3:00 PM – Chapel

The Homecoming Chapel, scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ​at the McInnis Auditorium, serves as a cornerstone for the #EUnited Homecoming weekend. ​This complimentary event invites alumni, students, faculty, staff, family, and friends of Eastern University, and Palmer Theological Seminary to unite in worship featuring, Harven Auguste, MDiv (‘24); Casey Bien-Aime, MDiv (’12), DMin (‘25); Daniel Garrison-Edwards, BA (‘11), MDiv (‘18); and Jocelyn Moore (MTS ‘25) as the 2026 “Four Under Forty” Waymakers. ​It is a moment for the entire "EUnited community" to gather, reflect, and share in fellowship, with light refreshments available afterward. 

Making Ways for God’s Kingdom: 

• Harven Auguste
  • Master of Divinity, 2024. To me, being a Waymaker means recognizing that God is placing me in spaces where I can help create pathways that may not yet exist for others. In my day-to-day work, ministry, and community leadership, I seek to use whatever influence, opportunity, and resources God has entrusted to me to open doors, remove barriers, and help others live life on purpose.
• Dr. Casey Bien-Aime 
  • Master of Divinity, 2012; Doctor of Ministry, 2025. Casey has partnered with interdisciplinary teams to expand staff support initiatives, including integrating Spiritual Care into the Critical Incident Response Team and creating CALM debriefing sessions designed to reduce burnout and foster resilience. A frequent speaker and educator, she has presented on the role of spiritual care in healthcare settings and enjoys helping clinical teams develop meaningful partnerships with chaplains. She remains actively engaged in local interfaith organizations and community ministry efforts..
• Daniel Garrison-Edwards
  • Bachelor of Arts, 2011; Master of Divinity, 2018. Dan is a deacon in the Episcopal Church and currently serves as Curate at St. Mark’s Church in Philadelphia. He primarily facilitates ministry to children and families, as well as serves at Sunday liturgies. Prior to his ordination as a deacon, Dan served in campus ministry with the CCO from 2018 to 2026 at Eastern University and West Chester University. He was often recognized handing out free donuts and chatting with students. His vocational life of pastoral ministry is deeply shaped by his education at Palmer. Lord willing and the people consenting, he will be ordained as a priest in early 2027. “I believe being a waymaker is imitating the Waymaker. Christ made a way through death and suffering into resurrection, and I believe we are all called to be agents of resurrection in whatever circumstances we find ourselves. On my best days, I ask ‘what is Christ calling me to let die today, so He may raise up something new.”
•  Jocelyn Moore
  • Master of Theological Studies, 2025

5:00–6:30 PM, Warner Library Atrium

Fellowship, food, and a special surprise for EVERY alumna/us in the room! 

Following the chapel, the Homecoming 2026 Waymakers Award Dinner will commence at 5:00 p.m. ​in the Warner Library Atrium. ​This dinner is a distinguished occasion to honor and celebrate the 2026 “Four Under Forty” Palmer Waymakers. The "Waymaker" award acknowledges an alumna or alumnus for their life of service and ministry that reflects the reign of God in the world, vitalizing a spirit of innovative pursuit and living out the seminary's core values. ​It recognizes those who demonstrate how theological education can extend beyond the traditional confines of the pulpit and church walls, impacting various spheres of society. 

The dinner and awards ceremony begin promptly at 5 pm in the Warner Library Atrium. Tickets are free for students and Eastern employees and $20 for guests. RSVP Online Now!