Events
Ministry Lunch - Why and How the Church Needs to Engage in Government
Speaker: Chuck Garriott, Executive Director, Ministry to State
Learn why it is important for the church to engage with people and government for the sake of the gospel. Lunch provided.
Schedule a meeting with Chuck while he is on campus: cmgarriott@gmail.com
More about Ministry to State: Ministry To State is an outreach to people in government—Washington DC, state capitals, and international capitals. The ministry is under the PCA’s Mission to North America.
Chapel - Day of Prayer - No Classes
Speaker: Dr. Aaron Goldstein, Assistant Professor of Old Testament
The entire Seminary community is invited to join us for our spring Day of Prayer. This is a wonderful way for us to take a break from our normal routine and acknowledge our need for God. Come for all or part of the morning as your schedule allows. NOTE: Classes are canceled today so everyone may participate.
Can’t join us in person? Join us via livestream here.
Need childcare for this event?: Reserve your spots here.
Schedule for the Day:
8:45 – 9 a.m. — Donuts, Coffee & Fellowship
9 – 11:45 a.m. — Dr. Goldstein will lead three devotionals interspersed with times of corporate and group prayer, singing, and praise.
Individual Prayer: The morning also includes 30 minutes set aside for individual reflection and prayer.
Noon — Lunch served in the Community Center by our International Students.
Ministry Lunch - Sharing Christ with the NAtions Through RUF International
Speakers: Chris Morrison, Area Coordinator for RUF-I; Kirk Norris, RUF-I Campus Minister, Washington University in St. Louis; Andrew Terrell, RUF-I Campus Minister, Vanderbilt University; Lee Leadbetter, RUF-I Campus Minister, University of Tennessee; Ian Hammond, RUF-I Campus Minister, Northwestern University
Join us for lunch (provided) to discuss how you can apply your seminary training to the work of cross-cultural evangelism, hospitality, discipleship, teaching, and more. The nations are already gathered here on our college campuses. Will we share Christ with them? The following story shows why:
“I’ve been researching Christianity online but I’ve never met an actual Christian until today.” This is a real quote from an East Asian student on his first day of grad school at an Ivy League university. After deep involvement with an RUF-I ministry, just two years later he was secretly baptized in an underground church back in his home country that is legally closed to Christian missions. Not all RUF-I student stories end this way but it displays the unique and pressing opportunity that is waiting in the backyards of our local churches.
Chapel
Speaker: Rev. Robby Holt, Senior Pastor, Covenant Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, AL
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Ministry Lunch - Convergence: the Path to Becoming a Bible Translation Consultant
Speakers: Ed & Linda Speyers, Specialty Recruiters for Bible Translation Consultancy, Wycliffe Bible Translators
Not sure what to do after graduating from seminary? Come and see if becoming a Bible translation consultant might just be the right path for you. You might be surprised.
Wycliffe Bible Translators aims to start Bible Translation for every language that needs it. There is a growing need for Bible translation consultants. Convergence, a program squarely aimed at seminary graduates, looks to equip these graduates with the necessary tools to be trained as a consultant.
Lunch provided.
David C. Jones Theology Lectures
In honor of the late Dr. David C. Jones, long-time Professor of Systematic Theology at Covenant Seminary, we are pleased to announce a new edition of the David C. Jones Theology Lectures for 2025.
Speaker: Dr. Fred Sanders, Professor, Torrey Honors Institute, Biola University
Lecture 1: Thursday, March 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
Lecture 2: Friday, March 7, 11 a.m. – 12;30 p.m.
David C. Jones Theology Lectures
In honor of the late Dr. David C. Jones, long-time Professor of Systematic Theology at Covenant Seminary, we are pleased to announce a new edition of the David C. Jones Theology Lectures for 2025.
Speaker: Dr. Fred Sanders, Professor, Torrey Honors Institute, Biola University
Thursday, March 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
Friday, March 7, 11 a.m. – 12;30 p.m.
Look for more info to come soon.
Special Ministry Lunch – Women Serving Christ’s Church: A Conversation with Karen hodge
Speaker: Karen Hodge, Coordinator for Women’s Ministry with the PCA’s Committee for Discipleship Ministries (CDM).
All women of Covenant (student and non-student alike) are invited to this special lunch-time conversation for a time of encouragement and inspiration as Karen shares from her decades of experience as a female leader and servant in the church. Bring your questions for the Q&A time. Lunch provided.
More About Karen: In her role with CDM, Karen seeks to connect women and churches to one another and to sound resources. She is the host of the enCourage podcast and the co-author (with Susan Hunt) of Transformed: Life-Taker to Life-Giver and Life-Giving Leadership. She serves alongside her husband, pastor, and best friend, Chris, at Village Seven Presbyterian Church in Colorado Springs.
Spring Preview Day
Join us for our biggest preview day of the year, where we will be showcasing all of our degree programs. Become a seminary student for the day, and learn about what it's like to be at Covenant.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. David Chapman, Professor of New Testament and Archaeology
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Chapel - A Time of Lament
Speaker: Dr. Tom Gibbs, President
Join us for a special time of worship focused on lament and God’s grace to us in the midst of suffering.
Ministry Lunch - Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)
Speakers: Keith Berger, Chief Organizational Development Officer, and Michael Gordon, Assistant Coordinato, RUF
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) is the college ministry of the PCA committed to reaching college students for Christ and equipping them to serve Jesus, his church and the world for a lifetime. RUF has ministries on over 180 campuses in the US through RUF, RUF-International, and around the world through RUF-Global.
More info to come on how to meet with RUF reps one on one while they’re on campus.
Ministry Lunch - Reformed University Fellowship
Speakers: Keith Berger, Chief Organizational Development Officer, and Michael Gordon, Assistant Coordinator, Reformed University Fellowship
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) is the college ministry of the PCA committed to reaching college students for Christ and equipping them to serve Jesus, His church and the world for a lifetime. RUF has ministries on over 180 campuses in the US through RUF, RUF-International, and around the world through RUF-Global.
Come learn how you can help bring the gospel of Christ to college campuses. Lunch provided.
More info to come.
Austin Harrington Counseling Lectures 2025
Theme: Stimulating Spiritual Formation: Helping One Another Thrive
Speaker: Dr. Gary Moon, Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Spiritual Formation at Richmont Graduate University and founding Executive Director of the Martin Institute for Christianity and Culture and the Dallas Willard Center for Christian Spiritual Formation at Westmont College. Dr. Moon presently oversees resource development for the Martin Institute through Conversatio Divina: A Center for Spiritual Formation, directs the DMin program in spiritual direction at Fuller Theological Seminary, and writes in areas such as the theoretical and practical integration of psychology and theology.
Registration for the lectures is now open.
General admission is $39 per person; $79 for those seeking counseling Continuing Education units. Admission is free for Covenant Seminary students, with attendance required for those in the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program.
Austin Harrington Counseling Lectures 2025
Theme: Stimulating Spiritual Formation: Helping One Another Thrive
Speaker: Dr. Gary Moon, Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Spiritual Formation at Richmont Graduate University and founding Executive Director of the Martin Institute for Christianity and Culture and the Dallas Willard Center for Christian Spiritual Formation at Westmont College. Dr. Moon presently oversees resource development for the Martin Institute through Conversatio Divina: A Center for Spiritual Formation, directs the DMin program in spiritual direction at Fuller Theological Seminary, and writes in areas such as the theoretical and practical integration of psychology and theology.
Registration for the lectures is now open.
General admission is $39 per person; $79 for those seeking counseling Continuing Education units. Admission is free for Covenant Seminary students, with attendance required for those in the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Bob Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Ministry Lunch - The Scribe Conversation Series — Constructive Criticism: Ageless Principles to Flourish in a Digital Era
Speakers: Heather Sparkman (MDiv ’08; MA, Lindenwood University, 2021)
Heather will present learnings from her recent MA thesis exploring biblical principles that help church staff, non-professional volunteers, and members engage with and use social media in positive, constructive ways. Rather than starting from a place of fear, we should understand our purpose and place in the digital landscape, just as we do in other forms of media, proceeding with wise, informed confidence.
The Scribe Conversation Series facilitates community dialogue about reflective, intentional, and discerning communication practices.
Food provided; bring your own drinks.
Women in Ministry Preview Day
Covenant Seminary is committed to preparing faithful pastors, counselors, and ministry leaders for our denomination and the expanding global church. While we believe that the Bible reserves the role of ordained pastoral ministry for men, we also believe that God calls women to minister in his church and Kingdom in vitally important ways. We welcome and encourage female students in all our degree programs, and we offer a variety of other activities for female students, as well as generous scholarship support specifically for women.
What Happens at Preview Day? This event is designed to give you a window into what a seminary education at Covenant looks like. Join us on campus in St. Louis, and have an opportunity to:
Sit in on seminary classes
Tour our campus and facilities
Meet our faculty
Connect with current students
Learn about scholarship opportunities!
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, and free housing is available upon request.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Thurman Williams, Director of Homiletics
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Covenant Seminary Spring Golf Tournament
Do you love golf? Do you love fellowship? Covenant Seminary’s Golf Tournament is just what you’re looking for!
Who / Where: CTS students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends are invited to join us for an afternoon of clubs and camaraderie.
Location: TBD, but most likely Creve Coeur Golf Course (a 9-hole course close to campus).
More details and sign-up info to come.
Student Account Balance Deadline
Deadline to get account balance below $2,100 to avoid future registration blockage.
Chapel - Easter Chapel - Wednesday of Holy Week
Speaker: TBD
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Chapel
Speaker: Rev. Scotty Smith, Founding Pastor and Pastor Emeritus, Christ the King Presbyterian Church, Franklin, TN
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Jack Collins, Professor of Old Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Summer Online New Student Orientation - Option 1
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, May 6 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time
OR
Wednesday, May 7 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time
RSVP LINKS TO COME.
NOTE: Classes won’t start until May 19, but for the week of May 12–16 Student Life staff will be occupied with graduation activities.
Summer Online New Student Orientation - Option 2
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, May 6 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time
OR
Wednesday, May 7 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time
RSVP LINKS TO COME.
NOTE: Classes won’t start until May 19, but for the week of May 12–16 Student Life staff will be occupied with graduation activities.
Final Exams for All Courses
Note: All proctored finals end at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15.
Graduation Celebration
This is our annual outdoor party for our graduates, their families, and friends, along with faculty and staff. We’ll enjoy lawn games, food trucks, and a time of thanksgiving and praise.
Dinner will be available to purchase from Balkan Treat Box, Blues Fired Pizza, and Mr. Noodle.
See more details about our graduation events.
Commencement
Keynote speaker: Rev. Dr. Mark Davis, Senior Pastor, Park Cities Presbyterian Church
Join us as we celebrate our 2025 graduates and launch them into the next phase of their ministry life.
Location: First Free Church sanctuary, 1375 Carman Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021
See more details about our graduation events.
Fall Online New Student Orientation - Option 1
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, August 19 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time
OR
Wednesday, August 20 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time
RSVP LINKS TO COME.
Fall Online New Student Orientation - Option 2
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, August 19 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time
OR
Wednesday, August 20 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time
RSVP LINKS TO COME.
Fall New Student Orientation – On Campus
New Student Orientation will take place just before the start of the fall semester, on Saturday, August 23, at 9 a.m. in Founders Hall, Room 342. Coffee and snacks will be provided in the morning, as well as lunch after the program.
We highly encourage spouses or fiancés to attend as well. This will be a more detailed look at what you need to know about Covenant and a chance to meet even more folks who are part of our Covenant community.
Childcare will be provided for children ages 6 months – 10 years old.
RSVP LINK TO COME.
Day of Prayer - No Classes Today
Speaker: TBD
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection, followed by lunch together.
More info to come.
Covenant Seminary Preaching Lectures - No Classes Today
Speaker & Theme: TBD
More info to come.
Lifetime of Ministry Conference 2025
Our 2025 Lifetime of Ministry Conference will explore topics relevant to equipping pastors and other church leaders for a lifetime of fruitful ministry. More details to come.
Day of Prayer - No Classes Today
Speaker: TBD
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection, followed by lunch together.
More info to come.
Final Exams for All Courses
Note: All proctored finals end at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13.
Ministry Lunch - Helping Students with Same-sex Attraction and Gender Confusion
Speaker: Stephen Moss, Director of Student Outreach, Harvest USA
Sharing from his own story and experience, Stephen will offer biblical principles and practical wisdom for parents and churches as they seek to help students struggling with same-sex attraction or gender confusion. He will share how Harvest USA can equip your church or ministry to care well for those affected by sexual brokenness, and how you can get involved!
Lunch Provided: Taziki's boxed lunch.
Special Gift: The first 20 students in attendance will get a free book from Harvest USA.
If you would like to setup a time to meet with Stephen while he is on campus you can do so via his calendar link here.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Brian Tucker, Professor of Old Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Chapel - Lunar New Year
Speaker: S. J. Lim, Northeast Area Coordinator, Reformed University Fellowship
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word, led by our Asian Student Fellowship in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
Last Day to Add / Drop Full-Term Course
Includes changing from audit to credit status or dropping without a grade of W.
Chapel - Black History Month
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Jones Sr., Senior Pastor, Friendly Temple, St. Louis, MO
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word, led by our Black Student Fellowship.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Tom Gibbs, President
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Ministry Lunch - Planting in Community with the EPC: Replacing “Me” with “We”
Speaker: Richard Rieves, Executive Director of EPC Church Planting and the South/Southeast Regional Director of Church Planting for the EPC
The need for healthy churches led by healthy leaders is critical to the mission of reaching this present culture with the gospel. In our time together, we will consider how one can plant a healthy church while maintiaing both personal and familial health. Lunch provided.
To schedule a personal meeting with Richard while he's on campus, sign up here.
More on Church Planting in the EPC: The Evangelical Presbyterian Church desires to launch a movement of church planting through creating a community among our planters. This community of planters will be coached, provided cohorts and biannual in-person training in order to equip and battle isolation. We have identified strategic locations for plants and are actively recruiting for planters and church planting residencies.
January Term Ends
NOTE: Classes that normally meet on Wednesday will meet today instead.
14th annual Theological Fellowship Conference – Featuring Dr. C. John Collins
The Theological Fellowship at Covenant Seminary will host its 14th Annual Theological Conference on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Founders Hall 340, 341, and 342
Plenary Speaker at 1;30 p.m. is Dr. C. John “Jack” Collins, Professor of Old Testament, CTS.
Dr. Collins will present on the topic "The Testimony of the Lord is Sure,’ but What About Everyone Else’s?—The Shape of Sola Scriptura: The Place of Extra-Biblical Material in Biblical Thinking." Dr. Collins brings a deep love for the Bible and language scholarship to his work training pastors and church leaders. He served as the OT chair on the translation committee for the ESV Bible, as well as the OT Editor for the ESV Study Bible.
Other Presenters: The conference will also feature other papers throughout the day presented by CTS students, alumni, and faculty.
Cost: FREE — and lunch is included.
January Term Begins
NOTE: Classes that normally meet on Wednesday will meet today instead.
Mamas with Commas
Ladies of Covenant are invited to join us for our next Mamas with Commas event.
If you are a female member of the CTS community and are juggling motherhood along with life as a student as one of your multiple roles or have considered taking classes but are weighing the pros and cons, you’re invited to “Mamas with Commas.” We think you’ll find much that’s applicable even if the “Mamas” part isn’t one of your many roles.
Join us and find rest and encouragement for all that you are holding.
Questions? Contact Megan Jung at megan.jung@covenantseminary.edu.
Deans and Donuts
Donuts bring cheer and make everything better! Take a study break with your cheerleaders, Mark McElmurry, Dean of Students, and Megan Jung, Associate Dean of Women.
Join us in the Edwards living room between 8:15 and 11:30 (or as long as we have donuts) and get some donuts, coffee, and encouragement!
Wednesday Classes Meet (but Not Monday Classes) / Last Day of Residential Classes
NOTE: Classes that normally meet on Wednesday will meet today instead. Monday classes will not meet.