BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gordon Conwell - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gordon Conwell REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTSTAMP:20260330T180707Z CREATED:20260316T181936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T180707Z UID:10004818-1785974400-1786233599@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Refresh: A Retreat for Creatives DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Leighton Ford Initiative in Theology\, the Arts\, and Gospel Witness\nRefresh is a soul-care retreat for Christian artists and creatives\, facilitated by Gordon-Conwell alumna and visual artist Melanie Spinks (MABS ’07)\, with contributions from Dr. Leighton Ford\, Dr. Wes Vander Lugt\, worship leader Sam Marsh\, and others. \nWe invite you to step away for a time of spiritual renewal\, reflection\, and connection. Together\, we will explore three movements of creative formation: Upward\, reconnecting with the Creator who inspires our work; Inward\, attending to the renewal of our inner life and calling; and Onward\, considering how our creative gifts can serve others and reflect the light of Christ. \nThrough biblical reflection\, historical examples of Christian artists\, workshops\, listening prayer\, visio divina\, and shared conversation\, participants will reflect on the relationship between faith and creativity. While some sessions will draw on the visual arts\, the retreat welcomes writers\, musicians\, dancers\, performers\, and creatives of all kinds. \nRegister Today URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/refresh-a-retreat-for-creatives-2026/ LOCATION:Rock Hill Oratory\, SC\, 434 Charlotte Ave\, Rock Hill\, 29730\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Refresh-2026-No-border-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Leighton Ford Initiative in Theology%2C the Arts%2C and Gospel Witness":MAILTO:wvanderlugt@gcts.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T192201Z CREATED:20260727T184349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T192201Z UID:10004899-1789473600-1789491600@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Spring 2027 Partnership Program DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/application-deadline-spring-2027-partnership-program/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260609T154919Z CREATED:20260526T124529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T154919Z UID:10004834-1789646400-1789646400@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Explore DMin Webinar: Women in Leadership Track DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar on the Doctor of Ministry track in Women in Leadership led by Dr. Jana Holiday and Dr. Emily Gierer on Thursday\, September 17\, at 12 p.m. (ET). \nIn a time when female ministry leaders often face loneliness and isolation in their professional lives\, this program is designed to equip women serving in church\, parachurch\, and educational contexts to lead with spiritual depth\, theological clarity\, and practical skill. \nRooted in Scripture and shaped by the global church\, this track draws on a rich biblical heritage of women who led with courage and faithfulness—from Miriam\, Deborah\, and Huldah in the Old Testament to Mary\, Phoebe\, Priscilla\, and Junia in the New. \nDuring the webinar\, Dr. Holiday and Dr. Gierer will provide an introduction to the DMin program and application process and a presentation of this track. You will have an opportunity to get to know and engage them. Visit the DMin page to read about admissions requirements\, and register below. URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/explore-dmin-webinar-women-in-leadership-track/ LOCATION:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/explore-dmin-webinar-women-in-leadership-track/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/New-England-Missions-Network.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T131500 DTSTAMP:20260804T134442Z CREATED:20260730T110359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T134442Z UID:10004906-1789646400-1789650900@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Humility as a Christian Identity-Marker DESCRIPTION:If Christians would wholeheartedly embrace humility\, our witness in the world can be radically improved. Humility is often misunderstood\, overlooked\, or even disparaged. Such is the case today and was also true in the early days of the Jesus movement. However\, humility is part of Christ’s self-description (Matthew 11:29) and ought to be an identifier of his followers. Let’s recover Scripture’s presentation of humility\, dispel some myths about it\, and accept the invitation to live humbly. \nThe Dean’s Forum discussion is free and is open to the public. No RSVP required for those joining online. \nRegistration is only required for those planning to attend in person at Gordon-Conwell—Hamilton. Lunch will be provided for those attending in person. \nRegistration closes on Wednesday\, September 9 \nThe Dean’s Forum is hosted by the Academic Dean’s office. The event will take place in Alumni Hall in Kerr Building at the Hamilton campus of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. It will be streamed live through Facebook and at www.gcts.edu/live. \n  \n\nABOUT THE SPEAKERS\nRev. Dr. Dennis R. Edwards is currently Senior Research Faculty at Northern Seminary (Lisle\, IL). Until recently\, Dr. Edwards was Seminary Dean and Vice President for Church Relations at North Park Theological Seminary\, after having previously served as Associate Professor of New Testament. He has nearly four decades of urban pastoral ministry experience and is the author of Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character (IVP)\, 1 Peter in the Story of God Bible Commentary series (Zondervan)\, What is the Bible and How Do We Understand It? (Herald Press)\, Might from the Margins: The Gospel’s Power to Turn the Tables on Injustice (Herald Press)\, along with several academic essays. \nDr. Davi C. Ribeiro Lin is an assistant professor of Pastoral Theology and Ministry at Gordon-Conwell. His interest in pastoral theology and ministry has been shaped by an interdisciplinary perspective; he is trained in practical theology\, counseling psychology\, and the pastoral perspective of Augustine of Hippo. Dr. Ribeiro Lin has served for a decade as an evangelical pastor in Brazil\, covering a wide range of areas within the church\, including preaching\, teaching\, discipleship\, pastoral care\, and counseling. He brings a global perspective to the Gordon-Conwell community as an Asian-Latin American pastor who was theologically trained in Europe and South and North America\, and specialized in the work of African Bishop Augustine of Hippo. As someone who was raised between two cultures (Brazilian mother and a Taiwanese father)\, he soon realized how grace and truth were to be cultivated in order to foster unity in diversity\, both in family\, church\, and society. \n  URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/humility-as-a-christian-identity-marker/ LOCATION:Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall\, 130 Essex St.\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Life,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Sep-Deans-Forum.jpg GEO:42.606693;-70.8427794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall 130 Essex St. South Hamilton MA 01982 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 Essex St.:geo:-70.8427794,42.606693 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T203000 DTSTAMP:20260723T202244Z CREATED:20260707T203421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T202244Z UID:10004897-1789671600-1789677000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Feasting: Visual Art & Spoken Word DESCRIPTION:Feasting is a central theme in our lives and in the story of God\, and this event is an opportunity to reflect creatively on how we experience the goodness of God in material\, sensory\, and edible ways. A series of original paintings by Hilary Siber Edwards are inspired by the Old Testament Feasts of the Lord as filtered through her own story\, and a spoken word performance by Monica Harrison will explore this theme through the gift of words. This event includes a dessert reception\, an opportunity for audience response and Q&A\, and time to mingle and enjoy the artwork and each other. \nHilary Siber Edwards is an artist living and working in Charlotte since 2016. She graduated in 2007 from the Maryland Institute College of Art with a BFA in Environmental Design and in 2015 from Clemson University with an MFA in Painting. Her personal studio work explores the fractured aspects of perception through contemporary landscape painting and sculptures. She creates murals and sculptural installations as well as teaching part-time at the college level. \nMonica Harrison\, South Carolina native\, now residing in Charlotte\, is a dynamic Christian spoken word artist. Her gift allows her to blend life experiences with biblical applications to deliver poetry that encourages\, inspires\, and uplifts audiences. Not afraid to address touchy topics\, her perspective and delivery will capture your attention and leave you better than you were before. She holds to a motto that “one word can change your life.” \nRegister Today URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/feasting-visual-art-spoken-word/ LOCATION:Charlotte Campus\, 14542 Choate Circle\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Feasting-Event-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Leighton Ford Initiative in Theology%2C the Arts%2C and Gospel Witness":MAILTO:wvanderlugt@gcts.edu GEO:35.0962816;-80.961939 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Charlotte Campus 14542 Choate Circle Charlotte NC 28273 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14542 Choate Circle:geo:-80.961939,35.0962816 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260727T183302Z CREATED:20260727T164211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T183302Z UID:10004898-1790103600-1790109000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Virtual Explore Seminary: Learning in a Multidenominational Environment DESCRIPTION:What does it mean that Gordon-Conwell is multidenominational? What does it look like to be a student from a particular tradition in this unique environment? How do the seminary’s theologically diverse faculty navigate their own traditions and teaching in the classroom? \nJoin us for a Virtual Explore Seminary webinar where you’ll hear four faculty from different Protestant traditions as they reflect on their personal faith and their classroom pedagogy. \nQuestions? Please email admissions@gcts.edu or call 1.800.428.7329 \nRegister Today! URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/virtual-explore-seminary-learning-in-a-multidenominational-environment/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Admissions Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Virtual-Explore-Seminary-cropped.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T185751Z CREATED:20250926T195254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T185751Z UID:10004769-1790856000-1790874000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Spring 2027 MACC DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/application-deadline-spring-2027-macc/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T192217Z CREATED:20260727T184945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T192217Z UID:10004900-1790856000-1790874000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Spring 2027 MACO DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/application-deadline-spring-2027-maco/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T143000 DTSTAMP:20260729T174549Z CREATED:20260727T203330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174549Z UID:10004904-1790863200-1790865000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Creativity in the Wilderness — Hamilton\, MA DESCRIPTION:Dialogue with cellist\, composer\, and artist-in-context Kendall Ramseur. \n\n\n\n\nKendall Ramseur\, an award-winning cellist\, composer\, vocalist\, and musical storyteller\, is the artist in context at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary for the 2026-2027 academic year. During this time\, he will be composing Songs from the Wilderness\, a new cello concerto inspired by the Exodus narrative that invites audiences to reflect on God’s presence and faithfulness in seasons of wilderness. \nAs part of the creative process of composing\, Kendall will spend time in dialogue with students\, faculty\, and community members about wilderness experiences\, identity\, and the role of creativity within the journey of faith. Moderated by Dr. Wes Vander Lugt\, director of the Leighton Ford Inititive in Theology\, the Arts\, and Gospel Witness at Gordon-Conwell\, this informal gathering provides a unique opportunity to participate in honest dialogue and to influence and learn about a major musical composition. \nAnyone is welcome to register for this free event\, which will take place in the Chapel\, located straight ahead when you enter through the main doors. \nRegister Today \n\nMore about Kendall: A founding member of Sons of Serendip\, Kendall now performs and creates as a solo artist\, with performances and original works presented on stages around the world and featured across film\, television\, and other media\, including large-scale orchestral commissions that bring together music\, narrative\, and cultural reflection. Born in Charlotte\, NC\, Kendall now resides in Boston with his wife and two sons. \n\n\n  URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/creativity-in-the-wilderness-hamilton/ LOCATION:Hamilton Campus\, 130 Essex St.\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CINW1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Leighton Ford Initiative in Theology%2C the Arts%2C and Gospel Witness":MAILTO:wvanderlugt@gcts.edu GEO:42.606693;-70.8427794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Campus 130 Essex St. South Hamilton MA 01982 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 Essex St.:geo:-70.8427794,42.606693 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T135909Z CREATED:20260623T114938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T135909Z UID:10004896-1791365400-1791486000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Hamilton Explore Seminary DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! Join us Wednesday\, October 7 to Thursday\, October 8 for our Fall Explore Seminary at our South Hamilton\, MA residential campus. During this two-day event you will experience Life Together Wednesdays\, mingle with Gordon-Conwell students and faculty\, and enjoy our beautiful North Shore campus in the fall. \nCome and learn about our different programs and our residential model of theological education; we’d love to have you in our community. \nWe will provide complimentary campus housing for two nights and meals during your time here. Housing reservations are limited so sign up today to secure your spot! \n \n\n  URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/hamilton-fall-explore-seminary/ LOCATION:Hamilton Campus\, 130 Essex St.\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States CATEGORIES:Admissions Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Hamilton-Campus-Spring.jpg GEO:42.606693;-70.8427794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Campus 130 Essex St. South Hamilton MA 01982 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 Essex St.:geo:-70.8427794,42.606693 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTSTAMP:20260713T143146Z CREATED:20250709T200437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T143146Z UID:10004589-1791504000-1791676799@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Telos Bible & Theology Conference DESCRIPTION:OCTOBER 9-10\, 2026\nJACKSONVILLE\, FL\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Telos 2026\n \n Speakers\n \n About\n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fourth Annual Telos Conference & Twentieth Year in Jacksonville \n \n \n \n \n \n Redeemed & Restored: The Jubilee in Biblical-Theological Perspective\n \n \n \n \n \n The Telos Bible and Theology Conference brings together scholars\, pastors\, leaders\, and laypeople in the greater Jacksonville area to engage robust and accessible theological learning. Hosted by Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and its faculty\, Telos explores key topics in biblical studies and theology to cultivate Christian maturation across the whole Church. \nAs Gordon-Conwell celebrates 20 years in Jacksonville\, the October 9–10 conference will explore the theme of Jubilee. Join us as we dive into the riches of God’s Word together\, reflecting on the Jubilee and God’s heart for bringing freedom to the captives and rest to the weary. \nGet Early Bird Tickets by July 15 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What is Jubilee?\n Leviticus 25 instructs the Israelites to practice the year of Jubilee\, which required that every 50 years all debts would be cancelled and land that had been sold would revert back to the original owners. \nThis unique practice ensured that once in every generation\, Israelite society would have a “reset”\, in which every person was released from the toil of their labors and burden of their debts to be reunited with family on their ancestral inheritance. \nThe Jubilee was a homecoming that served as a signpost of the coming redemption\, when all creation would be released from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom of the children of God (Rom. 8:21). \nJesus began his public ministry by announcing that the Jubilee had arrived in him: “Today this Scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21). He came to release those in bondage to sin\, restore them to the Father and secure for them their heavenly inheritance as redeemed children of God. \nAs his body\, the Church is called to proclaim and embody that same Jubilee by bringing freedom to the captive and rest to the weary. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Christine Palmer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. David Palmer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Scott M. Gibson\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Justin Young\n (MAOT ’14) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Young is Program Faculty (Old Testament) of Special Programs at Gordon-Conwell and an alumnus of the seminary. His research focuses on the covenant at Mount Sinai and the construction of the tabernacle in Exodus 19–40. He also studies the Psalms\, Biblical Theology\, and ancient Near Eastern ritual. He teaches Biblical Hebrew and exegesis\, and is coauthoring a commentary on Exodus for The Bible in God’s World series. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Conference\n \n \n \n \n \n The conference is named after a Greek word (telos)\, meaning “end\,” “consummation\,” or “aim\,” with a view toward encouraging believers to live today in light of the ultimate victory that has been secured in Christ. Join us as we delight in the great riches of the Scriptures together and rejoice in the gospel of our Triune God. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Attend Telos?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Previous Telos Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Early Bird Tickets by July 15 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Southpoint Community Church\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7556 Salisbury Rd\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32256\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Scott M. Gibson\nDr. Gibson is a Haddon W. Robinson Professor of Preaching at Gordon-Conwell. He is the author and editor of numerous books on preaching\, including The Big Idea of Biblical Preaching\, Preaching with a Plan\, and Preaching Hope in Darkness\, and has contributed to many volumes and journals. An ordained Baptist minister\, he is a co-founder and past president of the Evangelical Homiletics Society. His interests include contemporary issues in preaching\, discipleship\, pastoral ministry\, and the history of preaching and evangelicalism. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Christine Palmer (MAOT ’99)\nDr. Palmer is adjunct professor of Old Testament at Gordon-Conwell. She is dedicated to helping others encounter the Lord through his Word. She teaches courses on Hebrew exegesis and biblical theology and leads global archaeological study tours. She authored ESV Expository Commentary: Leviticus and has contributed articles on Israelite religion and culture in other major publications. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. David Palmer (MDiv ’97)\nDr. Palmer is adjunct professor of New Testament at Gordon-Conwell. A pastor-scholar with a deep love for the Church\, he has pastored at Kenwood Baptist Church for over two decades and has been blessed to participate in missions across the globe. He is the author of Casket Empty: God’s Plan of Redemption through History and contributed to thirty articles in the Archaeological Study Bible. URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/telos-bible-theology-conference/ LOCATION:Jacksonville\, FL CATEGORIES:Community Life,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Telos-Event-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T190601Z CREATED:20260727T190542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T190601Z UID:10004901-1792065600-1792083600@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Scholarship Application Opens for Fall 2027 Term DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/scholarship-application-opens-for-fall-2027-term/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T190936Z CREATED:20260727T190936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T190936Z UID:10004902-1792065600-1792083600@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:MACO Interviews: International Applicants & Spring 2027 Master of Arts in Counseling (By Invitation Only) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/maco-interviews-international-applicants-spring-2027-master-of-arts-in-counseling-by-invitation-only/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T131500 DTSTAMP:20260803T142923Z CREATED:20260803T131346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T142923Z UID:10004907-1792670400-1792674900@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:How to Choose Life in the Midst of a Suicide Crisis DESCRIPTION:Navigating a suicide crisis requires a blend of spiritual grounding\, community support\, and concrete action. Join us for this Dean’s Forum to explore the key strategies for choosing life: \n\nSpiritual Grounding: Normalize suffering as part of the human and Christian experience\, and anchor yourself in God’s unconditional love.\nRelational Support: Identify safe\, trusted individuals and actively reach out for help.\nActionable Hope: Cultivate hope and focus on building a life worth living.\nPractical Safety: Demonstrate your intention to choose life by creating concrete tools\, such as a Hope Kit and a personal Safety Plan.\n\nThe Dean’s Forum discussion is free and is open to the public. No RSVP required for those joining online. \nRegistration is only required for those planning to attend in person at Gordon-Conwell—Hamilton. Lunch will be provided for those attending in person. \nRegister by Wednesday\, October 14 \nThe Dean’s Forum is hosted by the Academic Dean’s office. The event will take place in Alumni Hall in Kerr Building at the Hamilton campus of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. It will be streamed live through Facebook and at www.gcts.edu/live. \n\nABOUT THE SPEAKERS\nKaren Mason is a professor of counseling and psychology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary\, where she has prepared students to be licensed mental health counselors since 2006. She is a native of Colorado (and loves to ski and hike). She learned French while growing up in France\, some German while living in Austria\, and some Haitian Creole while living in Haiti\, teaching at Hope Academy. She has also lived in Pakistan\, teaching at Murree Christian School. She completed an MA in Old Testament at Denver Seminary and an MA and PhD in counseling psychology at the University of Denver with a minor in industrial/organizational psychology. \nIn addition to being a licensed professional counselor and a licensed psychologist\, she has managed teams and several high-impact projects at the Mental Health Center of Denver. Before moving to Massachusetts\, she managed the Office of Suicide Prevention at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. She has worked in the mental health field since 1990 with clients across the age-span and in a variety of settings\, including Lahey Behavioral Health. She is currently in private practice. Her research is focused on the clergy’s and faith community’s role in suicide prevention. She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Psychological Association. \nScott M. Gibson taught at Gordon-Conwell for 27 years\, serving as the Haddon W. Robinson Professor of Preaching\, before moving to Baylor University’s Truett Theological Seminary\, where he held the David E. Garland Endowed Chair in Preaching and founded the PhD in Preaching program. After retiring from Truett in 2025\, he continues to lecture there and\, in 2026\, returned to Gordon-Conwell as the Haddon W. Robinson Chair of Preaching. He remains active in teaching\, lecturing\, and preaching in churches\, conferences\, and seminaries. \nAn ordained Baptist minister\, Dr. Gibson is co-founder and past president of the Evangelical Homiletics Society. His interests include contemporary issues in preaching\, discipleship\, pastoral ministry\, and the history of preaching and evangelicalism. URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/how-to-choose-life-in-the-midst-of-a-suicide-crisis/ LOCATION:Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall\, 130 Essex St.\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Life,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Oct-Deans-Forum.jpg GEO:42.606693;-70.8427794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall 130 Essex St. South Hamilton MA 01982 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 Essex St.:geo:-70.8427794,42.606693 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T191512Z CREATED:20260727T191512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T191512Z UID:10004903-1792756800-1792774800@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:MACC Interviews: Spring 2027 Master of Arts in Christian Counseling (By Invitation Only) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/macc-interviews-spring-2027-master-of-arts-in-christian-counseling-by-invitation-only/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T191645Z CREATED:20250926T195852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T191645Z UID:10004771-1793534400-1793552400@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Spring 2027 International Applicants DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/application-deadline-spring-2027-international-applicants/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T131500 DTSTAMP:20260804T140055Z CREATED:20260803T131951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T140055Z UID:10004908-1793880000-1793884500@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:When Weakness Wins: Reading 2 Corinthians DESCRIPTION:2 Corinthians has been called the sleeping giant of Paul’s theology. At its heart lies a paradox that both comforts and unsettles: “My grace is sufficient for you\,” the risen Jesus tells Paul\, “for my power is perfected in weakness.” Few churches\, ancient or modern\, know what to do with that claim. In celebration of B. G. White’s new book\, Pain and Paradox in 2 Corinthians: The Transformative Function of Strength in Weakness (IVP Academic\, 2026)\, this lecture explores how to interpret one of Paul’s richest letters and why its vision of Christ’s upside-down power might be exactly what the church today needs to hear. \nThe Dean’s Forum discussion is free and is open to the public. No RSVP required for those joining online. \nRegistration is only required for those planning to attend in person at Gordon-Conwell—Hamilton. Lunch will be provided for those attending in person. \nRegister by Wednesday\, October 28 \nThe Dean’s Forum is hosted by the Academic Dean’s office. The event will take place in Alumni Hall in Kerr Building at the Hamilton campus of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. It will be streamed live through Facebook and at www.gcts.edu/live. \n\nABOUT THE SPEAKERS\nDr. B.G. White is a faculty member in New Testament at Boston College. He has been a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Divinity School and has taught at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and Reformed Theological Seminary. He is the author of Pain and Paradox in 2 Corinthians: The Transformative Function of Strength in Weakness (IVP Academic\, 2026 / Mohr Siebeck\, 2021) and has published peer-reviewed articles in a variety of journals\, including Journal for the Study of the New Testament and Journal of Theological Studies. He has been a guest editor at the Journal of Theological Interpretation and his commentary on issues at the intersection of faith and culture has appeared in major outlets including Christianity Today and The Boston Globe. He has previously served in pastoral ministry and is a Senior Fellow of The Center for Pastor Theologians. \nDr. Patricia Batten is assistant professor of preaching and director of chapel at Gordon-Conwell. She pastored a small church in Kennebunkport\, Maine after receiving her MDiv from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She later pursued her passion for teaching after earning her DMin in preaching. Pat finds great pleasure in teaching soon-to-be pastors how to preach expository sermons\, and is delighted to be involved in academia and in ministry. She’s convinced that her preaching makes her teaching more effective and her teaching makes her a better preacher. She is co-editor of Models for Biblical Preaching: Expository Sermons from the Old Testament (Baker Academic\, 2014) and author of Parenting by Faith: What Jesus Said to Parents (Hendrickson Publishing Group\, 2019). \nDr. Sean McDonough is the Mary French Rockefeller Distinguished Professor of New Testament. He came to Gordon-Conwell in 2000 from Pacific Theological College in Suva\, Fiji\, where he had served as the Chair of the Biblical Studies Department and as a lecturer in New Testament. His research interests include creation/cosmology in the Bible and the Ancient Near East\, Hellenistic Judaism\, Greek philosophy and religion\, and the Book of Revelation. Dr. McDonough is the author of Truth’s Consuming Ecstasy: Literary and Philosophical Investigations of the Apocalypse of John (Baylor University Press\, 2025). He is a Sunday School teacher and occasional preacher at First Congregational Church in Hamilton. URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/when-weakness-wins-reading-2-corinthians/ LOCATION:Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall\, 130 Essex St.\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Life,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-Nov-Deans-Forum.jpg GEO:42.606693;-70.8427794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Campus: Alumni Hall 130 Essex St. South Hamilton MA 01982 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 Essex St.:geo:-70.8427794,42.606693 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T113000 DTSTAMP:20260729T174611Z CREATED:20260727T203750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174611Z UID:10004905-1793959200-1793964600@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Creativity in the Wilderness —Charlotte\, NC DESCRIPTION:Dialogue with cellist\, composer\, and artist-in-context Kendall Ramseur \n\n\n\n\nKendall Ramseur\, an award-winning cellist\, composer\, vocalist\, and musical storyteller\, is Artist in Context at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary for the 2026-2027 academic year. During this time\, he will be composing Songs from the Wilderness\, a new cello concerto inspired by the Exodus narrative that invites audiences to reflect on God’s presence and faithfulness in seasons of wilderness. \nAs part of the creative process of composing\, Kendall will spend time in dialogue with students\, faculty\, and community members about wilderness experiences\, identity\, and the role of creativity within the journey of faith. Moderated by Dr. Wes Vander Lugt\, director of the Leighton Ford Inititive in Theology\, the Arts\, and Gospel Witness at Gordon-Conwell\, this informal gathering provides a unique opportunity to participate in honest dialogue and to influence and learn about a major musical composition. \nAnyone is welcome to register for this free event\, which will take place in the Chapel\, located straight ahead when you enter through the main doors. \nRegister Today \n\nMore about Kendall: A founding member of Sons of Serendip\, Kendall now performs and creates as a solo artist\, with performances and original works presented on stages around the world and featured across film\, television\, and other media\, including large-scale orchestral commissions that bring together music\, narrative\, and cultural reflection. Born in Charlotte\, NC\, Kendall now resides in Boston with his wife and two sons. \n\n\n  URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/creativity-in-the-wilderness-charlotte/ LOCATION:Charlotte Campus\, 14542 Choate Circle\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CINW1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Leighton Ford Initiative in Theology%2C the Arts%2C and Gospel Witness":MAILTO:wvanderlugt@gcts.edu GEO:35.0962816;-80.961939 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Charlotte Campus 14542 Choate Circle Charlotte NC 28273 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14542 Choate Circle:geo:-80.961939,35.0962816 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T191926Z CREATED:20250926T200944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T191926Z UID:10004775-1796904000-1796922000@www.gordonconwell.edu SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Spring 2027 (Domestic Applicants) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.gordonconwell.edu/event/application-deadline-spring-2027-domestic-applicants/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Admissions Deadlines END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR