Chronological List of Past Events2009January 7, 2009: The Church and U.S. Education: Challenges, Promises, and Best Practices
This forum, offered through the Hispanic Leadership program, will be conducted in English. January 10, 2009: Equipping the Saints: Leadership and Officer Training
This event, open to the public at no charge, is sponsored by Monmouth Presbytery, the Presbytery of New Brunswick, and the Erdman Center, featuring more than 20 workshops. January 12, 2009: James Luther Adams Forum on Religion and Society, featuring Patrick D. Miller
This lecture, open to the public at no charge, focuses on the use of Scripture in social ethics. January 12-14, 2009: Growing into Tomorrow...Today: A Retirement Planning Seminar
This three day program is for mid- to late-career clergy and lay Benefits Plan members and their spouses. This program is conducted by the PC(USA) Board of Pensions. Register online here or by calling 800-773-7752, ext. 7223. January 15, 2009: Render unto Caesar: A Clergy Tax and Terms of Call Seminar
This one day program is for the following PC(USA) individuals: clergy and spouses, church treasurers, business administrators, session leaders, presbytery staff and committee members. This program is conducted by the PC(USA) Board of Pensions. Register online here or by calling 800-773-7752, ext. 7223. January 20-23, 2009: Calvin and the Church Today: Ecclesiology as Received, Changed, and Adapted
This four day conference inaugurates the Calvin2009 programming, featuring nine different presenters. January 26, 2009: Islam - Conversations in World Religions
This event, open to the public at no charge, features with Imam Hamad Chebli of the Islamic Society of Central Jersey. Part of the Conversations in World Religions in America. February 4, 2009: Meet the Authors with Ron White
A conversation and book signing by the author of the New York Times bestseller A.Lincoln. February 23, 2009: Meet the Authors with J. Philip Newell
A conversation and book signing by the former Warden of the Iona Abbey and the author of the Christ of the Celts - the Healing of Creation. February 23-26, 2009: Christ of the Celts - featuring J. Philip Newell
This spiritual program and retreat, underwritten by the F.I.S.H. Foundation, will be led by renowned theologian and author J. Philip Newell. March 2, 2009: Christianity - Conversations in World Religions
This event, open to the public at no charge, features Boyd Hannold of the Princeton Alliance Church. Part of the Conversations in World Religions in America.
Due to inclement weather in the greater Princeton area, the Seminary is closed on Monday March 2nd, postponing tonight's program. March 14, 2009: Christian Education Day
This event, open to the public at no charge, is sponsored by the Erdman Center and the Educational Ministries Committee of the Presbytery of New Brunswick; it features several programs to equip Christian educators in the local church. March 14, 2009: Pathways: Youth Ministry Leader Seminar (sponsored by IYM)
Offered off-site in Montreat, NC, this program offers programs for adults and youth. March 20-21, 2009: La Salud Del Líder: Coloquio de Cuidado Pastoral (sponsored by HLP)
Offered in Spanish, this colloquium focuses upon pastoral care and parish leadership. March 25, 2009: Meet the Authors with Robert Jones
A conversation and book signing by the author of Progressive & Religious: How Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and Buddhist Leaders are Moving Beyond the Culture Wars and Transforming Public Life. March 26, 2009: Preaching and Teaching the Resurrection
J. Ross Wagner will provide an overview of the Resurrection and Year B Lectionary texts. March 28, 2009: Pathways: Youth Ministry Leader Seminar (sponsored by IYM)
Offered off-site in Austin, TX, this program offers programs for adults and youth. March 29-30, 2009: Calvin, Worship, and Church Music: Glad Surprises for the Church Today
Designed with worship leaders and musicians in mind, this is a Sunday evening festival, open to the public, with Monday programs and worship. Part of Calvin2009. April 18, 2009: CONGREGUÉMONOS XIX: La Iglesia : Esencia, Esperanza, y Crisis (sponsored by HLP)
This program, focusing on the essence, hope and crisis in the church, will be offered in Spanish. April 25, 2009: Dios Ama Al Inmigrante (sponsored by HLP)
This program, exploring immigration both theologically and pastorally, will be offered in Spanish. April 25, 2009: Pathways: Youth Ministry Leader Seminar (sponsored by IYM)
Offered off-site in Sunnyvale, CA, this program offers programs for adults and youth.
April 28, 2009: 1541 Institutes
Elsie McKee presents her new translation of the 1541 Institutes. Part of Calvin2009. April 27-30, 2009: Institute for Youth Ministry - Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry
Theological education relevant to ministry with youth. May 1-2, 2009: Enneagrams (sponsored by the Chapel Office)
A two-day program on different personality types and how people approach things differently. May 2, 2009: Meet the Artist with Kathy Nelson
Visit with photographer Kathy Nelson and explore the display of her photographs of the Middle East and Africa. From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. May 6, 2009: Meet the Authors with Jacques Berlinerblau
A conversation and book signing by the author of Thumpin It! The Use and Abuse of the Bible in Today’s Presidential Politics and The Secular Bible:Why Nonbelievers Must Take Religion Seriously May 7, 2009: Meet the Authors with David Gushee
A conversation and book signing by the author of The Future of Faith in American Politics: The Witness of the Evangelical Center May 9, 2009: Labyrinth Prayer: Re-Centering, Healing and Self-Care
Join renown scholar and author Jill Geoffrion for practical spiritual insights. May 14-16, 2009: Princeton Conference on Emerging Adulthood (sponsored by IYM)
How might the church better engage emerging adults in a life of Christian faith? May 31 - June 1, 2009: Spirituality and Leadership: Transforming the Workplace
In the face of present day challenges, effective leadership calls for new Holy Spirit enabled pathways to creating organizational success. In this unique seminar, clergy and business leaders come together to discover, share, and improve their leadership performance in a highly collaborative setting. June 2-4, 2009: Institute for Pastoral Leadership
Analyze different ministerial identities for a fuller formation of a pastor. June 15, 2009: Faith and Government Leadership Summit (sponsored by HLP)
Listen to key government leaders and network with peers. June 15-19, 2009: Engle Institute
The seventh annual Joe R. Engle Institute for Preaching focuses on the craft of preaching. June 21-24, 2009: Annual Karl Barth Conference
Sponsored by the Center for Barth Studies at Princeton Theological Seminary, the fourth annual conference focuses upon "Karl Barth on Religion and the Religions." August 4, 2009: Latin American Theological Reflection in the Age of Obama (sponsored by HLP)
What are the implications of the political philosophy, policies, and politics of a new U.S administration for Latin American integral mission and theological reflection?
2008January 7, 2008: Understanding Depression
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. January 8, 9, and 10, 2008: Suicide: Signs, Prevention and Aftermath
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. January 12, 2008: Understanding Depression
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. January 15, 22, and 29, 2008: Resources and Boundaries in Caregiving
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. January 23–24, 2008: Fresh Inspiration for the Easter Cycle January 26 and February 2, 2008: Resources and Boundaries in Caregiving
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. January 30 - April 23, 2008: Spirituality and Healthcare February 5, 12, and 19, 2008: Caring for the Dying and Their Family and Friends
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. February 13–March 19, 2008: From the Garden of Eden to the Garden of Gethsemane
This Lenten Bible Study will focus on the Old Testament texts for the Sundays leading up to Easter. February 16 and 23, 2008: Caring for the Caregiver
Rescheduled to March 15 and 22, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
February 19, 2008: Meet the Authors Spring 2008 Book Series
How People Change—The Short Story as Case History with Dr. William Tucker. February 21, 28, and March 6, 2008: Supporting Those Experiencing Divorce
This program has been cancelled.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 1 and 8, 2008: Caring for the Dying and Their Family and Friends
Rescheduled for April 12 and 19, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 1 and 8, 2008: Supporting Those with Mental Illness and Their Families
Rescheduled for May 3 and 10, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 8, 2008: Listening & Caring Skills
Rescheduled for March 29, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 10 and 13, 2008: Listening & Caring Skills
Rescheduled for March 25 and 27, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 11, 2008:Meet the Authors Spring 2008 Book Series
Given the Globe: Poetry of Micheal O’Siadhail March 12, 19, and 26, 2008: Caring for the Elderly
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. March 15 and 22, 2008: Caring for the Caregiver
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. March 17, 24 and 31, 2008: Caring for the Caregiver
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. March 25 and 27, 2008: Listening & Caring Skills
Consolidated into March 29, 2008.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
March 29, 2008: Listening & Caring Skills
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program April 1, 2008: Meet the Authors Spring 2008 Book Series
Bloomfield Avenue, A Memoir with author Linda Mercadante April 1, 2, and 3, 2008: Caring for Individuals with Families Dealing with Addictions
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program April 2-3, 2008: Institute for Pastoral Leadership
Ongoing formation regarding ministerial identities. April 7, 14, and 21, 2008: Caring for the Dying, their Families and Friends
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program April 10, 2008: Meet the Authors Spring 2008 Book Series
The Great Awakening: Reviving Faith & Politics in a Post-Religious Right America with author Jim Wallis- Registration for reserved seats is closed. April 12 and 19, 2008, mornings: Caring for the Elderly
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program April 12 and 19, 2008, afternoons: Caring for the Dying, their Families and Friends
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program April 15, 2008: Meet the Authors Spring 2008 Book Series
Everything Must Change with author Brian McLaren- Registration for reserved seats is closed. April 19, 2008: Congreguémonos: La Iglesia Frente Una Cultura de Violencia (Sponsored by HLP) April 28 - May 1, 2008: Princeton Forum on Youth Ministry
Sponsored by the Institute for Youth Ministry May 3 and 10, 2008: Caring for those with Mental Illness and their Families
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program May 5–6, 2008: Evento Para Líderes: La Iglesia y La Posmodernidad (Sponsored by HLP) May 9, 2008: Immigration Colloquium: Advocacy and Best Practices (Sponsored by HLP) June 8-13, 2008: Engle Institute for Preaching
Sponsored by the Engle Institute July 21-25, 2008: Institute for Multicultural Ministry
A week-long program exploring faithful congregations in the third millennium. September 17, 2008: How Would You Rule?
Princeton Theological Seminary's 2008 Constitution Day event explores a history of United States Supreme Court cases regarding religion and the First Amendment. September 6, 13, 24 & Oct 1: Faith and Spirituality
Sponsored by the Erdman Center, Princeton House Behavioral Health and UMDNJ University Behavioral HealthCare. September 29, 2008: It's More than Just Spanish! Theology and Praxis
A Herencia lecture (co-sponsored by HLP) considering practices of the Latina/o church. October 1, 2008: Politics of Assimilation: Latinos/as and the Sacred
A Herencia colloquium (co-sponsored by HLP) indentifying expressive limits of the full Latina/o identity. October 6-10, 2008: Interim Ministry, Weeks I & II
Beginning and advanced skills for interim ministers.
Week I is now full and on a waiting list; Week II is by permission of instructor. October 14, 2008: Who Are We? A Pastoral Challenge
A Herencia luncheon (co-sponsored by HLP) reexamining modes of ministry. October 14, 2008: Levantando Nuestra Voz: A Worship Experience
A Herencia worship experience (co-sponsored by HLP). October 23-24, 2008: ConEd @ Reunion 2008
Featuring presentations by Rev. Dr. Susan Andrews and Rev. Dr. Craig Barnes. November 7-8, 2008: La Salud Del Líder: Coloquio de Cuidado Pastoral (sponsored by HLP)
This colloquium has been postponed.
November 10-13, 2008: Emotional and Spiritual Care in Disasters
In partnership with, and held at, The Rabbinical Assembly in New York City. November 17, 2008: Hinduism
This event, open to the public at no charge, features Swami Santananda of the Chinmaya Vrindavan Center in Cranbury, NJ. Part of the Conversations in World Religions in America. November 22, December 6, 13, 20, 2008
Introduction to the Bible: A course in the Basic Program of the Hispanic Leadership Program's Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies (ABATS).
This course is taught in Spanish. November 24 and December 1, 2008: Judaism
This event, open to the public at no charge, features Rabbi Adam Feldman of the Jewish Center in Princeton, NJ. Part of the Conversations in World Religions in America. December 15, 2008: Baha'i
This event, open to the public at no charge, features Shahla and Eberhard Wunderlich of the Baha'i community of Princeton, NJ. Part of the Conversations in World Religions in America.
January 8–11
The 2007 Princeton Forums
on Youth Ministry (Forum 1 in Nashville, TN) January 9–11
Growing into Tomorrow…Today: A Pre-Retirement Seminar January 23–February 13
Scripture in the Early Church January 29–April 23
Ministry, Conflict, and Cataclysms February 9
Church and State: 60 Years after Everson v. Board of Education February 12–16
Interim Ministry Week I
Maximum registration for this course has been reached; the course is closed. February 14–16
Gifts of the Early Church: Scriptural, Liturgical, Devotional
Maximum registration for this course has been reached; the course is closed. February 24
Listening and Caring Skills
Maximum registration for this course has been reached; the course is closed. April 10–12
Healthy Congregations: An Emerging, Intergenerational Approach April 14, 2007
Toward a Theology of Immigration: Embracing the Stranger April 16–18
Spiritual Depth in Life and Leadership April 17
Continuing Education Book Series: Meet the Authors
The Faith Club: A Muslim, A Christian, A Jew—Three Women Search for Understanding
Registration for reserved seats is closed. Registration for the wait list is now open. April 29–May 1
The Power of Story: Developing Multiracial, Multicultural Congregations April 30–May 3
The 2007 Princeton Forums
on Youth Ministry (Forum 2 in Princeton, NJ)
Registration for reserved seats is closed. Registration for the wait list is now open. May 2
Why No One Wants to Die in America
Registration for reserved seats is closed. Registration for the wait list is now open. May 9
Continuing Education Book Series: Meet the Authors
The Art of Serenity and The Spirit of Happiness May 14–17
Sharpening Your Most Important Tool: Your Self June 2
Continuing Education Book Series: Meet the Authors
The History of Swimming June 7, 2007
A Consultation on Multiplying Asian Indian Ministries July 9, 16, and 23, 2007: Paul - the Impact of an Amazing Apostle, with Dr Karlfried Froehlich
Part of the Princeton Summer Experience.
Registration for reserved seats is closed. Registration for the wait list is now open. September 12, 19, and 26, 2007: Listening Skills
Due to the overwhelming interest, this program will be rescheduled and offered again. Please click here to be notified about new course dates.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
September 18, 2007: Render Unto Caesar - a seminar for clergy on terms of call and taxes.
Registration for this event, sponsored by the PC(USA) Board of Pensions, will be through their website. Additional information is available here. September 20, 2007:Meet the Authors Book Club
God in Public with Mark G. Toulouse, PhD. September 21, 2007:God in Public - an extended dialogue. September 22 and 29, 2007: Listening Skills
Due to the overwhelming interest, this program will be rescheduled and offered again. Please click here to be notified about new course dates.
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
September 29, 2007
A Consultation on Multiplying Asian Indian Ministries October 2, 2007: Caring for Persons with Alzheimer's Disease
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. October 3, 10, and 17, 2007: Spiritual Resources in Caregiving
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. October 20 and 27, 2007: Spiritual Resources in Caregiving
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. October 24, 2007:Meet the Authors Book Club Failing America's Faithful with Kathleen Kennedy Townsend
Registration for reserved seats is closed. Registration for the wait list is now open. October 29, 2007: Older Adult Ministry
This interdenominational seminar is a follow up to the first Princeton Seminary workshop on Older Adult Ministry held in March, 2007. October 29-31, 2007: Pastoral Crisis Intervention
This event, held at the Rabbinical Assembly (NYC), will train participants to become Red Cross Certified as Volunteer Chaplains - a requirement to aid at disaster sites. November 3, 2007: Old and New Dimensions in Psalms Study November 7, 2007:Meet the Authors Book Club Yearnings - Embracing the Spiritual Messiness of Life with Rabbi Irwin Kula November 1,8, and 15, 2007: Grief and Loss
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. November 10, 2007: The Biblical Psalms in Christian Worship November 10 and 17, 2007: Grief and Loss
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
Registration for reserved seats is closed. November 30 and December 1, 2007: Suicide: Signs, Prevention and Aftermath
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. December 1, 2007: Making Hospital Visits
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program. December 1, 2007:Meet the Authors Book Club: Another program on Spirituality. Listen with Your Heart with Rev Dr Kathy Nelson. December 4, 2007: Making Hospital Visits
Eligible for the Certificate in Christian Caregiving program.
July 10, 17, 24, 31
Medieval Mysticism July 24–26
Presbyterian Polity July 26–28
Presbyterian Program and Mission (canceled) September 18
How Do People Become Christians? September 25–December 18
Issues in Biomedical Ethics September 26–October 24
God and Politics September 26–27
Getting in Shape Fiscally: A Financial Planning Seminar October 5–26
In the Beginning: Reading Genesis Theologically October 25
Working with Immigrants: Legal, Social, and Cultural Challenges October 25–26
Nature as a Window to God: A Spiritual Retreat October 26
Empowering Communities against Gang Violence October 30–31
Counseling Others through Divorce October 31
Compassion Fatigue: The Costs of Caring November 1–3
Processing a Minister’s Own Divorce November 6–7
Reading the Gospel of John as Drama November 10
The Role of Religion in Psychological Trauma November 15
How Computers Are Changing the New Testament November 18
Confronting and Coping with Addiction (canceled) November 28
Communication for Volunteer Management December 1
Spirituality in Healthcare December 2
Making the Best of the “Holiday Blues” (canceled) December 4
The Stages of Couples Conflict: Working with Married, Separated, and Divorced Couples December 6
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace December 11
The Art of Empathic Confrontation: Working with Difficult People | 
