic Practices reveals a financial picture that is complex, with some bright spots, and some areas of concern.
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Of sound character?
It takes a community to assess the personal, spiritual, and moral formation of seminarians
Most theological schools are interested in building and evaluating the character of their students, but having faculty members conduct assessments may not be the best idea.
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Resonant in a deeper way
Documentaries bring historic figures to life
Educators find that well-made documentaries are often more valuable to students than guest speakers. Plus: An interview with award-winning filmmaker Martin Doblmeier, who has just released a new documentary on the Catholic Worker activist Dorothy Day.
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In Trust Center works for you
Resources and connections during the COVID-19 pandemic, opportunities for Resource Grants in 2020, and early findings from the first year of the Wise Stewards Initiative.
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Changing scenes
Three institutions are on the brink of closing. A review of a recent book on the joy of giving from a longtime seminary fundraiser. Also, new leaders in theological education.
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Listening to the voices of our neighbors
In Trust Center president Amy Kardash writes that seeking out and listening to the voices of our neighbors may broaden our perspective, opening our minds to think, imagine, and explore the world in new ways.
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