June 28, 2011

Greetings Alums,

The rhythm of the academic year is a wonderful thing. Once again we have honored a record number of students completing degrees at Fuller. More than 500 walked across the stage at our Pasadena commencement, and more than 800 were eligible--100 of them graduating from regional campuses. At the Pasadena ceremony five graduates shared their stories, and it is always moving to hear of the work, hopes, and dreams of our alumni. Sherwood Lingenfelter offered the benediction at his final commencement as provost; we are grateful for his years of service and commitment to Fuller and our Lord.

We sang "To God Be the Glory," which is not always sung with such a grand organ accompaniment as we had at Pasadena's Lake Avenue Church. But how appropriate to sing together: "Great things he has taught us, great things he has done; and great our rejoicing through Jesus the Son…"

In this month's AlumNews we offer an engaging and inspiring story from DMin graduate Ryan Bell, who eloquently shares his appreciation for the things he has been taught both by wonderful Fuller faculty and by our Lord. It is a great blessing to learn of the many ways our alumni are serving the Kingdom, and we hope that you will share your story with us.

Let us continue to rejoice together through Jesus the Son!

Blessings,
Mary Hubbard Given
Associate Vice President, Alumni and Church Relations

ALUMNI IN ACTION

Weaving Together the Stories of God, People, and City
Fuller's DMin program helped recent graduate Ryan Bell shape an integrated model of ministry for the Hollywood congregation he pastors. Read his story 

FULLER NEWS

What's been happening at Fuller lately?
Check our News and Events page 

Fuller Celebrates 62nd Commencement Ceremony
Glen Stassen Receives Weyerhaeuser Award
Evangelical-Jewish Dialogue Considers Views on Israel
Lauren Winner, Tony Jones and Phyllis Tickle Discuss Emergence Spirituality
    ...and more 

What's new on video? 

John Goldingay: Baccalaureate 2011
Gary Haugen and Others: Preaching and Justice Conference
Stanley Hauerwas: "Why Habit Matters"
Christian Keysers: "The Vicarious Brain"
The late David Scholer: New Testament II: Acts-Revelation       Visit Fuller on iTunesU and Vimeo for much more.
 

UPCOMING EVENTS: PASADENA AND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

The Art of Curating Worship
June 29-July 1
Learn about a new paradigm for creating richer, more meaningful worship events at this conference cosponsored by the Brehm Center. Read more

Ministry Enrichment Seminars
These Field Education seminars on practical ministry issues are open to alumni at no cost. Topics this summer will be:

     Ministry and Marriage: Disaster or Delight?
     Sharon Hargrave, director, Strong Marriages, Successful Ministries
     July 12  5:00-7:00 p.m.

     Weddings: Beyond the Cake and Rings
     Rev. Dr. Phil Carlson, senior pastor, Bethany Church of Sierra Madre
     July 18  1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Bring a Friend to Fuller this Summer
July 18   4:30 p.m.
August 8   9:00 a.m.
If you know someone who might be interested in a seminary education, bring them to one of Fuller's summer visits at the Pasadena campus. These events are free and include a meal, and alumni are welcome to come along!

Ustream Video Chat with Daniel Kirk
August 2    2:00-3:00 p.m.
Watch and interact with  Assistant Professor of New Testament J. R. Daniel Kirk in this live "online visit." Only an internet connection is needed. Read more

Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit
August 11-12
Fuller's Pasadena campus will again serve as a satellite host location for the Willow Creek Leadership Summit, providing local attendees the opportunity to participate via live streaming video. Read more
 

Check Fuller's events calendar for more upcoming events for alumni and the larger community. 

UPCOMING EVENTS: FULLER'S REGIONAL CAMPUSES

Fuller Texas:

Fuller Conversations: Slow Food, Slow ChurchJuly 12   7:00-9:00 p.m.What lessons can Christians learn from the "slow food" movement—a philosophy based on principles of sustainability, local support, community? Join this informal discussion.Read more 

Fuller Northwest: 

Urban Ministry Series: "A Spirituality for the City"
July 19   6:30 p.m.
The concluding event in this year's urban ministry series will feature speakers from St. Leo's Jesuit Parish and the Catholic Worker Community in Tacoma. Read more 

Fuller Northern California:

"The Priority and Practice of Discipleship"
July 28   9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Fuller faculty members William Pannell and Mark Lau Branson will speak at this seminar for pastors and other church leaders at Shiloh Church in Oakland. Read more 

N. T. Wright Lectures
November 16Mark your calendar for these two Sacramento lectures with Bishop N.T. Wright:
2:00-4:00 p.m.  "The Challenge of Paul for Tomorrow's World," with panel of Fuller faculty respondents (Cost: $15)
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.  "Kingdom and Cross: The Forgotten Message of the Gospels" (Cost: $10)

SUMMER is a good time to encourage someone you know to learn more about Fuller at one of the regional campus introductory events below.

Fuller Northern California:
Discover Fuller in Menlo Park
July 5   7:00 p.m.
Discover Fuller in Sacramento
August 3   7:00-8:30 p.m. 

Fuller California Coast:
Explore Fuller California Coast
July 6   7:00 p.m.

Fuller Southwest:
Prospective Student Night
July 7   5:15-6:15 p.m.

Fuller Texas:
Seminary Over Coffee
July 11   7:00-8:45 p.m.
Prospective Student Night
July 25   7:00-9:00 p.m. 

Fuller Northwest:
Seattle Prospective Student Night
July 13   6:00-8:00 p.m.  

Fuller Southwest:
Prospective Student Night
August 2   5:15-6:15 p.m. 

UPCOMING EVENTS: ACROSS THE U.S.

"Preaching with Passion": Washington DC
October 11-13Pastors will find new inspiration for their preaching as they learn from renowned preacher John Lloyd Ogilvie in a small group setting at this conference. Read more 

ALUMNI PUBLICATIONS

Thanks and congratulations to the following alumni whose publications have been donated to our Alumni Bookshelf: 

Lynne Baab (MDiv '90). Friending: Real Relationships in a Virtual World. InterVarsity Press, 2011.

David Bentley (MDiv '63).Wedding Haircut: A Prenuptial Rite of Pasage for 9/11 Terrorists. WestBow Press, 2011.

Barbara Cavaness (PhD '02, MDiv '85) and Theresa D'Souza Greenhough. Unbelievable . . . Yet True. Harvester, 2011.

David Lamb (MDiv '00).God Behaving Badly. InterVarsity Press, 2011.

Leonora Pruner ('87). In the Aerie of the Wolf. Noble Novels, 2011.

BULLETIN BOARD

Presidential Search: Columbus, Mississippi
The Palmer Home for Children, a nonprofit organization with a budget of $6 million, is seekingits next president, following the retirement of its longtime current president. Read more

Pastoral Job Opening: Avon, Connecticut
Valley Community Baptist Church in Avon, Connecticut, is looking for qualified
candidates for its new position of Pastor of Spiritual Growth & Discipleship. Read more

Office Space for Rent: La Canada, California
Psychotherapy office for rent or lease in La Canada. Large private office, large waiting room, small kitchen, workroom, bathroom. parking. Call Dr. Michael Barnes, 818-952-8941. 

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