From @austinseminary ... "The Reed" for February 2021

MidWinters 2021, the highlights!

Our first completely online MidWinter Lectures were a success with more than 500 people tuning in. Thanks to contributions by alumni and other friends, we concur with one survey response: "Stimulating lectures and inspiring worship."

• Click here for video content — lectures, sermons, videos and mark your calendar now for next year's MidWinter Lectures, January 24-26.

Introducing our Lenten Lexicon

This year, Jennifer L. Lord, The Dorothy B. Vickery Professor of Homiletics and Liturgical Studies, curated a selection of writings by Austin Seminary alumni expounding on the particular language of Lent. Some words and phrases will be familiar (Easter, Baptism) while others (Anamnesis, Solemn Reproaches) may be new. We invite you into a richer experience of the Season of Lent.

• Click here to read or share online. And, as always, please note all our Resources for Congregations on our web site.

Education Beyond the Walls: Upcoming

Looking for Love in All the Right Places
Our world celebrates eros and the pursuit of it. Even our churches elevate the topic of romantic love, focusing a disproportionate amount of energy, attention, and resources on dating, romance, and marriage. But what about the other loves? How can philia and agape help us experience more of what our hearts truly desire? There is no charge for this gathering, but registration is required.
• Register here ...

“For Rosa” Screening with Q & A
Join us for a virtual screening of a film which depicts an important and under-told chapter in American history. Virtual viewing February 27, followed by questions and answers with the film's producer and director.
• Register here ...

A Lay Preacher's Guide: How to Craft a Faithful Sermon
In this seven-week seminar we will come alongside laypersons—called to serve a congregation and preach on a regular basis—to help deepen their gifts for preaching. Two-hour sessions on Monday evenings, beginning April 12.
• Register here ...

Encourage someone with gifts for ministry!

There are many ways to partner with Austin Seminary in the formation of men and women for Christian ministry. Your gift to our Annual Fund supports the formation of Christian leaders.

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Virtual Lunch & Learn

We've scheduled virtual visits for prospective students throughout the spring semester.
 • February 18
 • March 11
 • April 8
 • May 13

• Read more, and register ...

For a fuller taste of Austin Seminary ... Virtual Discovery Weekend is April 16-18.

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