2016 News and Events
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Dr. Alyce McKenzie joins five other Perkins professors in presenting constructive, healing models for preaching.
December 15, 2016
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We hope that you enjoy "Reconciling the World through Christ," the 2016 Christmas Worship Service at Perkins School of Theology.
December 08, 2016
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Photo credit: Southern Methodist University, Hillsman S. Jackson
December 01, 2016
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All prospective degree and non-degree students are invited to attend Inside Perkins, a free information session offered by Perkins School of Theology, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1.
December 01, 2016
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The annual joint meeting of the American Academy of Religion and the Society of Biblical Literature takes place Nov. 18-22 in San Antonio.
November 17, 2016
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“Reconciling the World through Christ” is the theme for this year’s annual Perkins event, with services planned for 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Perkins Chapel.
November 16, 2016
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"One thing I hope we all share is a commitment to overcome the all-too-natural tendency to fear 'the other.' We all — Republicans, Democrats and Independents alike — should be profoundly disturbed by and repudiate anything that encourages us to see others as objects and not as individuals whom God loves."
November 09, 2016
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All prospective degree and non-degree students are invited to attend Inside Perkins and engage with faculty and staff from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18.
November 02, 2016
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Apply by Nov. 1 for priority merit scholarship consideration. Applications now being accepted for Spring and Fall 2017 enrollment, with the fee waived through March 1.
November 01, 2016
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We invite all prospective degree and non-degree students or those contemplating a career switch to attend a free information session Thursday, Oct. 20, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Houston.
October 20, 2016
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Inside Perkins participants will have an opportunity to engage with students and faculty, attend a class and worship, tour the school’s facilities and learn more about admissions and financial aid.
September 19, 2016
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The conference, which will take place at St. John United Methodist Church, will consist of a Friday-evening lecture and Saturday workshops presented by Perkins professors Jaime Clark-Soles and Hugo Magallanes.
September 12, 2016
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The conference, scheduled for Sept. 9-10, is an exploration of the baptismal covenant as a spiritual foundation for discipleship and witness.
September 09, 2016
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Come engage with students and faculty and learn more about the opportunities we can offer.
September 08, 2016
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"Dream Again" is the theme for the 2017 conference, scheduled for Jan. 9-12. Filmmaker and author Marlon F. Hall headlines a dynamic group of speakers and workshop leaders for the conference, which will take place at Highland Park United Methodist Church.
August 24, 2016
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Renowned biblical scholar N.T. Wright is the featured lecturer as Perkins School of Theology hosts "Simply Wright: N.T. Wright at Perkins | SMU" on Nov. 15-17, 2016.
August 19, 2016
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Perkins School of Theology welcomes our new and returning students to the Dallas campus and the Houston-Galveston Extension Program!
August 18, 2016
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The display surveys the wide range of illuminated manuscripts in Bridwell Library Special Collections representing the Christian, Judaic and Islamic traditions and includes items produced between the 12th and 19th centuries.
August 05, 2016
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Are you looking for a way to expand your theological knowledge but aren't quite ready to commit to a particular degree program? Perkins School of Theology has just the answer: enroll as a non-degree student to experience all that Perkins has to offer.
July 29, 2016
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With nearly 20 years of ministry experience, Patton will provide oversight and strategic planning for Perkins’ programs for high school youth and their families, young adults and practitioners who work with these constituencies.
July 21, 2016
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Perkins School of Theology hosted a campus-wide midday prayer service July 8 in Perkins Chapel in response to the July 7 violence in downtown Dallas.
July 08, 2016
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Watch an introductory video message from Dean Craig C. Hill for a glimpse at his vision for Perkins.
July 01, 2016
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The Elizabeth Scurlock University Professor of Human Values at SMU will present "The Christian, the Church and the Public Good" on Saturday, Aug. 13, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.
June 23, 2016
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Join the SMU community as we remember and mourn the lives lost.
June 15, 2016
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Rev. Dr. Mark Stamm, Professor of Christian Worship at Perkins School of Theology, and Rev. Dr. Stephen Rankin, Chaplain and Minister to the University at SMU, led the service that took place June 15 in Perkins Chapel.
June 15, 2016
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"We do not expect Perkins graduates ... to be of one perspective, but we can strive to be of one heart and one spirit."
June 13, 2016
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Dr. Hill, a respected leader in theological education, will become the school's 11th dean when he officially takes office July 1, 2016.
April 14, 2016
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New course at Perkins draws on connections between athletics, theology
March 24, 2016
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Emeriti faculty and alumni are returning to campus March 31 and April 1 for a series of panels and a banquet luncheon recognizing the program's years of success.
March 21, 2016
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Professor Harold J. Recinos will preside over the service, which commemorates the 36th anniversary of the Archbishop's assassination in El Salvador.
March 10, 2016
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This opportunity allows prospective students to visit our Dallas campus, attend classes and meet with members of the Perkins faculty.
March 07, 2016
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Professor Jack Levison to present "Holy Spirit 101" at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.
February 20, 2016
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Dr. Mauro Ferrari and Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger will be honored at an awards dinner on Friday, March 4, during Perkins Theological School for the Laity.
February 18, 2016
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CitySquare CEO Larry James to deliver keynote presentation, and Perkins faculty will teach daily courses at the March 3-5 event.
February 15, 2016
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Award-winning author, noted historian is an expert on Civil Rights-era in the United States
February 12, 2016
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Dr. O. Wesley Allen Jr. will be presenting “The Reign of Heaven … What on Earth? The Heart of the Gospel of Matthew” during the day-long workshop at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.
February 11, 2016
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Come learn about our degree programs, engage with faculty and students, and tour facilities.
February 02, 2016
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Each year, nearly 75 percent of Perkins students will receive some form of financial assistance from Perkins School of Theology. Perkins also will waive its $50 fee for all applications completed by March 1.
February 01, 2016
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The collection will be on display through July 1, 2016, in the Elizabeth Perkins Protho Gallery.
February 01, 2016
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The "Ecumenical Celebration of the Word of God," to take place at University Park United Methodist Church, is part of the annual eight-day observance (Jan. 18-25) -- sponsored by the World Council of Churches -- that encompasses Christian congregations and parishes across the globe.
January 21, 2016
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The Le Van Professor Emerita of Preaching and Worship was presented the Berakah Award during NAAL's annual meeting on Jan. 9 in Houston.
January 09, 2016
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Rev. John McKellar, Pastor of White’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Southlake, Texas, and Rev. Linda Roby, Associate Minister of Local and Global Missions at First United Methodist Church Dallas, will be honored at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, 2016, during the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards banquet.
January 05, 2016
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Join other Perkins alumni/ae and friends to visit with a special representative from the school as well as learn new and exciting happenings at your alma mater!
January 01, 2016
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