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Sixty-six graduates from both the master’s program and the certificate in ministry programs were
recognized for successfully completing their programs of study. Dr. David Kendall, bishop of the Free Methodist Church, challenged the graduates in his address, Confronting the Most Basic Temptations. Master of Arts graduate, Suzanne Pearson (C18) reflected on the student experience with appreciation for the investment both she and her graduating class received during their time at NES. This year’s celebration also highlighted three affiliated certificate in ministry programs – Center for Theological Studies (El Centro Hispano de Estudios Teológicos), Sound of the Genuine Biblical Institute, and Rochester Institute of Christian Education.
Photos from top: Bishop David Kendall; graduates Liz
Guckenbiehl (L) and Patti Welch (R); graduates Richard Armstrong (R), Todd Bumbarger (C), Adrienne Davis (L); certificate graduates (L to R) Moises Vega, Luis Torres, Andy Garwood, Maria
Velazquez, Rebeca Burgos; President John Martin (L), Anthony Harris (C), Vice President Jack Connell (R).
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Commencement 2009
NES eNewsletter Vol. 6, No. 4 –– July 2009
IN THIS ISSUE Commencement Conference on Ministry
Alumnus of the Year Online Courses Alumni News Faculty News Art exhibit:--Call for Entries
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Issues of Conversion and
Transformation Come to Life at
Conference on Ministry
The “teaching was powerful” according to a conference participant when asked about the collaborative effort of
keynote speakers Dr. William Willimon and Dr. Gordon Smith. Inspiration and scholarship came together as Dr. Willimon, (R) bishop of the North Alabama Conference in the United Methodist Church, and Dr. Smith (L), president of reSource Leadership International addressed pastors and lay leaders at the two-day conference that also offered practical workshops by NES faculty, graduates and students.
MP3s and CDs of plenary sessions and workshops are available by contacting [email protected] or 585.594.6800.
Pastor Willy Irizarry Recognized
as First Alumnus of the Year
Rev. Wilfredo (Willy) Irizzary (C14) was awarded “Alumnus of the Year,” on June 16 at the Seminary’s Conference on Ministry and again at an Alumni Banquet that evening. Founder and pastor of Adonai Community Fellowship and Adonai Community Services, Pastor’s Willy’s leadership and influence have been widely felt in Rochester and beyond. In so many ways his life and ministry reflects the mission of Northeastern Seminary.
Adonai Community Services began in 1995 and operated off the back of a minivan with his wife and children helping run community outreach events for churches through kids’ carnivals. The ministry now includes up to 20 paid and volunteer staff, 3 vans, 1 truck, 4 trailers, and over 100 bookings a year in Rochester, Buffalo, and throughout New York State. In 2006, Adonai Ministries launched the Rochester Family Fun Festival and Health Fair which last year drew over 5,000 people for fun, games, music, health screening, and messages from God’s Word. Endorsed by Rochester Mayor Bob Duffy and Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks the event networks churches, health care organizations, small businesses, and government agencies to serve the families of the city of Rochester. This September, the hope is to reach up to 10,000 people, with the first 1,000 families receiving a free bag of groceries. As
part of the festival numerous youth groups from the region will join in a march to end violence. God has opened doors for Pastor Willy to lead the effort to offer similar events in Fort Myers, Fla; San Antonio, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn. Photo: President John Martin recognizes Pastor Willy Irizzary as alumnus of the year.
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For the people you know who want to deepen theological understanding, develop cultural literacy, and equip themselves to better serve in ministry, please share with them about Northeastern Seminary.Whether lay leaders or clergy, let them know they are invited to investigate the value of an NES degree at one of the information meetings listed below. Your endorsement carries significant weight.
Information Meetings
Fall Thursdays 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Roberts Hall 213
August 6 September 10
October 8 November 12 December 10
Students Enjoy the Generosity of Donors
Once again this year NES is able to award scholarships for 2009-10 as a result of the generosity of some very special individuals. These endowed and annually given funds are awarded in addition to the need-based and merit-based scholarships that support our seminarians. Every student who completed the application process received an award as part of the $16,325 distribution of these scholarships. If you are interested supporting seminarians through scholarships please contact Todd Daningburg in our development office at
[email protected] or 585.594.6644.
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Course Registration—Deadline July 31
To guarantee a place in class students should register by July 31; and with the registration deadline fast approaching, the new online registration feature is saving a few trees. Current master’s degree students enrolling in post-Core courses can register for fall 2009 classes using IQWeb at:
https://webiq.roberts.edu/iqweb/Secure/logon.asp. There is still a “paper” method of registering too. Print out registration forms in the “registration packet” for summer/fall 09 found at https://eboard.nes.edu/Registration.asp and submit them to the academic services office. Check out the same location for a complete listing of courses. Graduates, don’t forget the $100 scholarship per NES course taken for credit or audit. There’s still a chance to take a special elective course with that beloved faculty member. Contact Faith Sharp at 585.594.6623 or [email protected].
Receptions to Kick off Semester
It only takes a year to start a tradition. That’s why we are pleased to announce the second annual set of welcome receptions for students as they start their fall semester. On Monday, August 24 post-Core students can gather for a special break between their classes, from 7:15 – 7:35 p.m. Likewise, Core students on Tuesday, August 25 (BHT512 and BHT514) and Thursday, August 27 (BHT511 and BHT513) will gather for a light supper from 4:45 – 5:30 p.m. before the opening community chapels scheduled for those evenings. Come and fellowship with each other and with NES faculty and staff.
Congregations and Prophets Go Online
Drs. Nelson Grimm and Beth Gerhardt step into cyberspace as they teach two 5-week online classes this fall. The first class, Congregational Renewal, will run from August 24 to September 21 and will be taught by Dr. Grimm. OldTestament Prophets’ Cry for Justice, taught by Dr. Gerhardt, will run from November 16 to December 14. These courses will use the Roberts Wesleyan College course management system and will incorporate threaded discussions, full menus of multi-media resources for engaging course content, and person-to-person exchange among students and faculty. Courses may be taken
instead of, or in addition to other classes in the same term depending on course load. Register today at https://webiq.roberts.edu/iqweb/Secure/logon.asp or
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Tony Campolo—
Social Justice Through the Church
October 5, 2009, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Northeastern Seminary
Interact with Dr. Tony Campolo at a chapel, luncheon, and forum focused on social justice. He will speak at 11 a.m. in the Hale Auditorium at the Roberts Hall Cultural Life Center and a roundtable luncheon will follow including time for Q & A. The luncheon will be held in the Ellen Stowe Roberts Dining Room of the Garlock Dining Commons. Guests may sign up by calling 585.594.6800 or emailing [email protected].
McCown Symposium—
How to Have a Happy Afterlife
October 19, 2009 Northeastern Seminary
Bible scholar Ben Witherington is professor of New Testament for doctoral studies at Asbury Theological
Seminary and doctoral faculty at St. Andrews University in Scotland. He is considered one of the top evangelical
thinkers in the world and is an elected member of the
prestigious SNTS, a society dedicated to New Testament studies. Witherington has written over 30 books, including The Jesus Quest and The Paul Quest, both of which were selected as top biblical studies works by Christianity Today. He also writes for many church and scholarly publications, and is a frequent contributor to the Beliefnet.com website. We are honored to have Dr. Witherington present 3 lectures at this year’s McCown Symposium. Watch for upcoming details at www.nes.edu.
All-Seminary Retreat—
Intimacy with God
November 13-14 (NEW DATES!)
Long Point Camp and Conference Center, Penn Yan, NY Retreat leader Jim Krisher is the founder and full-time director of the Spiritual Renewal Center (www.spiritualrenewalcenter.com). He also serves as adjunct instructor of New Testament and Christian spirituality at
LeMoyne College. He earned degrees in religion from Syracuse University and in theology from Boston College. He pursued additional graduate work in Christian spirituality and spiritual direction at Creighton University. Kirsher is the author of Spiritual Surrender: Yielding Yourself to a Loving God, and The Ongoing Work of Jesus: His Mission In Our Lives, both published by Twenty-Third Publications.
Retreat costs for students, alumni and faculty/staff are covered by the Personal and Spiritual Formation program. Spouses are welcome and can attend for nominal cost—scholarships for spouses are available.
Registration information will be mailed in September. Call Jennifer Catalano at 585.594.6420 or e-mail at [email protected] for assistance.
Art Exhibit
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CALL FOR ENTRIES
FOR B.T. ROBERTS MEMORIAL HALL ART GALLERY
We seek drawings, paintings, digital art, photography, textiles, relief, prints, or other 2‐D work that speak of the Church, its role in
rebuilding shattered lives, bridging hope, liturgical engagement with
technology, or images of inspiring ideas that aim at revitalizing the church. Find the complete prospectus at
http://www.nes.edu/Galle ry/docs/NESfall09prospe ctus2.pdf or contact curator, Kathrine Page:
Faculty News
Dr. Beth Gerhardt, professor of theology and social ethics, participated at Elim
Fellowship’s (Lima, NY) annual Leadership Conference as a workshop speaker. Her workshop focused on the need for social justice.
Dr. Jack Connell, vice president and professor of pastoral ministry, was the
keynote speaker at the Central New York Wesleyan District Conference. Jack spoke to church leaders and pastors on a variety of aspects regarding church leadership and revitalization.
Dr. Tim Dwyer, professor of Christian scriptures, participated at the NES
Conference on Ministry as a workshop speaker. Tim spoke to church leaders and pastors regarding “Preaching and the Call of God.”
Dr. Rebecca Letterman, associate professor of spiritual formation, also
participated at the NES Conference on Ministry as a workshop speaker. The title for Rebecca’s workshop was “Tell Me Story: Formative Events in
Narratives of Life-long Conversion.”
Dr. Richard Middleton, professor of biblical studies, returns to NES this fall
from his sabbatical. During his sabbatical, Richard taught a graduate course at the Caribbean Graduate School of Theology in Kingston, Jamaica and also wrote and presented a number of papers and articles. One paper, Whatever Happened to the New Earth? The Ambiguous Destiny of Creation in Christian Eschatology, was presented at the Canadian Theological Society meeting and will serve as an introductory chapter of his book on eschatology—to be
completed by the end of the summer and published by Brazos Press under the title, A New Heaven and a New Earth: The Bible’s Holistic Vision of the
Redemption of Creation.
Be sure to let us know of your important milestones so we can share the celebration with you. Send to [email protected]
Alumni News
Robert Bagley (C11) was ordained as a Reverend with the Pentecostal
denomination on May 3. Robert is fully involved with the children’s ministry at his local church and serves in the ministry of counseling with his wife. He is
considering the possibility of teaching in a bible college affiliated with his local fellowship.
Krista Naylor Shaver (C3) and her husband Wade welcomed Karis Lyn Shaver
into the world and into their family on June 30, 2009.
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