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SUMMARY:MHC/MSD Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:The visit offers an in depth tour of campus led by members of the community. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session\, tour our new library and classroom building\, and learn from current students about your program of interest. Each tour takes an hour to complete.\nRegister here for the March 25\, 2025 campus visit \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mhc-msd-prospective-student-campus-visit-11/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T090000
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SUMMARY:Men and Emotions: Overcoming Stigma—Fostering Healthy Emotional Expression
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Seminary of the Southwest’s Loise Henderson Wessendorff Center for Counseling and Spirituality\, this Continuing Education Unit (CEU) workshop explores the often-overlooked challenges that men face in understanding\, identifying\, and expressing their emotions. Designed for professionals in mental health\, education\, and other helping fields\, this session will provide valuable insights and strategies into the unique barriers that men encounter regarding emotional health.  \nWith Laura Jones Swann\, and guest speakers Irek B. and Juan G. \nDetails: \nFriday\, March 28\, 2025 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. \nWeeks Center at Seminary of the Southwest\n501 East 32nd Street\nAustin\, TX 78705 \nClick here to Register\nObjectives: \nParticipants will: \n\nBe challenged to look at their own stereotypes and beliefs regarding men and emotions.\nGain a deeper understanding into the societal\, cultural\, and personal challenges men face in developing emotional awareness and expression.\nHave the opportunity to hear from men who have courageously explored their own emotional journey.\nLearn effective strategies to support and encourage healthy emotional expression. \nEngage in discussions and hear diverse perspectives on the role of emotional health in men’s overall well-being.\n\n \nLaura Jones Swann is a renowned expert in the field of emotional wellness\, with a passion for helping both men and women navigate the complexities of emotional expression. With 35 years of experience as a therapist and educator\, Laura has dedicated her career to breaking down barriers and fostering healthy emotional development. She is the author of the recently published book\, Men and Emotions . . . It’s a Thing\, which explores the challenges men face in understanding and expressing their emotions. Laura’s innovative approach combines research-based strategies with compassionate insight\, making her a leading voice in this transformative area of mental health.  \nSeveral key themes in Laura’s work are illustrated by the following content taken from her book as well as several reflections that are from a few of the men that are featured in her book:  \n“A key to understanding emotions is to learn how to lean into them without getting swallowed up by them.”  \n“It’s so weird when people think men don’t have feelings. Like . . . have you ever listened to music written by men? Clearly men have A LOT of emotions.” —Social media post  \n“I think about the very strong conservative culture that I grew up in that taught that men detach from their emotions. Then I think about how grateful I am for the progress I have made to leave that mindset and now more often acknowledge\, accept\, and appreciate my emotions and what they can teach me about myself and the way I relate to the world around me.” —anonymous \n“At 32 years old\, I am beginning to understand that my feelings are not something to be ignored but rather a source of insight into my inner workings. In the past they were (and still are at times) disregarded and unimportant to me. If I didn’t care about something I couldn’t be disappointed by the result. Forcing this detachment from my emotions produced a person who on the surface was mild\, calm\, and collected\, but under the surface I was a trembling mess of anxiety and fear.” —Evan \nClick here to Register
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/men-and-emotions/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250409
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SUMMARY:MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:April MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit\n\n\nThe visit offers a personalized experience in an unhurried\, relaxed atmosphere. The agenda includes time for you to attend class and chapel\, discuss your admissions\, financial\, and housing questions\, and have conversations with members of the community. \nRegister here for April 6-8\, 2025 Campus Visit\nSouthwest is pleased to offer a travel scholarship to potential Fall 2025 students that will underwrite the expense of a visit to our campus in Austin\, Texas.  The scholarship\, in combination with our complimentary guest suite and airport transportation\, provides the opportunity for all to see how students grow intellectually and spiritually at Southwest. An enrollment manager will be in contact to discuss travel arrangements and accommodations once your registration is received. \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mdiv-mar-das-prospective-student-campus-visit-8/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T150000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive benefiting MD Anderson
DESCRIPTION:Cancer has touched the lives of us all. Treating it can greatly diminish the blood supply\, so Seminary of the Southwest has partnered with the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd to help our friends at MD Anderson replenish their critically important blood supply. We need at least 60 registrants to the drive to confirm the event – so please sign up now at this link. \nLocation and time: \nSunday\, April 6th from 9am to 3pm at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/blood-drive-benefiting-md-anderson/
LOCATION:The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd\, 3201 Windsor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250409
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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SUMMARY:MHC/MSD Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:The visit offers an in depth tour of campus led by members of the community. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session\, tour our new library and classroom building\, and learn from current students about your program of interest. Each tour takes an hour to complete.\nRegister here for the April 8\, 2025 campus visit \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mhc-msd-prospective-student-campus-visit-17/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
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SUMMARY:Holy Week and Triduum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Holy Week and the Triduum\nSeminary of the Southwest will begin its observance of Holy Week and the Triduum on Monday\, April 14th. The paschal mystery we celebrate is the energizing source of our life together. \nThe entire community is invited and encouraged to attend. Families are welcome\, as are any guests. We expect all students preparing for ordained ministry to participate in the week’s liturgies. Faculty members will be preaching at the Eucharist each day. \nOn Monday through Wednesday of Holy Week\, the worship schedule is as usual: Morning Prayer at 9:00 a.m.\, Eucharist at 11:45 a.m.\, and Evening Prayer at 5 p.m. (except on Tuesday when Tenebrae replaces Evening Prayer). Unless otherwise noted\, all services will be celebrated with procession and music and held in Christ Chapel. \nPlease note the following unique Holy Week services: \n  \n\nHoly Tuesday (April 15\, 2025)\n\n\nTenebrae\, 5:00 p.m.\, Christ Chapel\n\n\nThis Tenebrae will be an abbreviated office structured around chanted psalms\, readings\, and responsories. The distinctive ceremonial of the service includes fifteen candles\, ultimately symbolizing the triumph of Christ over evil and death. \n\nHoly Wednesday (April 16\, 2025)\n\n\nLatinx concentration building alfombras\, 2:10 p.m.\, in Weeks Center Rotunda\n\n\n\nMaundy Thursday (April 17\, 2025)\n\n\nNoonday Prayer\, 11:45 a.m.\, Christ Chapel\, with the Exhortation\n\n\nMaundy Thursday Holy Eucharist\, 5:30 p.m.\, Christ Chapel\n\n\nPreacher: The Rev. Madeline Hawley \nClick here to watch Maundy Thursday Livestream \n\n\nMaundy Thursday Agape Meal\, following Maundy Thursday service\, Dining Hall\n\n\n\nJoin us for an Agape Meal after the Maundy Thursday service. We’ll enjoy a delicious meal with our families and friends. RSVP here. \n\n\nOvernight “Vigil at the Altar of Repose” Following Maundy Thursday – 11:45 a.m.\, Friday\, Christ Chapel\n\n\nFollowing the Maundy Thursday service and Agape meal\, an all-night vigil will be held in the chapel. You and members of your household are invited to symbolically keep watch with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane through the night in one-hour increments. \n\nGood Friday (April 18\, 2025)\nNo Office services today. \n\n\nGood Friday Service of Solemn Collects together with Veneration of the Cross and Communion from the Reserve\, 11:45 a.m.\, Christ Chapel\n\n\n\nPreacher: The Rev. Nancy Frausto \nClick here to watch the Good Friday Livestream \n\n\nVía Crucis\, Immediately following Good Friday Service beginning in the Kittredge Motte\n\n\nPray the fourteen Stations of the Cross with a solemn bilingual service with movement and music. All community members are welcome — no knowledge of Spanish required. \n\nHoly Saturday (April 19\, 2025)\n\n\nHoly Saturday Liturgy\, 11:45 a.m.\, Christ Chapel\n\n\nHomilist: Scott Madison \n\n\nThe Great Vigil of Easter\, 8:00 p.m.\, Christ Chapel\n\n\nPreacher: Dr. Scott Bader-Saye \nClergy from the Southwest community and others who would like to join should arrive at 7:15 p.m. in order to vest and line up for the procession. Clergy should bring a cassock\, surplice\, and white stole. \nBring your bells\, whistles\, horns\, and other noisemakers for this service! \n\nPlease use this form to order Easter Lilies\n\nClick here to watch the Great Vigil of Easter Livestream \nEaster Gala Celebration\, immediately following the Great Vigil of Easter\, Weeks Center/the Motte\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Gala here (and please consider volunteering to help clean up – thank you!)\n\nChrist is risen! Let’s feast!
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/holy-week-and-triduum-2025/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
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SUMMARY:MHC/MSD Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:The visit offers an in depth tour of campus led by members of the community. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session\, tour our new library and classroom building\, and learn from current students about your program of interest. Each tour takes an hour to complete.\nRegister here for the April 22\, 2025 campus visit \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mhc-msd-prospective-student-campus-visit-13/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T210000
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SUMMARY:Soul by Southwest 2025 Release Party
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a celebration of our 11th edition of Soul by Southwest\, the seminary’s literary and visual arts journal. \nThis year’s joyful gathering will take place on the evening of Friday\, April 25 at 6:30p.m.\, in Trinity Crossing — the courtyard outside the Bishop Dena A. Harrison Library. \nThe event will feature live music by the Duane Carter band\, an exhibit of contributing artists’ works\, and readings by our contributing writers. We’ll also welcome to campus Austin’s own Typewriter Rodeo\, a traveling band of creatives who write poems on the spot\, on any theme. The event is family-friendly\, and childcare will be provided. \nPlease RSVP here by Friday\, April 18. \nWe hope you will join us for this celebration of art\, creativity\, and community!
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/soul-by-southwest-2025-release-party/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430
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SUMMARY:MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:April MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit\n\n\nThe visit offers a personalized experience in an unhurried\, relaxed atmosphere. The agenda includes time for you to attend class and chapel\, discuss your admissions\, financial\, and housing questions\, and have conversations with members of the community. \nRegister here for April 27-29\, 2025 Campus Visit\nSouthwest is pleased to offer a travel scholarship to potential Fall 2025 students that will underwrite the expense of a visit to our campus in Austin\, Texas.  The scholarship\, in combination with our complimentary guest suite and airport transportation\, provides the opportunity for all to see how students grow intellectually and spiritually at Southwest. An enrollment manager will be in contact to discuss travel arrangements and accommodations once your registration is received. \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mdiv-mar-das-prospective-student-campus-visit-9/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T163720Z
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SUMMARY:MHC/MSD Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:The visit offers an in depth tour of campus led by members of the community. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session\, tour our new library and classroom building\, and learn from current students about your program of interest. Each tour takes an hour to complete.\nRegister here for the April 29\, 2025 campus visit \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mhc-msd-prospective-student-campus-visit-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T192402Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Seminary of the Southwest!\nThe Rev. Peggy Lo\, Rector of St. Alban’s\, Austin will be preaching and presiding at a special Eucharist on Thursday\, May 1 at 5:30pm in Christ Chapel. After the service\, stick around for a festive dinner featuring the Chi’lantro Food Truck and great music!
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month/
LOCATION:Christ Chapel\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250507
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SUMMARY:MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:May MDiv/MAR/DAS Prospective Student Campus Visit\n\n\nThe visit offers a personalized experience in an unhurried\, relaxed atmosphere. The agenda includes time for you to attend class and chapel\, discuss your admissions\, financial\, and housing questions\, and have conversations with members of the community. \nRegister here for May 4-6\, 2025 Campus Visit\nSouthwest is pleased to offer a travel scholarship to potential Fall 2025 students that will underwrite the expense of a visit to our campus in Austin\, Texas.  The scholarship\, in combination with our complimentary guest suite and airport transportation\, provides the opportunity for all to see how students grow intellectually and spiritually at Southwest. An enrollment manager will be in contact to discuss travel arrangements and accommodations once your registration is received. \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mdiv-mar-das-prospective-student-campus-visit-10/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250507
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SUMMARY:MHC/MSD Prospective Student Campus Visit
DESCRIPTION:The visit offers an in depth tour of campus led by members of the community. You will have the opportunity to see classes in session\, tour our new library and classroom building\, and learn from current students about your program of interest. Each tour takes an hour to complete.\nRegister here for the May 6\, 2025 campus visit \nSee other campus visit dates here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/mhc-msd-prospective-student-campus-visit-15/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
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SUMMARY:The Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2025 of Seminary of the Southwest
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nPlease join the community of Seminary of the Southwest for the two ceremonies it holds each year to celebrate graduation – an evening service of Holy Eucharist and a formal morning Commencement. These services recognize and celebrate graduating students and award degrees in divinity\, religion\, counseling\, chaplaincy and pastoral care\, and spiritual formation and diplomas in Anglican studies and in theological studies. \nIt was recently announced that acclaimed lawyer\, author\, and founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI )\, Bryan Stevenson\, will preach at the Commencement Exercises. Honorary doctorates will be presented to Mr. Stevenson and the Honorable Linnet Deily\, former U.S. ambassador to the World Trade Organization. \nTuesday\, May 20th\nHoly Eucharist on the Occasion of the\nCommencement for the Class of 2025 of Seminary of the Southwest\nwith the Presentation of the Seminary Crosses\n\n5:30 p.m.\nChrist Chapel at Seminary of the Southwest \n\n501 E. 32nd St.\nAustin\, TX 78705\n\n\nPreacher: Dr. Scott Bader-Saye\nReception to follow.\n\nRSVP HERE FOR HOLY EUCHARIST\nWatch event livestreams here.\n–\nWednesday\, May 21st\nCommencement Exercises for the Class of 2025\nThe Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest\nA service of morning prayer\n\n10:00 a.m.\nEpiscopal Church of the Good Shepherd \n\n3201 Windsor Road\nAustin\, TX 78703\n\n\nPreacher: Bryan Stevenson\nReception to follow.\n\nRSVP HERE FOR COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES FOR THE CLASS OF 2025\nWatch event livestreams here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/commencement-exercises-for-the-class-of-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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SUMMARY:The Monday Connection with Judge Lora J. Livingston
DESCRIPTION:Weeks Campus Center at Seminary of the Southwest \nJoin us on Monday\, June 2nd from 11:30am to 1:00pm in the Weeks Center on campus for the latest Monday Connection! \nJudge Livingston is a 1982 graduate of the UCLA School of Law. She began her legal career as a Reginald Heber Smith Community Lawyer Fellow assigned to the Legal Aid Society of Central Texas in Austin\, Texas. Later\, she entered the private practice of law and eventually became a founding partner at the firm of Livingston and Parr. She began her judicial service as an Associate Judge for the District Courts of Travis County\, Texas and after her successful election\, Judge Livingston was sworn in as Judge of the 261st District Court in January 1999. She is the first African American woman to serve on a district court in Travis County\, Texas. Her judicial colleagues elected her to serve as the Local Administrative District Judge for the Travis County Courts and she led the council of judges for nine years. Her crowning achievement was overseeing the design and construction of the new Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility (CFCF). \nJudge Livingston retired in 2022 and is now serving in the judiciary as a Senior Judge. Since her retirement\, Judge Livingston has also served as the Interim Director of the Texas Access to Justice Commission\, as a mediator and as a legal consultant. She is also an Instructor in the Practice Court at the Baylor University School of Law. Judge Livingston has dedicated her legal career to promoting access to justice for all. She was instrumental in the establishment of the Travis County Self-Help Center for self-represented litigants and in recognition of her service\, the Travis County Law Library and The Self-Help Center has been named in her honor. Her support for access to justice initiatives is unwavering. Judge Livingston has received an impressive number of awards\, too numerous to mention here. She is an active member of St. James’ Episcopal Church\, an inclusive\, multicultural community of faith. At St. James’\, she served on the Vestry and also served as the Senior Warden. \nShe is also an active member of the Austin community. Judge Livingston has served on the boards of the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders\, Capital Area Food Bank\, Austin Symphony Orchestra\, Austin Tenants Council\, Central East Austin Community Organization\, YMCA\, Austin Area Urban League\, and El Buen Samaritano.  Judge Livington is a current Trustee on the Board for Seminary of the Southwest. Judge Livingston is also a graduate of Leadership Austin. \nLearn more about The Monday Connection.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/the-monday-connection-with-judge-lora-j-livingston/
LOCATION:Weeks Center\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T183000
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SUMMARY:2025 Matriculation and Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in Christ Chapel on Sunday\, August 24\, 2025\, at 5pm for Southwest’s annual Matriculation service\, where new students are welcomed and begin their important journey of learning and formation. At the service\, incoming students will add their names to the same Matriculation Book that so many alumni have signed\, and become a part of the tradition at Southwest that stretches back for decades. \nAlso\, at the service\, Southwest will award the Charles Cook Servant Leadership Award to the Rev. Jim Harrington\, founder of the Texas Civil Rights Project and Missioner at St. James Episcopal Church. The Cook Award was created in 2009 by the faculty to honor their colleague and Seminary of the Southwest alum\, the Rev. Charlie Cook\, on the occasion of his retirement from the seminary. Each fall\, as another academic year begins\, the community pauses to remember this common calling we have and to honor someone who especially embodies the Christian commitment to selfless service on behalf of others. \nFurther\, this year’s Matriculation service will include the installation of the Rev. Sarah Faehnle Mast as Southwest’s new Dean of Chapel (read about the Rev. Mast’s appointment here)\, and the installation of the Rev. Benjamin King\, Ph.D. as Southwest’s Academic Dean (read about the Rev. King’s appointment here). \nThe Rev. Sarah Faehnle Mast will officiate\, and the Rev. Benjamin King\, Ph.D. will preach at the service. \nThe service will be livestreamed at the seminary website and facebook page. Please feel free to forward these links to family or friends who may be interested but cannot attend. \nFollowing the service\, please join us for a celebratory reception in Howell Dining Hall. \nPlease RSVP here.\nWe look forward to celebrating with you.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/2025-matriculation-and-reception/
LOCATION:Christ Chapel\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T170000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month 2025
DESCRIPTION:Hispanic Heritage Month 2025\nCommunity Hour\n \nMonday\, September 15\, 4:00 p.m. \nEnjoy an elote cup\, music\, and other yummy snacks! \n  \nHispanic Heritage Month Service\nThursday\, September 18\, 5:30 p.m. \nPresider and Preacher – The Rev. Omar Rodriguez de la O \nMusic\, food\, and dancing! \n  \nBishop Angela Cortinas\nWednesday\, September 24\, 11:45 a.m. \nJoin us for a special eucharist celebrating Bishop Cortinas\, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas. \n  \nDeaf Latinx Event\nSaturday\, September 27\, 5:00 p.m. \nJoin us in supporting the Latinx deaf community in Austin. Food\, games\, and vendors at Austin Deaf Club – 8818 Cullen Lane\, Austin\, TX 78748 \n  \n  \nCasa Marianella Migrant Celebration\nSunday\, September 28\, 5:30 p.m. \nJoin us for a special eucharist and dinner honoring the work of supporting migrants at Casa Marianella – 821 Gunter Street\, Austin\, TX 78702 \n  \nLatinx Concentration Carne Asada\nThursday\, October 9\, 5:30 p.m. \nAfter the community eucharist honoring Deaf Awareness Month\, join us at Trinity Crossing for some good food\, music\, and community.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/hispanic-heritage-month-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T114500
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SUMMARY:John Hines Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025\, at 11:45 a.m. for Seminary of the Southwest’s annual celebration of our founder\, the Rt. Rev. John E. Hines. The event will take place in Christ Chapel on Seminary of the Southwest’s campus\, with a lunch following in the Howell Dining Hall. \nJohn Hines Day Schedule\n11:45am ~ Christ Chapel: Festal Eucharist celebrating The Rt. Rev. John Elbridge Hines \nThe Rev. Jemonde Taylor\, Rector of St. Ambrose Episcopal Church\, Raleigh\, NC\, will preach at the service. More about the Rev. Taylor below. \n\n\n12:45pm ~ Weeks Center: Celebratory luncheon honoring John Hines Legacy Society members\n\n\nPlease RSVP below.\nThe service will also be live-streamed on the seminary website or facebook page. \nWant to learn more about the John Hines Legacy Society and how to make a legacy gift? Contact April Kerwin\, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving at 512.439.0326 or april.kerwin@ssw.edu \n\n\n\n \nSince 2012\, the Reverend Robert Jemonde Taylor serves as the eleventh rector of Saint Ambrose Episcopal Church. He grew up in Saint Matthias’ Episcopal Church\, Louisburg\, NC. Father Taylor nurtures a season of liturgical renewal at Saint Ambrose with an emphasis on African American and African culture through Ethiopian Orthodox icons as Stations of the Cross\, icons and kneelers of African American Episcopal saints\, Episcopal service music based on African American Spirituals\, and a Jazz Mass. \nHe is active in the larger Church as board member and treasurer for the Gathering of Leaders\, the Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest board of trustee member\, consultant for the Office of Black Ministries\, the Episcopal Church Foundation Congregational Leadership Initiative (CLI) faculty\, and a contributor to Sermons that Work. Taylor’s work throughout the Anglican Communion includes the Compass Rose Society (U.K.)\, ministry in the Episcopal/Anglican Province of Alexandria (Egypt)\, and the Anglican Church of Kenya. Father Taylor is working on a documentary film on Race\, Church\, and Theological Practices funded by a $400\,000 grant from the Henry Luce Foundation. \nPrior to arriving at Saint Ambrose\, Father Taylor served Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church\, Dallas\, TX as a part of the Lilly Foundation’s Transition into Ministry Fellowship. In addition to his responsibilities at Saint Michael\, his ministry encompassed Jubilee Park\, a mostly Spanish speaking neighborhood\, and Saint Philip’s School and Community Center\, a historically African American Episcopal elementary school. \nHe is married to Kierson Leigh Taylor\, and they are the proud parents of two children. Read more about the Rev. Taylor here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/john-hines-day-2025/
LOCATION:Christ Chapel\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T113000
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SUMMARY:Monday Connection with Bob Ayres and Vera Ayres Bowen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for lunch and a talk by Bob Ayres and Vera Ayres Bowen at the next Monday Connection! \nMonday\, October 13\, 2025 \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nWeeks Center \nRSVP below by October 1\, 2025 \n  \n\n \nBob Ayres relishes the multi-faceted challenges and opportunities inherent in land stewardship. He has devoted the last forty years to the management and conservation of the Shield-Ayres-Bowen family ranches in Central and West Texas. Bob serves on the board of the Shield-Ayres Foundation and served for many years as president of the Shield Ranch Foundation. \nBob has been an active member of the land trust community at the local\, state\, and national levels. He served on the founding board of the Hill Country Conservancy as well as the board of the Texas chapter of The Nature Conservancy. Most recently\, Bob served on the board of directors of the Land Trust Alliance. \nBob received his bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the University of the South. He holds a Master of Theological Studies from Virginia Theological Seminary and a Master of Fine Arts from the Warren Wilson Program for Writers. A native of San Antonio\, Bob and his wife Margy moved to Austin in 1985\, where they raised their two daughters Kathleen and Elizabeth. Bob is an avid birder and loves visiting parks\, nature centers\, and wild places whenever he travels. \nAs president of the Shield Ranch Foundation\, Vera Ayres Bowen’s focus is outdoor education and outreach programs. She is passionate about providing opportunities for children and adults to experience beauty and mystery in the natural world. In her role as Shield-Ayres Foundation president\, Vera cultivates community financial support for the nonprofit family foundation’s mission to support human services\, social justice\, and environmental conservation. She also serves on the EverGreen Austin board and the advisory council of A ROCHA USA. In addition\, Vera enjoys actively serving as a member of her church. \nVera finds joy in exploring the natural world and expressing gratitude through artistic expression. She loves playing with her five grandchildren and enjoys sharing the Ranch with her grown children and their spouses: Marshall (and his wife Madison)\, Gentry (and his wife Margaret)\, Sophie (and her husband Johann)\, and Mallory. Vera earned a Bachelor of Arts in religion from the University of the South and has a certificate in Eco Spirituality from the Seminary of the Wild Earth. Born and raised in San Antonio\, she now lives in Austin.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/monday-connection-with-bob-ayers-and-vera-ayers-bowan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T154316Z
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SUMMARY:Diocese of Northwest Texas Alumni and Friends Lunch 2025
DESCRIPTION:Please join us! \nAlumni and Friends of Seminary of the Southwest Lunch \nMcKenzie-Merket Alumni Center\n2521 17th Street\nLubbock\, Texas 79409 \nFriday\, October 17 at 11:30 a.m.\nHosted by Bishop Scott Mayer & Seminary of the Southwest\n\n\n\n \nFor questions please contact April.Kerwin@ssw.edu or at 512-439-0326
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/nwtx-alumni-and-friends-lunch-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
CREATED:20251001T183714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T184320Z
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SUMMARY:Southwest Alumni Breakfast at the Diocese of Texas Clergy Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Seminary of the Southwest and enjoy fellowship with your fellow Southwest alums. \nFriends and well-wishers welcome! \nTuesday\, October 21\, 2025\n8:00 a.m.\nTellepson Room\nCamp Allen\n\n \nPlease direct questions to Lecia Brannon\, Director of Alumni Relations\, at lecia.brannon@ssw.edu.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/seminary-of-the-southwest-alumni-breakfast-at-the-diocese-of-texas-clergy-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
CREATED:20250611T193726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T205802Z
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SUMMARY:57th Blandy Lecture & Alumni Convocation
DESCRIPTION:Please join the community of Seminary of the Southwest for the 57th Annual Blandy Lecture and Alumni Convocation on November 18-19\, 2025. \nThis year’s Blandy lecturer is Kazu Haga. A respected voice in the fields of nonviolence and restorative justice\, Haga brings decades of experience in social change and community healing to this year’s event. Kazu Haga’s lecture will be themed on “Spiritual Foundations of Nonviolent Resistance.” \nRead more about Haga and the event here. \nKazu Haga\nIn addition to the lecture\, highlights include: \n\nSpecific programming geared toward Theology and Counseling alumni (see below)\nPresentation of the Hal Brook Perry Award and the inaugural Dave Scheider Award (learn more here)\nA Continuing Education workshop opportunity with Blandy Lecturer\, Kazu Haga and Dr. Gena St. David (learn more here)\nA “dinner by the bite” reception before the lecture\, where alumni can mingle with current students and faculty\n\nThe event is presented free of charge this year. A detailed schedule is below. \nPlease register for Blandy here.\nBlandy Schedule of Events: \nTuesday\, November 18 on Zoom\n\n\n7:00pm Alumni Reunion hosted by the Alumni Steering Committee (Join on Zoom)\n\n\nJoin the virtual alumni reunion hosted by the Alumni Steering Committee and joined by the Rev. Benjamin King\, Ph.D. and the Rev. Sarah Mast. \nWednesday\, November 19 on the Seminary of the Southwest campus\n\n\n8:00am: Check in (Weeks Center)\n\n\n9:00am: Morning Prayer (Christ Chapel)\n\n\n9:30am to 11:30am: Opportunity to observe one of the following classes below. If you’re interested in observing a class\, reach out to Lecia Brannon.\n\n\nNew Testament 1 – Rev. Jeehei Park\, Ph.D.\n\n\nTheology 1 – Dr. Anthony Baker\n\n\nAnglican Studies – the Rev. Nancy Frausto and the Rev. Nathan Jennings\, Ph.D. \n\n\n\n\n11:45am: Holy Eucharist and presentation of the Hal Brook Perry Award* (Christ Chapel)\n\n\nPreacher: the Rev. Constance Coleman-Fletcher\, MDiv Class of 2020\n\n\nPresider: the Rev. Minerva Skeith\, MDiv Class of 2019\n\n\n\n\n12:45pm: Community Lunch (Howell Dining Hall)\n\n\n1:45pm: Southwest Bookstore open house in Trinity Crossing. Make sure to check out the Harrison Library while you’re here! The bookstore will be open from 1:45pm-7:00pm for all your book and Southwest swag needs.\n\n\n5:00pm: Evening Prayer on Duval Landing or Christ Chapel (location is weather dependent)\n\n\n5:00pm: Workshop: Embodied Nonviolence in a Time of Collective Tension: A Conversation with Kazu Haga & Gena St. David – geared for current MHC students and MHC alumni\, all are welcome for this in-depth discussion (Knapp Auditorium)\n\n\nThis workshop qualifies as one hour of CEU\n\n\nLearn more and RSVP for this worshop here\n\n\n\n\n6:00pm: Reception “Dinner by the Bite” (Howell Dining Hall)\n\n\n7:00pm: Blandy Lecture (“Spiritual Foundations of Nonviolent Resistance“)with Kazu Haga and presentation of the Dave Scheider Award* (Knapp Auditorium)\n\n\n*These events will be livestreamed \n  \n\n 
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/57th-blandy-lecture-alumni-convocation/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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SUMMARY:Southwest Closed for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Seminary of the Southwest will be closed for the holidays from December 12\, 2025 at 1pm CT thru January 1\, 2026. \nOffices reopen on Friday\, January 2\, 2026. \nHappy Holidays! \n 
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/southwest-closed-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Seminary of the Southwest\, 501 East 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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SUMMARY:Monday Connection with Bobby Jenkins
DESCRIPTION:Join us for lunch and a talk by Bobby Jenkins at the next Monday Connection! \nMonday\, January 12\, 2026 \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nWeeks Center \nRSVP below by January 5\, 2026 \n\n  \nBobby Jenkins is the owner of ABC Home & Commercial Services\, a Texas-based\, family-owned company founded in 1949\, with offices in several Texas locations\, including Austin\, San Antonio\, College Station\, Bell County\, Corpus Christi\, the Rio Grande Valley\, and Waco. ABC employs over 1\,100 people and offers a broad range of services\, such as pest and termite control\, lawn care\, landscaping\, tree trimming\, air conditioning and heating\, plumbing\, electrical work\, pool cleaning and repair\, handyman services\, window cleaning\, power washing\, water quality and appliance repair. \nBobby graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Business Management. Throughout his career\, Bobby has been deeply involved in various leadership roles throughout the community: \n● Current Roles: \n○ Chair of the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority \n○ Immediate Past Chair of the Association of Former Students Texas A&M \n○ Chair of the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation \n○ Chairman of the Professional Pest Management Alliance \n○ Co-founder and board member of Recognize Good \n○ Chair of Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse \n○ Chair of The Foundation for Better Business \n○ Board member of the Alzheimer’s Texas Association \n○ Board member E3 Alliance \n○ Board member of the Moss Pieratt Foundation \n○ Board member of The Friends of the ABC Kite Festival Foundation \n○ Board member of United Way \n○ Executive Committee Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce \n○ Co-chair of Caritas of Austin’s capital campaign \n○ Trustee for the College For All Texans Foundation \n○ Member of the executive committee of the Texas Business Leadership Council \n● Past Roles: \n○ Chair of the Austin Chamber of Commerce \n○ Chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board \n○ President of both the Texas and National Pest Management Associations \n○ Chair of the Better Business Bureau \n○ Chair American Heart Association \n○ Co-Chair Bond Oversight Committee AISD \n○ Co-Chair Heart Walk American Heart Association \n○ Co-chair of the United Way Annual Campaign \nBobby is a passionate sports enthusiast who enjoys tennis\, golf\, cycling\, and watching Texas A&M sports. He has been happily married to his wife\, Jan\, for 43 years. Together\, they have three children: Jessica Pieratt\, Chelsea Myers\, and Bo\, as well as eight beloved grandchildren: Moss\, Madeline\, Frances\, Robby\, Morrison\, Belle\, and Laurel.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/monday-connection-with-bobby-jenkins/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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SUMMARY:Commissioning of the Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce as Interim Dean and President
DESCRIPTION:The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce\nJoin Southwest on Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 for the commissioning of the Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce as Interim Dean and President of Seminary of the Southwest. \n5:30pm Eucharist in Christ Chapel with “Dinner by the Bite” Reception to follow in the Howell Dining Hall. \nPlease RSVP here – childcare will be provided from 5:00pm-8:00pm.\nEucharist will be live-streamed on the Seminary’s website and Facebook page.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/commissioning-of-the-rt-rev-diane-jardine-bruce-as-interim-dean-and-president/
LOCATION:Christ Chapel\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T192424Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Southwest created an Austin Community Engagement Guide for Black History Month with information on local Black-owned businesses\, events in Austin\, and history about Black History Month. Check it out here.\nEvents: \nBlack History Month Keynote and Reception – Wednesday\, February 4th at Seminary of the Southwest\n6:30pm Keynote Address in Knapp Auditorium \n8:00pm Dessert Reception in Dining Hall (next to Knapp Auditorium) \nFeaturing keynote speaker\, Chas Moore\, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of the Austin Justice Coalition. \nChas Moore is a nationally respected organizer\, speaker\, and visionary leader working at the intersection of justice\, abolition\, and Black liberation. As the Organizing Director of the Austin Justice Coalition (AJC)—an advocacy organization he founded—Chas continues to lead transformative grassroots efforts that center the lives and experiences of Black\, Indigenous\, and other marginalized communities impacted by systemic oppression. \nUnder Chas’s leadership\, AJC has redefined public safety in Austin\, successfully advocating for a historic $150 million reallocation from the Austin Police Department to fund community-first alternatives. He was instrumental in reshaping the city’s Use of Force policy and led a community-powered campaign to defeat a harmful police union contract. His work consistently challenges the status quo\, proving that bold\, unapologetic organizing rooted in love and accountability can shift both policy and culture. \nNo longer serving as Executive Director\, Chas now focuses on deep movement-building strategies\, political education\, and base-building across Texas and beyond. He has helped launch initiatives such as the Justice Access Support Initiative (JASI)\, connecting individuals to legal support grounded in equity\, and continues to be a national thought leader through platforms like TEDx\, CBS Austin\, and faith-based partnerships like Violet Crown City Church. \nA recipient of the Nathan Cummings Foundation Fellowship and a member of the Unlocked Futures Cohort backed by John Legend\, Chas’ influence is recognized far and wide. Yet\, he remains grounded in community—organizing town halls\, Black-out nights at local theaters\, and Black Food Week to support Black-owned businesses. \nWith a style that blends radical truth-telling and deep care\, Chas Moore invites us to not just imagine a liberated future but to co-create it—together\, from the ground up. \nPlease RSVP for the Keynote and Reception here.\nMardi Gras Celebration – Tuesday\, February 17th from 6:30-8:00pm at Seminary of the Southwest\n6:30pm Welcome and music from the Duane Carter Band in Howell Dining Hall \n7:00-8:00pm Dinner featuring local food truck\, Mama Jambalayas \nAll are welcome to attend this celebration! \nPlease RSVP for the Mardi Gras Celebration here.\nFeast of Pauli Murray Eucharist and Reception – Thursday\, February 19th at 5:30pm at Seminary of the Southwest\nRSVP and find out more about this event here.\nAffiliated events: \nHuston-Tillotson University’s Opening Black History Month Chapel Service – Tuesday\, February 5th at 11am at Huston-Tillotson University\nFind out more here. \nCelebrate Black Austin walking tour with alum\, Jane Obi and partner Bryan Edwards of Third Spaces – Saturday\, February 28th\nOn Saturday\, February 28\, Third Spaces\, will be hosting our 5th Annual Celebrate Black ATX Block Party.  You are invited to join us in East Austin as we honor 100 years of Celebrating Black history. \n\nEvent Itinerary\n\n10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: FREE East Austin History Tour \n1:00 PM – 6:00 PM Block Party \n All Day Activations \n Vendor Marketplace – Support Black-owned businesses & artisans \n Food Trucks \n Live Music & DJ Sets \n\nRSVP HERE
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/black-history-month-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T200000
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SUMMARY:Feast of Pauli Murray Eucharist & Reception Honoring St. James' Episcopal Church\, Austin
DESCRIPTION:Join Seminary of the Southwest and the Pauli Murray Scholarship Committee in honoring St. James’ Episcopal Church\, Austin on Thursday\, February 19\, 2026. \n5:30pm Feast of Pauli Murray Eucharist in Christ Chapel followed by a reception in the Howell Dining Hall at Seminary of the Southwest \nPlease RSVP here. \nThis event is open to all. Find out more about this event and others for Black History Month at Southwest here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/pauli-murray-eucharist-reception-honoring-st-james-episcopal-church-austin/
LOCATION:Christ Chapel\, 501 E. 32nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
CREATED:20260129T195856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194001Z
UID:28132-1772262000-1772269200@ssw.edu
SUMMARY:177th Diocese of Texas Council Alumni and Friends Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Seminary of the Southwest and the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce for the annual Seminary of the Southwest Alumni and Friends Breakfast at the 177th Diocese of Texas Council. \nHear from Seminary of the Southwest’s interim dean and president and enjoy fellowship with your fellow Southwest alums. \nFriends and well-wishers welcome! \nSaturday\, February 28\, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. \nThe Woodlands Waterway Marriott Convention Center – Montgomery Room A \nPlease RSVP here
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/177th-diocese-of-texas-council/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
CREATED:20260129T200624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195108Z
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SUMMARY:122nd Diocese of West Texas Council Alumni and Friends Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Seminary of the Southwest invites you to the Seminary of the Southwest Alumni and Friends Breakfast at the 122nd Diocese of West Texas Council. \nHear from Seminary of the Southwest’s Eric Scott\, Vice President for Advancement and Communications\, and the Rev. Lecia Brannon\, Director of Alumni Relations\, and enjoy fellowship with your fellow Southwest alums\, friends and supporters. \nFriends and well-wishers welcome! \nSaturday\, February 28\, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. \nOmni Corpus Christi Hotel – Laguna Madre Room \n900 Shoreline Blvd.\, Corpus Christi\, TX. 78401 \nPlease RSVP here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/122nd-diocese-of-west-texas-council/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260403T181946
CREATED:20260226T164354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T194529Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Join Southwest in celebrating Women’s History Month! Find information below about the many events taking place in March: \nInternational Women’s Day Lunch\nJoin us for International Women’s Day Lunch at Southwest on Friday\, March 6th from 12:30-2:00pm in the Dining Hall. All students\, faculty\, and staff women and gender minorities are welcome to join for lunch\, crafts\, and fellowship. \nCome be your authentic self – wear what makes you feel good; say what you’re thinking; eat what you want; be yourself. \nYou’re welcome to bring a woman friend/family member/mentor with you! \nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming! \nWomen in Ministry Roundtable\nOpen to all female-identifying MDiv students at Southwest. Want to know more about navigating ordained ministry as a woman? \nCome to the Women In Ministry roundtable where we will hear from Rev. Frausto\, Rev. Hawley\, Dr. Park\, and Dr. Robinson as they share their experiences as women in ministry in an open discussion on March 10\, 2026 at 12:30pm. The event will be catered- location TBD. \nRSVP here. \nFeast of Oscar Romero with Honoring of the Four Martyred Nuns in El Salvador\nJoin us for this special chapel service on Tuesday\, March 24th at 11:45am in Christ Chapel. Following the service will be a latin-themed lunch in the Howell Dining Hall. \nPayne-Harvey Lecture featuring the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart\, PhD\nPlease join the community of Seminary of the Southwest for a talk by the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart\, PhD on Thursday\, March 26th. The evening schedule is below: \n5:30pm Litany in Christ Chapel \n6:00pm Reception in the Howell Dining Hall \n7:00pm Lecture in Knapp Auditorium \nRSVP here for the dinner and lecture. For more information on the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart\, PhD please visit here.
URL:https://ssw.edu/event/womens-history-month/
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