Northeastern Seminary

Last week, Northeastern Seminary welcomed Dr. Leonard Sweet for a powerful evening of reflection, scholarship, and faith as we celebrated the endowment of the Wayne and Darlene McCown Chair in New Testament Studies.

Drawing from his own journey of doubt, discovery, and discipleship, Dr. Sweet challenged us to pursue both rigorous learning and deep spiritual formation. His message was a fitting tribute to the McCowns' legacy of "knowledge and vital piety" and a reminder that the most important credential is simply this: to have been with Jesus.

https://leonardsweet.substack.com/p/the-devils-blinking-box-a-wrestling?r=2xval&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&fbclid=IwdGRjcASZNoBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe-lMqjdP_b36q_epwxOt7EDL23Ijn2TgmDBQ05bT3NsaIHB54L9bhGdcINdE_aem_g81cogD4b4RluErO3GxYRg&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e233_tv2_tp1_a1dennhb5s3br2&triedRedirect=true

The "devil’s blinking box," a wrestling scholar, and a confession. "The Fisherman and the Pharisee:" An Address on the Occasion of the Endowment of the Wayne and Darlene McCown Chair in New Testament Studies, Roberts Wesleyan University, Northeastern Seminary

At Northeastern Seminary, theological education is more than gaining knowledge. It's about spiritual formation, faithful practice, and becoming the person God is calling you to be.

2025 NES Alum, Dr. Sonia Martin-Campbell, has written some books about empowering women and ending domestic violence. Check them out!

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Every student arrives with a story. A calling. A question they are still exploring.

This summer, we are excited to welcome new students to Northeastern Seminary as they begin the next chapter of their journey with Christ.

We look forward to learning alongside you, growing together in faith, and discovering how God is at work in and through your life.

Welcome to the Northeastern Seminary community!!

Andrew Stinson
Rev. Meiko Seymour
Rev. Miranda E. Hammer
Brianna VanValin
Sean Mejas

A historic day for Northeastern Seminary.

Yesterday, Dr. David Carr was named the inaugural Wayne and Darlene McCown Chair in Biblical Studies, becoming the first faculty member to hold an endowed chair in Seminary history.

Created to recognize and support excellence in biblical studies within the Wesleyan tradition, the McCown Chair reflects a deep commitment to faithful scholarship, teaching, and service to the Church.

We are grateful for Dr. Carr's leadership, his dedication to students, and his ongoing contributions to biblical scholarship. Congratulations on this significant and well-deserved honor.

Welcome to Residency Week!

This week, students from across the country are gathering on campus at Northeastern Seminary for a time of learning, worship, conversation, and community.

While much of seminary life happens online, there is something special about being together in person. Sharing meals. Learning face-to-face. Building relationships with classmates, faculty, and ministry leaders who are walking a similar journey.

We are excited to welcome you to Rochester and can't wait to see all that God does through this week together.

Be sure to tag us in your pics this week!!

TOMORROW, June 7, Northeastern Seminary welcomes Leonard Sweet for an evening exploring what it means to practice discipleship in a polarized culture.

Through storytelling, cultural insight, and practical application, Dr. Sweet will challenge leaders, pastors, and everyday Christians to move beyond “us vs. them” thinking and become the kind of people who bring healing, trust, and the presence of Christ into a fractured world.

Golisano Community Engagement Center
Sunday, June 7, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Virtual access available

There's still time to register!
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TOMORROW Come find out what real community transformation actually look like?

Join Northeastern Seminary on Sunday, June 7 for Equipping Others for Community Change, an inspiring afternoon featuring seminary students sharing practical, faith-rooted approaches to creating meaningful impact in their communities.

Through stories of food justice, relational ministry, community collaboration, and sustainable outreach, attendees will gain practical tools and fresh insight for ministry and community engagement.

Ellen Stowe Dining Commons
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Free event | Registration required as space is limited.
https://hubs.li/Q04kpG8b0

Help your child build confidence this summer.

Using evidence-based programs designed to reduce anxiety and fear, this week-long camp combines learning, fun, and support in a welcoming environment led by Roberts Wesleyan University PsyD students at Westside Psychological Services under licensed psychologist supervision.

July 6-10
For students entering grades 3-12

Register: https://hubs.li/Q04jyWkm0

Tomorrow (Friday) at Noon

Stop by to chat about how you’re doing and share what you’re currently learning and reading.

We'd love to hear from you, catch up, and answer any questions you might have about Seminary.

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