The Pillar: Ashland Theological Seminary Alumni Newsletter Volume 1, Issue 3

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Charly Sommers, MDIV '99, led the Ashland Chapel service on Nov. 5 with encouragement from Psalm 139 and praise through the song "O How I Love Jesus."

November 21, 2014

I continue to give thanks for the bonds of unity and faith among our community members. So many examples exist of authentic solidarity between faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends. During a recent continuing education event, alumni inspired and thoughtfully advised one another throughout the day. Many expressed feeling encouraged and equipped to make improvements within their ministries. Last month, organic fellowship and prayer support broke out among participants at a retreat. Deep faith sharing takes place continually.

We delight in fostering fellowship, worship, and a continuum of learning among our alumni and community members. I encourage you to find new ways to engage with Ashland Theological Seminary in a meaningful way for you. That could mean visiting a Center, having lunch with a professor, attending an event, etc. Giving and receiving within multiple spiritual communities brings a freshness to our lives.

As we enter the holiday season, let's celebrate all that God is doing among us to further his kingdom and draw us closer to Himself. "All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God," 2 Corinthians 4:15 NIV.

Wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving,

Angie Weimer

#GivingTuesday

A global day dedicated to giving back

Dec. 2, 2014

On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, organizations and individuals from around the world will come together to celebrate generosity and donate to causes of importance to them. Ashland Theological Seminary is partnering in this movement. Make a contribution with lasting financial impact. Partner with us in providing educational resources that constitute a continuum of learning. Giving opportunities include:

THE ATS FUND

Contribute toward upgrades to student housing, improvements to technology, meeting ever-changing commuter student needs and more.

ATS SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT
Every dollar that is raised for scholarships is carefully given to a student showing financial need and/or academic excellence.

CITY GATES INITIATIVE
The City Gates Initiative fulfills Ashland Theological Seminary's commitment to serve Jesus-followers whose everyday work presents an opportunity for influence in the fabric of life and culture beyond the church.

PASTORS OF EXCELLENCE
PoE has positioned hundreds of pastors for authenticity in Christ and effectiveness in ministry during the past 10 years.

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GOD WITH US: OLD TESTAMENT PERSPECTIVES

Alumni & Friends Christmas Luncheon

Dec. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Cleveland Center

Dr. Tim Crow, of Ashland Theological Seminary will offer a talk "God with Us: Old Testament Perspectives" at the Cleveland Center. Plan to meet former classmates and friends for a time of fellowship and celebration of Jesus, our Lord. Enjoy a catered lunch as our gift to you. Guests are welcome. Please register by Dec. 1.

Schedule of Events

11:30 a.m. - Fellowship
12 p.m. - Lunch is served

12:05 p.m. - "God with Us" Talk
12:45 p.m. - Question and Answer

About Dr. Tim Crow

Dr. Tim Crow teaches Old Testament studies at Ashland Theological Seminary as an adjunct professor, and has held this position since 2006. In 2004, Dr. Crow returned to the United States after teaching at a seminary in Romania.

Beyond teaching in Romania, Dr. Crow was also involved with the planting and strengthening the local church. He brings a global perspective to his teaching having ministered in many places unlike "hometown" USA. Dr. Crow prefers to keep a multi-centered approach to ministry, and beyond the ATS classroom he enjoys teaching courses in ancient history, culture, and traditions at The University of Akron.

After years of ministering in a large church, recently, he has assumed the challenge and joys of the pastorate in a city neighborhood church that was closing its doors. He hopes to help foster new life within the congregation. In the midst of life, Dr. Crow stays healthy by running three to four marathons a year.

Christian Spirituality Retreat Day

March 21, 2015 | University Circle | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | $15

Ashland Theological Seminary is offering a spiritual renewal day in Cleveland on Saturday, March 21, 2015. The day is built upon our spring semester class, "History and Literature of Christian Spirituality," led by the Rev. Tom Snyder, adjunct faculty. Alumni and members of the community are invited to share in the learning and formational activities of the day.

By Lisa DeJong/The Plain Dealer

Noah: The Eve of the Deluge" by John Linnell, painted in 1848, hangs in one of the newly reinstalled galleries of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

The day begins at 10 a.m. at the Cleveland Museum of Art (11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106) with guided tours and spiritual exercises based on works of Christian art through the ages. Lunch will be at 11:45 a.m. in the Museum Caf� in the Atrium.

We reconvene across the street at 1 p.m. at University Circle United Methodist Church, an historic architectural landmark, for an afternoon of spiritual formation opportunities. These will include an introduction to and walking the labyrinth; the exploration of sacred space; photography and sacred spaces; spiritual writing inspired by sacred images; and a closing Eucharist. Transportation will be available from Ashland on a first-come, first-served basis.

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