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Who Is My Neighbor? The Rev. Gad Mpoyo on Neighbor, “Other,” and Interconnectedness

Posted on March 19, 2024December 13, 2024 by ptsblog
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Here at Pittsburgh Seminary, we seek to participate in God’s ongoing mission in the world by seeing and getting to know people as our neighbors. Challenged by Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan and inspired by Fred Rogers, who sang, “I have always wanted to have a neighbor just like you,” I am writing to…

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Books for Pastors: Spirituality

Posted on March 11, 2024November 6, 2023 by ptsblog
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“What are some books that every pastor should read?” PTS faculty were asked this question in spring 2023. Consider these 15 recommendations for spirituality: James A. Smith, On The Road with Saint Augustine: A Real- World Spirituality for Restless Hearts Henri Nouwen, Spiritual Formation: Following the Movements of the Spirit Roger Owens, Everyday Contemplative Barbara…

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Christian Education: Women’s First Steps into Seminary

Posted on March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 by ptsblog
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As we begin another Women’s History month, we are once again given an opportunity to reflect on the many firsts in our history. These stories—and the bold women who embody them—offer a lens for examining how far we have come. They act as snapshots of progress, while also frequently leaving us longing for a future…

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