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A Note from President Frank James |
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The last few months at Missio have been busy and, as I reflect, I can’t help but be encouraged by God’s confirmation for the Kingdom work we have been called to do. I am reminded of the U2 song titled: “When Love Comes to Town.” It is a song about the love of Jesus making a difference as Bono declares: “When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that flame.” MISSIO is working hard to “catch that flame (of Jesus’ love).”
A few weeks ago, we video-taped a conversation with the last three board chairs--Joe Longo, Karen Sawyer and Susan Post. It was a very good conversation that revealed the missional heart and soul of MISSIO. This video will be released early in 2022.
Earlier this month, Assistant Professor Dr. Clarence Wright held a special meeting of the Baptist Pastors and Ministers Conference in Philadelphia. The meeting was focused on raising funding for the Arthur White Scholarship and Dr. Wright, president-elect of this organization, was able to raise nearly $11,000.
In a very real sense, love did come to Philly on November 18th when we held our Courageous Conversations on Faith and the Justice System at Bible Way Baptist Church. Our three panelists, the former mayor of Camden, the honorable Dana Redd; Dr. Damone Jones, who has spent 3 decades working with young men in the prison system; and Rev Carl Day, whose life story took him from prison to the pulpit. Each shared their stories of God’s grace and mercy and their vision for a different future. This was an extraordinary time and the video is available below.
I am deeply thankful for a seminary that seeks to genuinely “engage culture” as we say in our convictions statement. Be encouraged that MISSIO is following Jesus into the world--and catch that flame.
May God bless you and your faithfulness,
Frank A. James III, DPhil, PhD
President and Professor of Historical Theology
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View a Recording of our
Courageous Conversations:
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From left to right: Pastor Dr. Damone Jones; Pastor Carl Day; the Honorable Dana Redd; President Dr. Frank James; Mr. Nick Taliaferro |
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Dana Redd, Damone Jones, Carl Day and Nick Taliaferro listen to an inspiring story from an attendee as Dr. Frank James listens intently from the pew. |
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"Gracious Hospitality truly helped us learn how to love our new Afghan neighbors by being more like Jesus. Please take a look at an additional video resource provided by panelist Ms. Katherine Obenschain, MSW, LSW." -Rev. Val Andrews
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In Case you Missed it:
Dr. Frank James and Dr. Carolyn Custis-James
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Our very own expert authors shared beneficial tips to a group of aspiring writers. If you can benefit from some helpful writing advice, take a look! |
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In Memory of our Friend, Dr. James Greely
Board of Trustees (1984-1995)
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Dr. James H. Greeley, a former member of the Missio Board of Trustees (1984-1995), passed into glory on October 15 at the age of 96. He was a resident at the Charlestown retirement community near Baltimore, Md.
Jim was an inspiration to many for his commitment to serving God’s Kingdom, which included more than two dozen foreign mission trips and volunteering his dental skills to inmates of several prisons in the Baltimore area. He established a medical clinic for the homeless in Baltimore and volunteered with Meals on Wheels.
Dr. Greeley was a Navy pilot until leaving active duty to attend Penn State University and later graduating from the University of Penn Dental School. He became a professor of dentistry at Temple University and after several years Jim became a professor at the University of Maryland, from which he retired in 1990.
At the Charlestown retirement community, Jim served as a member of the church vestry and taught a Bible study for 19 years.
Dr. Greeley was a devoted friend of Missio for over 37 years. He followed closely the life of Missio from Hatfield to Philadelphia. He supported the seminary’s move to the city and saw it as a great opportunity to serve the needs of Christians in a greater way. His prayers and financial support of Missio were a great testimony of his faithfulness to an organization that he believed made a difference in the present and future of the church.
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Dr. Greely with Thom Skinner, REALChange Campaign Director (left), and Robert Thompson, Development Officer (right). |
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Join the Missio Giving Partner Community and Make REALChange |
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It’s with joy that we invite you into our Missio giving partner community! You will be surrounded by men and women who have the same heart for equipping leaders as you do. God has a mighty calling for each Missio student and for this generation. He wants to do so much in and through you. |
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Did you know that you could give a gift to Missio in honor or memory of someone that has impacted you? This person could be a loved one in your family, a friend, or even someone in the Missio community that has had a memorable impact on your life. A professor? A staff member? Fellow student? As you give the gift, you will be prompted to also send them an e-card to alert them to this very special gift given in their name. A perfect gift idea for anyone on your list!
2. Check the box “In Honor/Memoriam”
3. Instructions will appear for you to send a personalized e-card to the person you are honoring or remembering.
4. If you prefer and if we have the email (or you provide it to us at giving@missio.edu), we will communicate with the individual you would like to honor, or with a family member of one you would like to memorialize.
Spark Conversation around the Christmas table about God and generous giving with 21 table topics (short, thought-provoking prompts to spark conversation) found here: https://generousgiving.org/ Find out what matters most to your family.
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Giving Tuesday is today - November 30th - your gift will be matched!
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Giving Tuesday Matching Challenge, 1:1. Your gift on November 30th will be doubled. Let’s see if we can receive 40 gifts or $4,000 by midnight on November 30th to unlock a $4,000 challenge gift from members of our very own Missio community - the “Giving Tuesday Team”! Don’t forget to share the link with friends and family. |
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Meet April Washington, a recipient of the Arthur R. White scholarship, who is pursuing her DMin at Missio. April, serving in North Philadelphia, is a wife and working mother of two children including a newborn baby. The cares of life and the financial strain of a growing family could have derailed her studies, but the Arthur R. White Scholarship eased her financial burden and allowed her to continue her path toward a Doctor of Ministry degree. She is a Philadelphia native and says this:
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The Arthur R. White Matching Scholarship Challenge -- Give anytime and double your gift to this scholarship! https://missio.edu/arthur-r-white-scholarship/ A generous couple is matching every donation we receive for the Arthur R. White Scholarship up to $500,000! Please partner with us to fulfill the great commission through Missio students by making a gift today!
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Text to Give: 41444 with the message “Missio” and you will be directed to our online giving platform.
Mail a check: Secure Mailing Address: Missio Seminary, PO Box 179, Philadelphia, PA 19105-0179
Interested in stock gifts, donor advised fund giving, annuities or other deferred giving options? Email giving@missio.edu and we’ll have someone on our team reach out to you.
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Arthur White Scholarship Day |
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From left to right: Pastor Dr. Damone Jones, Sister Thelma White, Pastor Dr. Clarence Wright |
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We are excited to share that Dr. Clarence E. Wright, president elect of the Baptist Pastors and Ministers Conference of Philadelphia and Vicinity, hosted the first Arthur White Scholarship day and raised close to $11,000. There were nearly 100 pastors and ministers in attendance including some prominent figures such as Dr. J. Wendell Mapson (Monumental Baptist Church), Dr. James Hall (Triumph Baptist Church) and Dr. William Shaw (White Rock Baptist Church and former president of the National Baptist Convention). Sis. Thelma White, widow of Dr. Arthur White was in attendance and gave remarks as was April Washington one of the first recipients of the scholarship. Missio board member Dr. Damone Jones delivered a powerful sermon and heartfelt introduction on behalf of the school. |
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CALLING ALL ALUM!
We'd love to hear from you! Join us on our Facebook Student and Alumni Group page and stay in the know!
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From Our Missio Community |
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Dr. David Lamb, MacRae Professor of Old Testament, has completed one of his most important literary works: The Story of God - Bible Commentary. The new commentary, written for today's world, explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story. Its story-centric approach is ideal for pastors, students, Sunday school teachers, and laypeople alike.
Available for purchase on December 14 or pre-order today on Amazon.
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On November 16, Dr. Mangum engaged an audience at the Evangelical Theological Society in Ft. Worth, TX where he presented his paper on Church and State, Wealth and Poverty.
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Korean Student Fellowship Chapel on Zoom |
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Dr. Song of Samil Church spoke at the KSF (Korean Student Fellowship) chapel on November 11. His heart for Missio was encouraging to our Korean students. It was a tremendous blessing from the Lord to have Dr. Song witness to our students and share a profound message of Christ. |
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Missio Alum Daniel Hyun (MDiv '03 and DMin '17) recently released a small-group workbook that guides Christian men through the entire Bible every week for one year. You will explore prompts, questions, activities, and prayers that lead you from Genesis to Revelation. Get yours today! |
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Missio Seminary
421 N. 7th St., Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19123
215-368-5000
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We are a Christian seminary located in Philadelphia, PA. Our focus on missional theology and missional training will help prepare you for ministry no matter where you serve. |
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