Congratulations to Rev. Michael Schuenemeyer, 2026 recipient of Eden Theological Seminary’s honorary degree, Doctor of Divinity. The degree will be conferred at Eden’s Commencement ceremony on May 15, 2026.
Congratulations to Ohun Ashe and Kayla M. Reed, 2026 recipients of Eden’s honorary degree, Doctor of Humane Letters. The degrees will be conferred at Eden's Commencement ceremony on May 15, 2026.
Dr. Dietra Wise Baker at the SDPC 2026 The Sacred Fire with Eden Theological Seminary students, alumni, and friends! #SDPC2026
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Eden President Deborah Krause reconnects with Joyce and Steve Schroer, Class of 1996, visiting from Ohio. Moments like this remind us that you don’t just graduate from Eden, you gain lifelong relationships. Our alumni carry Eden’s spirit everywhere, and when they return, it feels like family.
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At Eden Theological Seminary, the Press Hall tower stands as more than a landmark. It is a witness, a quiet but steady sign of our presence, our faith, and our calling in the world. This February... https://bit.ly/3MDIkLZ
James H. Cone was a pioneering theologian and minister who gave voice to Black Liberation Theology. He challenged the church to confront racism head-on, insisting that the gospel of Jesus is inseparable from the liberation of oppressed people. His work reshaped modern theology.
Howard Thurman taught that spiritual depth fuels justice: “Don’t ask what the world needs—ask what makes you come alive.” This Black History Month, may his words call us to live with courage and purpose.
Eden Theological Seminary joins faith leaders for an interfaith conversation on reproductive justice. Sat, Feb 14, 9:00AM(9:30 start) at Congregation Shaare Emeth. Hosted by Access MO with Rev. Dr. Deborah Krause. Register: bit.ly/interfaith-feb14
Black History Month is a sacred time
At Eden, we honor a faith that remembers, resists, and builds, that is rooted in justice, truth, and the dignity of every life.
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“Eden is the connective tissue between a seminary education and local congregations.”
Here from Eden Board Member Rev. Shannon Johnson on how Eden’s Contextual Education Model makes a real-world impact on local congregations.
Meet the Eden faculty! Professor of Constructive Theology (and Allen and Dottie Miller Professor of Mission and Peace) Damayanthi Niles’ writing and research focuses on constructive and contextual theology. At Eden, she teaches foundational theology, missiology, and post-colonial thought.
In the interest of care, safety, and community, all seminary classes and work will be online Mon, Jan. 26 due to weather. Students will hear from their professors. Staff & faculty will work remotely. Please stay safe and off the roads unless necessary.
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Meet Eden alum Rev. Gabrielle Kennedy! Rev. Gabrielle started as an involved lay leader and through answering her call, became a Master’s student, an executive director of a nonprofit, and a business owner and consultant working to support congregations.
Read her story here: https://bit.ly/4qeQubD
Thank you to the Missouri United Methodist Foundation for supporting Pat’s Place and the Garden & Gleaning Project at Eden.
Garden and Gleaning has been dedicated to growing fresh produce that is delivered to food ministries in St. Louis.
Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3Zvq7D2
Register today for Eden’s Spring Convocation!
With two days of impactful events and an incredible lineup of speakers, Spring Convocation promises to be a transformative event. Attend In Person on Eden’s Campus or Live via Zoom. We hope you’ll join us.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4rXS7fE
Experience the power of community each week at Eden’s chapel services.
Chapel services take place every Tuesday from 5:50-6:20 pm on campus and online. If you’re joining us on campus, there's also a community meal at 5pm.
Watch our chapel services back on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/4qTzxUB
Learn about Eden’s End of Life Doula Certificate Program!
Eden’s End-of-Life Doula Certificate Program provides a holistic approach to deathcare, empowering you to serve your family, community, congregation, or clients with dignity, presence, and purpose.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3NoQojN
📣 Announcement - The Center for Lived Faith and Organizing is excited to share its workshop lineup for 2026!
All workshops can be joined online or in person. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4jFUrnM
Welcome to the team, Marlon!
Marlon Rhodeman is coming on as Eden’s new Director of Marketing & Communications. Marlon is the Media Director for West Side Missionary Baptist Church. He’s also the winner of ABC’s Pitch Contest!
Please join us in giving Marlon a warm welcome to the Eden team.
Come with your questions!
Join the Walker Leadership Institute for a Lunch & Learn and Workshop on Marketing & Communications, led by Allegra Mangione & Hari Baumbach!
Thursday, 1/15 from 12-12:30pm - https://bit.ly/4pxj0os
Friday, 1/30 from 9:30am-12pm - https://bit.ly/49cByp2
Eden stands with the community of United Theological Seminary and all who are joining in non-violent action to protest ICE’s lawless actions and the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis. Dr. Molly Marshall, United’s President, responds here to the killing of Renee Good.
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Eden’s Academic Dean, Christopher Grundy, has released a new single, “Take Us Home by Another Way,” just in time for Epiphany!
Find the single on Spotify, Apple Music, or on YouTube by following the link.
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Happy New Year from Eden Seminary! May 2026 be your year to meet the moment with theological rigor and community action.
Three Master of Community Leadership students, Marcella Cloud, Erin Dooley, and Davanta Scruggs, shared their projects. Two Doctor of Ministry students, Mtipe Koggani and J.T. Young, presented new research.
Congratulations to all the students who presented. Your hard work is shining through!
What if we redefined retirement as jubilee?
Eden’s Next Steps program introduces participants to perspectives on vocation and aging drawn from theology, philosophy, and psychology. You’ll leave with a personal plan for this new and meaningful chapter of your life.
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Blessed Advent, at Eden Seminary we pray that the hope, love, and joy of this season meets you and the congregations and communities you serve as we all seek to join God’s loving and liberating work in the world.
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Tracy’s journey took her around the world and later, back home to the US, where she continues to advance human rights, focusing today on immigrant and refugee communities in Aurora, Colorado.
Read Tracy’s story here: https://bit.ly/4pJyhmP
Thank you, Presbyterian Church USA for sharing the story of our recent $10 Million granny award from Lilly Endowment.
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Save the date for Eden’s Spring Convocation 2026!
This year’s theme is: Imagination for Ministries of Transformation: A Forum in Honor of Rev. Dr. Walter Brueggemann.
Spring Convocation will take place April 9-10, 2026. Check out the schedule of events here: https://bit.ly/4rXS7fE