FTE is at a Crossroads

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The Fund for Theological Education (FTE) is at a new juncture in which it is looking at its past and reexamining itself so it can move forward.  FTE is not alone as many theological seminaries, institutions, and organizations are also facing decision points rising from our changing society, its problems, and needs.  At this crossroad, FTE, which has existed for the past fifty-nine years to support individuals exploring and

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A Personal Reflection on the FTE Consultation at AAR/SBL

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Photo Credit: Haddon Givens Kime

Getting up at 3:30 a.m. to get to the airport by 4:30 a.m. is never fun.  But it was for a Fund for Theological Education (FTE) Alumni consultation meeting; so I felt alright about compromising my sleeping hours. The FTE Alumni consultation was held at Chicago Temple-United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. on Friday November 16, 2012.

“Through Hispanic Eyes”

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This is a repost of my blog on Patheos. It is entitled “Through Hispanic Eyes-Theological Education and White Privilege.”

‘Puerto Rico is a beautiful island with lakes, rivers, mountains, rainforests and of course picturesque beaches. I received a warm welcome at the airport in San Juan: 92 degrees with 74% humidity. Despite the hot, humid weather conditions, I went with eagerness to explore the culture, history, and tradition of Puerto Rico and reflect upon theological education in light of Hispanic theology.’ Link