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Shrinking Before the Mystery of Death

Posted on February 21, 2023February 16, 2023 by ptsblog

In preparation for Ash Wednesday, the Rev. Erik Hoeke offers reflections on the importance of facing our own mortality. In the United Methodist liturgy for a service of death and resurrection, the opening prayer asks God to “give to us now your grace, that as we shrink before the mystery of death, we may see…

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Sweethearts of PTS

Posted on February 14, 2023February 3, 2023 by ptsblog

Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is more than a place for theological education. It’s also a place where many people meet their life partner! On this Valentine’s Day, we celebrate all who found love at PTS. Here are three stories of alumnae/i who are also PTS Sweethearts! Dr. Andrea Hall ’07 and the Rev. Dr. Sean Hall…

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Listening and Learning to Follow God’s Call

Posted on February 7, 2023February 6, 2023 by ptsblog

Some people put you at ease the moment you meet them. Pamela Tarpley is one of these people. And when she graduates from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary this May, she will use that gift in ways she never imagined. Pamela, the mother of four adult children, is pursuing a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies with…

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