Princeton Theological Seminary

2025 Forest Bathing Retreat
2025-10-11 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Friends of Herrontown Woods, 600 Snowden Lane Princeton, NJ, 08540, 600 Snowden Lane, Princeton, 08540, United States
Join us for a slow, sensory-rich walk in the woods designed to calm the nervous system and reconnect body, mind, and spirit with the more-than-human world. Guided by Rich Collins—an ANFT-certified Nature & Forest Therapy guide and founder of The Friendly Territory—you’ll move at a gentle pace through a series of invitations that open sight, sound, touch, and breath to the healing presence of the forest. No prior experience or special fitness is required; simply come as you are and allow the landscape to meet you. Co-presented in partnership with Friends of Herrontown Woods and The Friendly Territory.
Cost: $40/person
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Evening with Pádraig Ó Tuama
2025-10-09 20:00 - 21:00 | The Farminary, 4200 Princeton Pike, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
It is fall at the Farminary, which means a night of poetry is in order! We are excited to welcome Irish poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama for a reading and book signing.
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 8-9 pm
The Farminary (4200 Princeton Pike, Princeton, NJ 08540)
General Admission tickets are $25 per person | Student Tickets are $15
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Pádraig Ó Tuama hosts Poetry Unbound with On Being Studios and has published critical and theological essays, a memoir, and multiple volumes of poetry. Working fluently on the page and in public, he is a compelling writer and skilled speaker, teacher and group worker. He holds undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in theology, multiple professional qualifications in conflict mediation. From 2014-2019 he was the leader of the Corrymeela Community, Ireland’s oldest peace and reconciliation community. For the fall terms of 2024-28, he is a visiting scholar at the Center for Cooperation and Conflict Resolution at Columbia University.
We hope you can join us!
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at the.farminary@ptsem.edu.

The Cross and the Olive Tree: Editor Book Talk
2025-10-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Hybrid – Stuart Hall, 64 Mercer St, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540
Seminarians for Peace and Justice and the Theology Department, will host John Munayer and Samuel Munayer for a book talk on their newly published book “The Cross and the Olive Tree: Cultivating Palestinian Theology Amid Gaza” (Orbis Press)
John and Samuel will be joined by Friends of Sabeel North America (FOSNA) at Princeton Seminary as one stop in their national speaking tour across the United States to discuss the future of Palestinian theology and the struggle for liberation.

Student Lectures on Mission
2025-10-07 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Theron Room, Theodore Sedgwick Wright Library, 64 Mercer St
Student Lectures on Mission
Rev. Prof. Dr. Jerry Pillay, General Secretary of the World Council of Churches
All lectures will be held in the Wright Library, Theron Room and will stream live online.

Monday, October 6
7 pm: Trends and Themes in Ecumenism and Mission Today
Followed by a reception in the Wright Library foyer
Tuesday, October 7
5 pm: The Kingdom of God and the Transformation of the World
7 pm: COVID-19 and its Impact on Mission and Theology

These lectures are free and open to the public.
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Rev. Prof. Dr. Jerry Pillay is the General Secretary of the World Council of Churches and former Dean of the Faculty of Theology and Religion at the University of Pretoria. A South African theologian and leader in the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa, he has served in global ecumenical leadership roles including as President of the World Communion of Reformed Churches (2010–2017). He is deeply committed to church unity, justice, and reconciliation.

2025 Biblical Theology in Asian America Conference
2025-10-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Hybrid – Cooper Room, Erdman Center, 20 Library Pl, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540
About this Conference:

How do we read the Bible as Asian Americans? How do the family stories in Scripture—with all their beauty and brokenness—speak to our own experiences?

At a time when Asian American Christians are navigating the profound challenges of migration, intergenerational conflict, and cultural displacement, the Biblical Theology in Asian America Conference offers a groundbreaking space for exploring Scripture in ways that deeply resonate with these lived realities.

This isn’t your typical academic conference. We are creating space for pastors, teachers, and ministry leaders to encounter the Bible with both theological depth and emotional honesty.

This Year’s Focus: Family Stories That Mirror Our Own

We are diving into the complex family dynamics woven throughout the Old Testament—stories that often feel remarkably familiar to those of us navigating life between cultures. Think about Jacob and Esau’s rivalry, the silence surrounding Dinah’s trauma, or Ruth’s journey as an immigrant daughter-in-law. These aren’t sanitized Sunday school narratives; they are messy, complicated, and deeply human stories that resonate with the realities many Asian American families know well.

This conference pairs rigorous biblical scholarship with psychological insight. You will hear from Old Testament scholars who understand the Hebrew text alongside marriage and family therapists who work directly with Asian American communities. Together, they will help us discover how Scripture speaks not just to our minds, but to our hearts shaped by migration, cultural adaptation, and the ongoing work of generational healing.

What Makes This Conference Different

We know ministry and family life are complex, and we’re committed to offering both practical tools and deep theological reflection. We are making room for the realities that many of us live with daily: the pain of misunderstood children and disappointed parents, the weight of cultural expectations, the grief of languages and traditions lost or never fully learned. We believe Scripture has something profound to say about these experiences—not by erasing the difficulty, but by meeting us in it with wisdom, hope, and concrete pathways forward.

Who Should Attend?

This conference is designed for Asian American pastors, ministry leaders, counselors, and anyone seeking to integrate their faith with their cultural experience in deeper ways. Whether you’re preaching regularly, leading small groups, or simply trying to understand how Scripture speaks to your own family’s story, you’ll find resources and community here.

This interdisciplinary, public-facing event is uniquely designed to bridge biblical scholarship, pastoral theology, and mental health—equipping and empowering faith leaders to engage Scripture thoughtfully and pastorally within their own communities.

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2025 Eastern Conference of the Society of Christian Philosophers: The Philosophical Legacy of Robert Merrihew Adams
2025-10-02 - 2025-10-04 | NJ
The 2025 Eastern Conference of the Society of Christian Philosophers, cosponsored by Princeton Theological Seminary, the Princeton Project in Philosophy & Religion, and the Rutgers Center for the Philosophy of Religion, will take place at Princeton Theological Seminary on October 2–4, 2025. The theme of the conference is “The Philosophical Legacy of Robert Merrihew Adams.” All interested in attending are invited to register.
The late Bob Adams (September 8, 1937–April 16, 2024) made seminal contributions to several areas in philosophy, including the history of modern philosophy, ethics, metaphysics, and philosophy of religion. He was a founding member and second president of the Society of Christian Philosophers. Bob Adams was also a longtime member of the Board of Trustees of Princeton Theological Seminary, where he received a degree in 1962. The conference will feature keynote lectures by Keith DeRose (Yale University), Sukjae Lee (Seoul National University), and Marleen Rozemond (University of Toronto). There will also be a plenary panel that will engage with Adams’s work and consider its ongoing relevance. Other sessions at the conference may be on any philosophical topic, with some priority given to papers related to the conference theme.
Conference organizers: Andrew Chignell (chignell@princeton.edu); John Pittard (john.pittard@yale.edu); Dean Zimmerman (dwzimmer@philosophy.rutgers.edu)
Conference Schedule

Registration
The conference is open to the public but requires registration. Generate registration is $70 with discounts for SCP members and students. Registration is free for affiliates of Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton University, or Rutgers University.
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Sponsors
Princeton Theological Seminary, The Princeton Project in Philosophy & Religion, Rutgers Center for the Philosophy of Religion
Call for Papers
We invite submissions of 500-word abstracts of papers on any topic in philosophy that is likely to be of interest to Christian philosophers (including topics related to teaching), with some priority given to papers related to the conference theme. We welcome participation by individuals regardless of their religious beliefs (or lack thereof).
Abstracts should be prepared for blind review and emailed as an attachment to rmadamsconferencecfp@gmail.com. Include your identifying information (full name, institution, preferred email address) in the body of the submission email.
The deadline for submissions is May 15, 2025 (now extended from the original May 1 deadline).
Please prepare your blind abstracts (no identifying information in the abstract) as a pdf or Word file and send them to rmadamsconferencecfp@gmail.com. The subject of the email should read “Submission for RMAdamsConference.” Include your identifying information (full name, institution, email address) in the body of the submission email.
Submissions from graduate students are especially welcome and there will be a $500 prize for the best graduate submission (as well as a spot for their presentation). To be considered, indicate in the submission email that you are a graduate student.

Inaugural Lecture of Dr. Hanna Reichel
2025-10-01 17:00 - 18:30 | The Seminary Chapel, Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton, NJ, 08542, United States
“Reformed Callings”
Princeton Theological Seminary is honored to invite the community to the inaugural lecture of Dr. Hanna Reichel, who now serves as the Charles Hodge Professor of Systematic Theology. This milestone lecture will be followed by a reception to celebrate Dr. Reichel’s appointment.
The lecture will be held in person and livestreamed for those unable to attend on campus. A link to the livestream will be provided prior to the event.
About Dr. Hanna Reichel
Dr. Hanna Reichel brings a deep commitment to theological inquiry and Reformed traditions. Reichel earned their Dr. Theol. in Systematic Theology from Heidelberg University in Germany, following an MDiv in Theology and a BSc in Economics. Before joining Princeton Seminary, they taught at Heidelberg University and Halle-Wittenberg University.
A distinguished scholar and ecclesial leader, Dr. Reichel:

Co-chairs the Christian Systematic Theology unit of the American Academy of Religion (AAR)
Serves on steering committees for both the Karl Barth Society of North America and the International Karl Barth Conference (Switzerland)
Co-edits two major academic series: Brill’s Studies in Systematic Theology and Routledge’s Karl Barth Studies
Chairs the Center for Barth Studies Advisory Board at Princeton Seminary
Is a ruling elder in the PC(USA) and a member of the Theology Working Group of the World Communion of Reformed Churches, currently preparing the 2025 General Council in Chiang Mai, Thailand

We hope you will join us for this significant moment in the life of the Seminary and in Dr. Reichel’s ongoing theological vocation.
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Your Path to Princeton Seminary: Application Workshop for International Applicants II
2025-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Are you an international student exploring graduate theological education in the United States? This virtual workshop is designed specifically for prospective international applicants to Princeton Theological Seminary.
Join members of our Admissions Team for an informative session covering the application process in light of unique considerations for international students. Whether you are interested in pursuing a Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Arts in Theology (Justice and Public Life), PhD, or another degree, this workshop will help you navigate the journey from inquiry to enrollment.
In this session, we’ll cover:

Overview of master’s and doctoral degree programs
Application requirements and timelines for international applicants
English language proficiency testing (ToEFL/IELTS)
Transcript evaluation guidance
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
F-1 visa process and international student support
Q&A with the admissions team

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with our staff, and gain clarity about studying at Princeton Seminary as an international student. We look forward to welcoming you!

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AI Ethics with Shannon Vallor 2025 Gotto Lecture
2025-09-28 11:00 - 16:30 | Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church 7 West 55th Street New York, NY 10019, 7 West 55th Street, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Alumni and Friends of Princeton Theological Seminary are cordially invited by Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City to attend The Gotto Lecture in their sanctuary on Sunday, September 28, at 2 pm. Live streaming is also available.
Philosopher of technology and AI ethics expert Shannon Vallor, Director of the Centre for Technomoral Futures at the University of Edinburgh, will deliver the Anita and Antonio Gotto Lecture.
A discussion for Alumni and Friends will immediately follow, hosted by the Office of Alumni Relations. Rev. Dr. Gordon S. Mikoski, Associate Professor of Christian Education, will facilitate our discussion with his friend and colleague, Rev Dr. Marcell Sass, Professor for Practical Theology and Religious Education at Philipps-University Marburg, Germany.
If you are in the greater NYC area, please join us for this unique learning opportunity and time of fellowship. Refreshments will be served.
There is no cost for the lecture and discussion, but registration is required.
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Event Information & Schedule
Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church
7 West 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
Come for the lecture and discussion or join the congregation for worship and lunch as well.
11 am Worship
12:15 pm Light Lunch with the Congregation
2 pm Gotto Lecture in the Sanctuary
3:15 pm Alumni gathering and discussion with Rev. Dr. Gordon Mikoski and Rev. Dr. Marcell Sass.
About Shannon Vallor

Vallor, a leading philosopher of technology and a globally recognized voice in AI ethics, is the Baillie Gifford Professor in the Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Edinburgh. She directs the Centre for Technomoral Futures at the Edinburgh Futures Institute, where her work explores how emerging technologies transform human character, moral reasoning, and civic life.
Her latest book, The AI Mirror: How to Reclaim Our Humanity in an Age of Machine Thinking, explores the ethics, advantages, and challenges of a future with artificial intelligence.
Vallor is the author of Technology and the Virtues: A Philosophical Guide to a Future Worth Wanting, a pioneering book that draws on classical philosophy to address the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence and automation. She is also an advisor to international organizations working to ensure responsible and just technological development.
About Gordon Mikoski and Marcell Sass
Gordon Mikoski, MDiv ’88, MA ’89, associate professor of Christian education, earned his MDiv and MA degrees from the Seminary, and his PhD from Emory University. His research and teaching interests focus on Christian education, the sacraments, the doctrine of the Trinity, and practical theology. He has written and edited several books and serves as the editor for Theology Today and as the director of the PhD program at the Seminary. An ordained Presbyterian minister, he served a church in the Detroit area for eight years before returning to academia.

Rev. Dr. Marcell Sass is born in Frisia, Northwestern Germany. Since 2013 he is a full Professor for Practical Theology and Religious Education at Philipps-University Marburg, Germany (founded 1527) and serves also as director of Marburg’s Teacher Training Center. After earning his doctorate in Practical Theology in Muenster, Germany (2005) he served as an ordained Lutheran minister in Northern Germany. He taught at Muenster University, Germany, from 2006-2012 and finished his post-doctoral work there with a book about religion, school and rituals. He also worked at Harvard Divinity School’s Center for the Study of World Religions in 2012/13. For many years he benefits from a theological collaboration with Rev. Dr. Mikoski at Princeton Seminary. Today, Princeton ist Dr. Sass’ home away from home.

The Farminary's 10th Anniversary Celebration
2025-09-24 - 2025-09-27 | NJ
You are invited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Farminary!
Our three-day event includes time on the farm, time with one another, and time with some of the brightest minds continuing to shape conversations related to ecology and theology, food justice, sabbath, and more.
We hope you can join us.
Tentative Schedule
Wednesday, September 24, 2025

11:30 am: Opening Worship Service with Rev. Dr. Heber Brown III
12 pm: Lunch on the Quad
4 pm: Discussion with Rev. Dr. Willie James Jennings
8 pm: Wine and The Bible

Thursday, September 25, 2025
90-min Open Garden time throughout the day

9 am: Farminary History & Tour
10:30 am : Faculty Panel
1–2:30 pm: Workshops
3–4:30 pm: Workshops
7 pm: Discussion with Jeff Chu and Chef Michael Twitty

Friday, September 26, 2025
90-min Open Garden time throughout the day

9–10:30 am : Workshops
11 am–12: 30 pm: Workshops
3 pm: Alumni Panel
4:30 pm: Farminary History & Tour
5:30–6:45 pm: Farm ChefFest
7 pm: Closing Event with Special Guest To be Announced

Join our email list to get updates on The Farminary’s 10th Anniversary Celebration!
Online Form – Farminary 10th Anniversary
Please note: Events and guests are subject to change.

Elements: The Music of Creation
2025-09-19 19:00 - 20:30 | The Seminary Chapel, Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton, NJ, 08542, United States
Elements: The Music of Creation
Featuring Guest Artists:
Brandon Boyd, University of Missouri at Columbia
Ahreum Han Congdon, First Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth, Texas
Evelyn Simpson-Curenton, Shiloh Baptist Church of Washington, DC

With Princeton Seminary Chapel Choir
Martin Tel, director, and Mina Choi, accompanist
Friday, September 19, 2025, 7 pm
Location: Princeton Theological Seminary Chapel
The Joe R. Engle Organ Concert will feature a wide range of repertoire linked to the four elements, evoking the sounds of earth, water, wind and fire. The Chapel Choir will lead in songs which move us to celebrate the gifts of creation and commit to its protection and care.
Reception to Follow.
This concert is made possible by the Joe R. Engle Organ Concert endowment and is free of charge and open to the public.

Is Theological Education Right for Me? Fall Discernment Series Pt. II
2025-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Are you sensing a call to more meaningful graduate study but unsure whether seminary is the next right step? If you’ve ever wondered, “Is seminary for someone like me?”, this virtual session is a perfect space to begin the conversation.
Whether you imagine a career in public service, the church, or the marketplace or are simply seeking to grow spiritually and intellectually, this event will introduce you to how seminary can equip you for faithful, informed, and impactful service in a variety of contexts.
In this session, you’ll:

Learn what theological education is and who it’s for
Hear how students from diverse backgrounds discerned their call to seminary
Discover how graduate study can deepen your faith and expand your sense of vocation
Explore degree options and pathways for service in ministry, scholarship, and public life
Ask questions and engage with the admissions team

Join us to explore how theological education at Princeton Seminary invites students into rigorous academic study, spiritual formation, and a vibrant learning community, while helping you clarify your calling and next steps.

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Lunch and Learn with Professor Peniel Joseph
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Main Lounge, Mackay Dining Hall, College Road
Lunch and Learn with Professor Peniel Joseph
Barbara Jordan Chair in Ethics and Values & Director, Center for the Study of Race and Democracy
University of Texas at Austin
Featuring his new book, Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America’s Civil Rights Revolution
Wednesday, September 10
12–1:30 pm
Mackay Campus Center, Main Lounge
Join us for a special conversation with Professor Peniel Joseph as he shares insights from his groundbreaking new book, Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America’s Civil Rights Revolution. The event will include a lecture and Q&A, moderated by KC Choi, Kyung-Chik Han Chair Professor of Asian American Theology, and Lisa Bowens, Associate Professor of New Testament.
Bring your lunch or grab it from Mackay and be part of this engaging discussion.
Free and open to the public. Space is limited.
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Photo by Erica-Dauzacke
Peniel E. Joseph is the Barbara Jordan Chair in Ethics and Political Values, founding director of the Center for the Study of Race and Democracy at the LBJ School of Public Affairs, and distinguished service leadership professor and professor of history at the University of Texas at Austin. He is the author and editor of eight award-winning books on African American history, including The Third Reconstruction and The Sword and the Shield. He lives in Austin, Texas.

Book Panel - Romans: A Commentary (WJK, 2024) by Professor Emerita Beverly Gaventa
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Theron Room, Theodore Sedgwick Wright Library, 64 Mercer St
Book Panel: Romans: A Commentary (WJK, 2024) by Professor Emerita Beverly Gaventa
Presented by the Biblical Studies Department
Tuesday, September 9 | 5 pm (Reception to follow)
Theron Room, Wright Library
Free and Open to the Public
Chair
Lisa Bowens, Associate Professor of New Testament
Panelists
Eric Barreto, Frederick and Margaret L. Weyerhaeuser Associate Professor of New Testament
Matthew Novenson, Helen HP Manson Professor of New Testament
Kim Wagner, Assistant Professor of Preaching

Learning & Leading for Social Change
2025-09-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Discover how Princeton Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts (Hybrid) in Theology, Justice, and Public Life is designed to support, challenge, and empower leaders in the midst of their work and witness.
This virtual session will introduce prospective students to a graduate program that invites meaningful theological reflection in the rhythms of everyday life. Whether you are a working professional, community organizer, nonprofit leader, educator, or advocate for justice, this program is built with you in mind—offering rigorous theological education in a flexible, part-time, hybrid format.
You’ll learn how the program equips students to engage theological questions alongside real-world challenges, fostering critical thinking, spiritual formation, and leadership development rooted in a commitment to justice and the public good.
In this session, we will explore:

The structure and rhythm of the hybrid program (online coursework + in-person intensives
How students integrate theological study with their current vocations
The program’s focus on public theology, justice, and social transformation
Admissions requirements, timeline, and financial aid
What it means to join a learning community of thoughtful practitioners and change agents

If you’re seeking to deepen your faith, sharpen your public voice, and reflect theologically in the context of your work, we invite you to consider how this degree might fit into your life and calling.

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Your Path the Princeton Seminary: Application Workshop for International Applicants I
2025-09-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Are you an international student exploring graduate theological education in the United States? This virtual workshop is designed specifically for prospective international applicants to Princeton Theological Seminary.
Join members of our Admissions Team for an informative session covering the application process in light of unique considerations for international students. Whether you are interested in pursuing a Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Arts in Theology (Justice and Public Life), PhD, or another degree, this workshop will help you navigate the journey from inquiry to enrollment.
📘 In this session, we’ll cover:

Overview of master’s and doctoral degree programs
Application requirements and timelines for international applicants
English language proficiency testing (TOEFL/IELTS)
Transcript evaluation guidance
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
F-1 visa process and international student support
Q&A with the Admissions Team

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with our staff, and gain clarity about studying at Princeton Seminary as an international student. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Closed, Labor Day
2025-09-01 | Wright Library, 25 Library Place, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States

Leadership Development Seminar
2025-08-27 12:00 - 2025-11-19 13:30 | NJ
Empowering Women Leaders
This highly flexible program is designed for women at various levels of formal leadership who are looking for opportunities to expand their skill set and engage a community of like-minded learners. Participants do NOT need to be ordained; this is for women who want to advance as leaders as well as for those who are already leading as pastors, but also in staff roles, as lay leaders or committee heads in congregations, or in nonprofit work.
Topics covered include leadership identity and vision, change management, strategic planning, managing a team, navigating conflict, and more. In addition to seminar leaders, participants have access to a seasoned mentor who acts as a resource and wise guide as we move through the material, as well as a certified executive coach offering feedback and guidance. Each participant will be invited to connect one of the core themes with a real-world opportunity or challenge she is facing, and present on how she intends to use material from the seminar in addressing it.
How it works

This program is only offered to those who go through the application process at Iron Sharpening Iron Application. Deadline for the late summer cohort is May 30, 2025.
Once approved, participants will receive a link to register for the program
The Leadership Development Seminar begins new cohorts in April and in August each year
Specific dates for the 12-week programs will be shared upon completing the application
Upon completion of the offering, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation

Program Expectations

Attend 12 virtual sessions, each 90 minutes long
Prepare for sessions through readings, self-reflection and one final presentation connecting learning with a real-world leadership challenge
Participate in 1-on-1 coaching session
Be willing to engage deeply in learning, building relationships with colleagues, and fostering the growth of self and others

Advanced Details

When: New cohorts beginning in April and in August each year
Duration: 12-weeks
Format: Online Synchronous
Credit: 0 CEU(s) for the course
Price: $1,999

People can inquire regarding scholarships by emailing ironsharpeningiron@ptsem.edu
To learn more about the course or to sign up, click here.

Inside the PhD at Princeton Seminary: PhD Application Workshop
2025-08-26 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Whether you’re just beginning to explore doctoral study or preparing to apply this cycle, this workshop will equip you with the tools and insight needed to take the next step with clarity and confidence.
🔍 What to Expect:

Guidance on preparing and submitting a strong application
Advice on academic preparation and discernment
Live Q&A with the PhD Studies and Admissions teams

Join us to gain the insight into what makes a strong application and what sets Princeton’s Doctor of Philosophy program apart.

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Understanding Discernment: Fall Discernment Series Pt. 1
2025-08-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Gain deeper insight into the spiritual practices of discernment and calling.
This session will explore how we come to recognize and respond to God’s invitations in our lives – especially in seasons of transition, uncertainty, or growth.
Through guided reflection, theological framing, and practical tools, participants will be invited to consider how their passions, experiences, and values intersect with the needs of the world and how to listen for God’s guidance in the midst of it all.
Whether you are considering a vocational change, further study, or simply seeking greater clarity about your next steps, this event will offer both space and structure for spiritual reflection.
Come ready to engage in meaningful conversation about where God may be leading you and how to move forward with purpose and faith.

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Ready, Set, Apply: Master's Application Workshop
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Thinking about applying to one of our Master’s programs? This practical workshop will demystify the application process.
🛠️ What We’ll Cover:

How to prepare a strong application
Crafting a compelling personal statement
Gathering recommendations
Understanding deadlines, scholarships, and admissions criteria
Q&A with the Admissions Team

👤 Who Should Attend:

Anyone considering a master’s degree at Princeton Seminary
First-time applicants
Those returning to school after time away
Anyone seeking clarity on next steps

Bring your questions—and leave with clarity and confidence.
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Pathways to Purpose: Exploring Princeton Seminary's Master's Programs
2025-08-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Princeton Theological Seminary offers nine graduate programs that prepare students for transformative leadership in the church, academy, and world. Whether you’re called to pastoral ministry, nonprofit innovation, education, or research, this session will help you discern the right path.
🧭 What You’ll Learn:

Overview of all degree programs: Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Christian Education & Formation, PhD, etc.
Spotlight on unique programs including our MA in Theology and Ecology & MA (Hybrid) – Theology (Justice and Public Life)
What makes each program distinct
Tips for discernment and the admissions process

👥 Who Should Attend:

Future pastors, chaplains, and educators
Aspiring scholars and theologians
Justice and ecology-oriented change-makers
Anyone exploring a call to theological study

Join our Admissions Team for a conversation that could shape your future!

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BTLI 2025 Conference
2025-07-14 08:00 - 2025-07-18 17:00 | Princeton Seminary, 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ, 08542, United States
Reimagining The Black Church – The Past Promise and Prophetic Potential of Black Theology
The Black Church has long served as a beacon of hope, resilience, and justice, deeply rooted in the spiritual and social life of African Americans. From its early foundations during slavery through its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement, the Black Church has continually reimagined itself as a force for liberation and transformation. Yet, as we stand at the crossroads of new challenges—racial injustice, economic inequality, political unrest, and the shifting landscape of religious life—it is time to revisit the past promise of Black Theology and uncover the prophetic potential of the Black Church for the future.
This conference seeks to engage scholars, clergy, activists, and community leaders in a critical exploration of the historical contributions of Black Theology, while imagining its role in addressing contemporary issues. We will reflect on the ways the Black Church has served as a prophetic voice for justice and equality and discuss how it can continue to shape the future through leadership, innovation, and advocacy.
Click here to learn more or sign up: https://btli.ptsem.edu/

Iron Sharpening Iron Book Club
2025-06-17 12:00 - 2025-08-12 13:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Hopepunk: Stories of Faithful Resistance and Radical Hope
In an age marked by deep polarization, climate anxiety, systemic injustice, and institutional fatigue, it can feel easier to retreat into despair than to keep working for change. But hopepunk offers another way—a narrative posture rooted in fierce hope, moral courage, and the stubborn belief that goodness is worth fighting for.
Coined by writer Alexandra Rowland in 2017, hopepunk is a literary genre and cultural movement grounded in the idea that hope is not soft or sentimental but defiant. It tells stories of people who resist apathy and despair, who choose community over isolation, and who persist in loving the world—even when it’s broken. These aren’t stories of easy wins or naïve optimism. They are stories of grit, grace, and the costly work of healing and justice.
For ministry leaders and people of faith, hopepunk resonates deeply. In many ways, it mirrors the biblical call to be people of hope: to live as resurrection people in a Good Friday world, to love our neighbors as ourselves, and to seek the kingdom of God even when it feels far off. These stories offer more than escapism—they offer spiritual imagination. They help us reframe leadership as an act of discipleship: one rooted not in control, but in compassion; not in certainty, but in faithful persistence.
In this book club, we’ll read stories where resistance looks like community care, where healing begins with honest lament, and where leadership means showing up with integrity, humility, and heart. As we journey through these narratives together, we’ll reflect on the theological threads woven through them—hope as a spiritual discipline, love as a form of protest, and justice as an act of faith.
So come ready to read, wrestle, and be renewed. Because in a world that tells us to give up, we’re here to say: hope still matters. And it’s worth living for.
We hope you can join us.
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The Incarcerated God: Thinking with and beyond Barth on the Prison System
2025-06-15 - 2025-06-18 | Hybrid – Theron Room, Wright Library, 25 Library Pl, Princeton, NJ, 08540
The 2025 Karl Barth Conference on June 15–18 will explore the theme “The Incarcerated God: Thinking with and beyond Barth on the Prison System,” co-organized by the Center for Barth Studies at Princeton Theological Seminary, the Prison Studies Program at Duke Divinity School, the Calvin Prison Initiative at Calvin College, and the Partnership for Religion and Education in Prisons (PREP) at Drew Theological School.
This year’s conference will examine Karl Barth’s theological insights in relation to incarceration, justice, and liberation, fostering a critical and constructive dialogue on addressing systemic oppression. A diverse lineup of speakers will reflect on Barth’s relevance to contemporary discussions on incarceration and offer theological perspectives on Christian witness in relation to incarcerated persons. Join us for this thought-provoking event centered on theology, justice, and hope.
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Building a Better Community: Exclusive Workshop with She Should Run
2025-06-11 12:00 - 13:00 | NJ
Building a Better Community: Exclusive Workshop with She Should Run
The voice of pastoral leaders has never been more important. Join us for this webinar, where pastors will begin to build tangible plans to swing into civic action–including reflecting on the communities they already belong to, how they would like to influence change, and issues that are important to them. Webinar attendees will leave with increased confidence, clarity on their personal brand and leadership qualifications, and a changed mindset about entering politics.

Learning Goals

Define the issues or community topics they care about and what motivates them to action and civic involvement
Obtain tactical knowledge about what it looks like to be civically engaged to channel their passion into action
Understand their purpose and become familiar with the mechanisms of civic engagement while still seeking clarity on how to get started in politics
Articulate their personal action plans and next steps for community civic engagement

Who should attend

Pastors serving congregations or communities of any size

How it works

When: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 12 pm – 1 pm ET
Duration:1-hour
Format: Online Synchronous
Credit: no CEU(s) for the course
Price: $49

To learn more about the course or to sign up, please click here.

Our Story, Our Faith: South Asian American Christian Histories and Futures
2025-06-06 17:00 - 2025-06-07 17:30 | NJ

Family Afternoon at the Farminary
2025-06-05 15:30 - 17:30 | The Farminary, 4200 Princeton Pike, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Join us for a fun-filled day at Princeton Seminary’s Farminary designed especially for kids grades K-8!
This special event will help children build a deeper connection with nature and food through hands-on, age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity and care for the earth.
Kids will enjoy exploring the farm, planting seeds, and discovering the wonder of where food comes from.
We’re also thrilled to welcome special guest Alliah Agostini — author of The Juneteenth Story and The Juneteenth Cookbook — who will share stories that celebrate food, culture, and community. Come grow, learn, and play with us at the Farminary!
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required!
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Parents/guardians must accompany their children at all times.

Commencement 2025
2025-05-17 08:00 - 12:00 | Princeton University Chapel, 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ, 08542, United States
Commencement Speaker: Jonathan Lee Walton, President of Princeton Theological Seminary
Doors to the University Chapel open at 8:30 am for Commencement guests. Graduates report to the University Chapel basement at 9:15 a.m. robed and ready for instructions by 9:30 a.m. Additional information for graduates and their families about all of the activities around commencement is available on Inside PTS (login required).
Parking: Parking in downtown Princeton is always at a premium. Our suggestion is to park on our campus in the Wright Library parking lot (25 Library Place, Princeton, NJ 08540) and walk to the University Chapel (about 0.7 mile). If you do wish to park at the University, Lots 10 and 13 on William’s Street are available. Princeton University Map
*Please contact Marybeth Chapman at the Office of Student Life (marybeth.chapman@ptsem.edu, 609.497.7880) for information regarding parking and shuttle transportation for persons with disabilities and mobility issues.
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