Columbia Theological Seminary

Columbia Theological Seminary joyfully announces Rev. Dr. Gina Marcia Stewart as the Baccalaureate speaker for the Class of 2026.

Rev. Dr. Stewart serves as Senior Pastor of Christ Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. A trailblazing leader and prophetic voice in the church, she has broken historic barriers as the first woman to hold several prominent leadership roles within Baptist life, including becoming the first woman to preach at the National Baptist Joint Board Session.

Her ministry reflects a deep commitment to the Gospel, to justice, and to the ongoing formation of leaders equipped to serve a changing world with faith and courage.

As we gather for this sacred moment of reflection and celebration, we look forward to the word she will bring; one that will ground us, challenge us, and prepare to send forth the Class of 2026 into lives of faithful witness and bold leadership.

We invite you to join us for this meaningful service. Details, including date and time, are available here: https://www.ctsnet.edu/celebrating-the-class-of-2026/

🔗 Apply today: https://www.ctsnet.edu/admissions/

We’re now accepting domestic applications for those ready to deepen their impact and lead with purpose.

At Columbia Theological Seminary, we are forming leaders grounded in scholarship and guided by faith, equipped to serve communities and shape the future.

✨ Applications close April 15
🔗 Apply today: https://www.ctsnet.edu/admissions/

We’re excited to welcome two new faculty members in Old Testament to Columbia Theological Seminary: Dr. Ka Kwan Almond Sin (Assistant Professor, starting July 1, 2026) and Ms. Michelle Elizabeth Navarrete (Instructor, starting July 1, 2027). Both bring thoughtful, engaging approaches to biblical scholarship and a deep commitment to the life of the Church and the world.

Please join us in welcoming them to the Columbia community!

Learn more about their appointments here: https://www.ctsnet.edu/columbia-theological-seminary-appoints-two-new-faculty-members-in-old-testament/

Ministering to Ministers offers structured support for clergy in crisis or transition.

While every situation is unique, our approach combines professional expertise with facilitated peer support in a setting that honors confidentiality and care.

You’ll have access to
▪️Three complimentary counseling sessions with a licensed therapist
▪️Legal consultation regarding employment or severance concerns
▪️A four-day guided retreat with structured reflection and peer connection
▪️Ongoing support as you discern next steps

Our goal is not a quick resolution. It is thoughtful discernment and steady movement toward what comes next in your life and vocation.

Register for the July 13-16 Wounded Ministers Retreat at Columbia Theological Seminary

https://events.ctsnet.edu/profile/web/index.cfm?PKwebID=0x7734abcd

In the rhythm of the semester, Spring Break offers a pause.

A moment to rest, reflect, and reconnect with yourself, your community, and what grounds you.

Wishing you a meaningful and renewing Spring Break.🌿✨

This morning, our community gathered for a Service of Footwashing and Testimony — and did what Jesus did the night before everything changed.

"I have set you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you." — John 13:15

Holy Week begins not with triumph, but with a towel. Blessed Holy Week from Columbia Theological Seminary.

Ministering to Ministers provides confidential, structured support during these pivotal moments. We offer steady guidance, professional resources, and retreat space designed to help clergy (and their families) move forward with clarity and dignity.

Have you or someone you know been terminated from a church or ministry position? Consider registering for the next Wounded Ministers Retreat at Columbia Theological Seminary July 13-16.

https://events.ctsnet.edu/profile/web/index.cfm?PKwebID=0x7734abcd

We’re now accepting domestic applications for those ready to deepen their impact and lead with purpose.

At Columbia Theological Seminary, we are forming leaders grounded in scholarship and guided by faith, equipped to serve communities and shape the future.

✨ Applications close April 15
🔗 Apply today: https://www.ctsnet.edu/admissions/

Register today!

https://www.ctsnet.edu/about-us/belonging/advocacy-days-2026/

Columbia Theological Seminary invites you and your congregation to Advocacy Days 2026!

Dates: March 26-27, 2026
Location: Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA
Theme: "Sanctuary as a Movement, Not a Monument"

🔗 Info/Registration: https://www.atlpcusa.org/events/cts-advocacy-2026

Columbia Theological Seminary

Don’t just talk about change, learn how to practice it.

Join us for Advocacy Days 2026: Collaborating for Change, a powerful, collaborative gathering with organizations leading the way in advocacy, justice, and community impact.

We’re proud to partner with:
Georgia Equality
Refuge Coffee Co.
Casa Alterna
Interfaith Children's Movement (ICM)
Faith in Public Life
Presbyterians for a Better Georgia
Georgia Latino Alliance for Human Rights

Together, we’re creating space to not only learn but to equip you with tools to take action in your own community.

✨ Engage in hands-on workshops
✨ Connect with leaders and advocates
✨ Walk away with practical strategies for impact

📅 Thursday, March 26
📍 Columbia Theological Seminary

🎟️ Register today:
https://www.ctsnet.edu/about-us/belonging/advocacy-days-2026/

👉 Tag someone who’s ready to move from conversation to action.