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Mitchell Lectureship to Feature Rev. Dr. Angela D. Sims

ll are welcome to join Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University for the 45th Annual Mitchell Lectureship, which will take place on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Online Information Session: February 19

Faculty and staff will be presenting information on Palmer Theological Seminary and answering questions related to the programs and application process.

Christians for Social Action Elevates Justice Work at CCDA and Beyond

Christians for Social Action (CSA) recently helped catalyze major conversations on Christian formation, justice, and public witness across several national platforms.

Dr. Jeffrey Haggray Announced as Commencement Speaker

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University is excited to announce Dr. Jeffrey Haggray as the May 2024 Commencement Speaker.

Join us for the 2024 Day of Giving: March 19-20

Join with Palmer Seminary on March 19-20, 2024 for 1,925 minutes and make an impact of the lives of our students and community.

Palmer Consultation to feature Dr. Brittany C. Cooper

Please join Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University for the Palmer Consultation which will take place virtually on March 7, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Mitchell Lectureship to Feature Rev. Dr. Valerie Bridgeman

All are welcome to join Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University for the 43rd Annual Mitchell Lectureship, which will take place on Friday, F...

Palmer Receives $1,250,000 Lilly Endowment Compelling Preaching Initiative Award

Eastern received a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help Palmer Theological Seminary establish the project, “Compelling Preaching for the 21st Centu...

Palmer to Host Science and Religion Symposium: September 30

The Palmer Seminary Science and Religion Symposium is an annual event, exploring the relationship between science and religion and the many ways that ...

Embracing God's Story: Celebrating Palmer Seminary's 98th Commencement

On May 11, 2023, the 98th Commencement of Palmer Theological Seminary took place at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church to celebrate the achievements of th...

Dr. Manfred T. Brauch Announced as 2023 Commencement Speaker

St. Davids, PA: Palmer Theological Seminary is pleased to welcome Dr. Manfred T. Brauch as the May 11, 2023 commencement speaker.

Palmer to Host Eastern PA Conference of the United Methodist Church: March 4

Palmer Seminary is pleased to host the 2023 Tools for Ministry Conference on Saturday, March 4th, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

Palmer Consultation to feature Rev. Dr. Marvin A. McMickle

Please join us for the 2023 Palmer Consultation on March 2, 2023, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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Palmer People: From Obama Administration to Chaplaincy

Rev. Angeline Washington-Clark knew she wanted to go to seminary. “I was seeking more clarity about who God is, and what he wanted me to be.”

Celebrating Legacy & Truth: The Mitchell Lectureship

Palmer Seminary of Eastern University will celebrate the rich legacy of Rev. Frank B. Mitchell Jr. by hosting the 45th Mitchell Lectureship on February 6th at 10 am at Pinn Memorial Baptist Church in Philadelphia.

Palmer Launches Faith & Justice Workshop This February

This February, Palmer Theological Seminary will launch its new Faith & Justice Workshop, a dynamic program designed to equip faith leaders, ministry practitioners, and community advocates to engage the urgent social and spiritual challenges of our time.

Centennial Worship Kickoff: Honoring 100 Years of God's Faithfulness

The centennial celebration of Palmer Theological Seminary and Eastern University was marked by a spirit-filled worship service that brought together p...

God’s Design: Community, Diversity, and Belonging

The book of Genesis opens with a universe without form, a blank canvas upon which God begins to create.

The Centennial is Here: President Matthews Reflects on Our Lasting Legacy and Flourishing Future

It is finally upon us! Eastern University is 100 years old! Happy Birthday! I had the pleasure of speaking with University President, Ron Matthews in ...

Honoring 30 Years of Service: Chaplain Dr. Joe Modica Reflects on God’s Faithfulness

Dr. Joe Modica and Dr. Chris Hall attended graduate school at Drew University together before Dr. Hall took a position at Eastern College in 1991.

Celebrating 100 Years of God’s Faithfulness

As we commemorate 100 years of faith, ministry, education, and transformative leadership, we invite you to a once-in-a-century worship experience that...

100 Years of Visionary History & Resiliency

On March 19, 1925, at two in the afternoon, six ministers gathered at 1701 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia to discuss their shared vision of Christ-ce...

The Faith-Rooted Vision Expands

Eastern’s 100-year history is built upon a vision that began with the founding of Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary (EBTS), whose legacy continues ...

The Whole Gospel for the Whole World through Whole Persons

From the very beginning, the founders of Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary were committed to the spiritual and social implications of the Gospel of...

Drum Majors for Justice: Honoring the Legacy of Preaching and Liberation

Rev. Dr. Willie F. Wilson, pastor emeritus of the historic Union Temple Baptist Church in Washington, DC, delivered the sermon for my ordination.

Palmer People: Dr. Debbie Watson’s Commitment to Faith, Scholarship, and Community

If you have ever taken a New Testament class at Palmer Theological Seminary, you have likely had the privilege to be taught by Dr. Debbie Watson.

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