Year: 2025

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Denver Seminary’s Black Church Programs Presents “One Night at His Feet”— A Powerful Celebration of Black History, Faith, and Worship

Denver Seminary’s Black Church Programs invites the community to “One Night at His Feet,” an uplifting evening of praise and worship, and a celebration of the rich heritage of Black people in America. This powerful event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at Restoration Christian Fellowship in Aurora. The event is…

In Perspective: Bridging the Pulpit: What Black and White Preachers Can Learn From Each Other

In an era where social and cultural divides often influence faith communities, what can Black and White preachers learn from one another? What shared wisdom can deepen understanding and strengthen ministry? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation exploring the distinct approaches and preaching styles, leadership approaches, and perspectives on justice, identity, and community that Black…

A Vision for Change: Honoring Dr. Felix Gilbert’s Legacy 

When Felix Gilbert joined Denver Seminary’s faculty in 2013, he brought with him a passion for connecting the Seminary with Denver’s urban communities. As the founder and director of the Urban Initiative—now the Black Church Programs—he pioneered a year-long Lay Ministry Program to equip lay leaders in urban Denver communities. His visionary leadership helped bridge…

Alumni Spotlight | Doug Nuenke: A Life on Mission for Christ and for Others 

By: Melanie Predolich  For Dr. Doug Nuenke, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) and Doctor of Ministry (DMin) graduate of Denver Seminary, his work has never been about the recognition or the position but about the gospel and God’s people.   Doug’s walk with Christ began in the early 1980s during his undergraduate studies at Texas Christian…

Alumni Spotlight | Liz Stinard: Letting God Lead into Wholeness 

By: Abby Perry  Originally published in Engage Magazine, Fall 2022 Liz Stinard was used to being the resilient one.  Having served overseas in the mission field with Wycliffe Bible Translators since 2000, Stinard had developed strong adaptability and coping skills that she’d called upon throughout her work and personal life. Not everything required those skills, of…

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Denver Seminary Names Dr. Eva Bleeker the Rev. Dr. Jan McCormack Endowed Chair of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care

Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Eva Bleeker, assistant professor of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, as the Rev. Dr. Jan McCormack Endowed Chair of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, effective January 1, 2025. Dr. Bleeker joined Denver Seminary in 2019, bringing a wealth of expertise and experience to her…

‘Cloistering’ is not the answer to America’s great divide, Burge says

U.S. society will continue to fragment into ever-shrinking political and religious clusters as long as Americans continue to shun those with different perspectives, sociologist of religion Ryan Burge said in a Denver Seminary podcast. The trend has been highly visible in Christian denominations whose worship and ministry once were shared by Republican and Democratic members, but…

Honoring Jimmy Carter’s Legacy of Faith and Service: A Message from Denver Seminary

By: Dr. Mark Husbands, Denver Seminary President As we observe the National Day of Mourning for President Jimmy Carter, Denver Seminary stands with our nation in honoring a remarkable leader whose Christian testimony transcended political, social, and religious divides. Across his 99-plus years, President Carter exemplified what it looks like to respond to biblical call…

덴버신학교, 신임 총장 마크 허즈번즈 박사를 맞이하다

덴버신학교는 2025년 새해에 개교 75주년을 맞이하며, 마크 허즈번즈 박사를 제8대 총장으로 선임하는 역사적인 이정표를 세웠습니다. 지난 11월 덴버신학교 이사회는 전국적으로 엄격한 서치를 거쳐 만장일치로 신임 총장을 결정하였고, 새해가 시작되면서 마크 허즈번즈 박사는 공식적으로 총장직을 수행하게 되었습니다. 허즈번즈 박사는 “덴버신학교의 사명과 핵심 가치를 굳건히 지켜나갈 때 하나님께서 풍성한 축복을 내려주시기를 기도하며 희망합니다” 라고 말합니다. “저는 덴버신학교의…

Denver Seminary Welcomes Dr. Mark Husbands as President

Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary began its 75th year on January 1, marking a historic milestone with the selection of Dr. Mark Husbands as its eighth president. Dr. Husbands officially assumed the role at the start of the new year, following a unanimous decision by the Seminary’s Board of Trustees in November after a rigorous…