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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: April 23

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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EUnited, Everywhere!

Eastern University has turned 100 years old! After a full year of celebration, it’s bittersweet to close out this historic Centennial Year.

Cultivating Flourishing: Discover the Newest Offerings from Palmer’s Online Platform

In a season when ministry demands continue to shift and stretch leaders in new ways, the need for wholeness, support, and ongoing learning is more important than ever.

Palmer Person: Dr. Quentin Scott, MDiv (’12) – Bridging the Gap Between Pulpit and City

Dr. Quentin Scott, a 2012 graduate of Palmer Seminary, is currently leading a season of profound "strategic visioning" in the heart of Baltimore.

Be It Resolved!

As we enter the final moments of contemplative remembrance of our Lord’s suffering, I am apt to write in the refrain of my culture’s time-honored home...

Palmer People: Jim Oldham ’75 Reflects on a Lifetime of Ministry & Reconciliation

Jim came to Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1975. He grew up in Staten Island, New York and attended Park Baptist Church, an American Baptist ...

Palmer to Launch 9-month Graduate Program to Develop Leaders in Faith Communities

Palmer Theological Seminary is delighted to announce the launch of the Foundations of Theological Education Certificate.

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 ...

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