More than ever, the Church must be known for healing, not hurting. We live in a world where trauma is no longer the exception as it weaves through every layer of society, from families and congregations to institutions and communities. Ministry leaders today are increasingly called to serve in spaces shaped by suffering and unhealed…
Following in the footsteps of a legend, Dr. Eva Bleeker steps into her role as the Rev. Dr. Jan McCormack Endowed Chair, bringing a passion for storytelling, mentorship, and equipping students for transformative ministry. The saying goes: You don’t want to follow a legend. But when Dr. Eva Bleeker was announced as the Rev. Dr….
Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary will welcome Curt Thompson, MD—renowned psychiatrist, author, and speaker—for a one-day conference on Friday, April 25. This engaging event will explore the intersection of neuroscience, human relationships, and Christian faith, equipping mental health professionals with wisdom for their practice and personal growth. Counseling professionals can earn four continuing education hours…
By Anne Battle Schultz The term “theology” often brings to mind scholarly discussion and intellectual contemplation rather than the practicalities of daily life. But Dr. Ryan Tafilowski, chair of the Theology Department and assistant professor of Theology at Denver Seminary, has learned to “do theology” every day—and he teaches his students to do the same. …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary has received a renewed grant of $50,000 from the Windgate Foundation to provide scholarships for students pursuing their Master of Arts in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling at Denver Seminary. The Windgate Counseling Scholarship is awarded to full-time students with demonstrated financial needs pursuing a career in counseling. This multi-year…