KANSAS CITY, Mo—Midwestern Seminary celebrated the May 7 release of The Storied Life: Christian Writing as Art and Worship (Zondervan) by Jared C. Wilson, assistant professor of pastoral ministry and author in residence at Midwestern Seminary. In The Storied Life, Wilson explores the themes of writing and story, offering spiritual and practical insights to help readers see the power of story in the Christian life and grow in the skill of writing for God’s glory. “If you are familiar with the work of Jared Wilson, you know he is a master writer and creative storyteller,” said President Jason Al ..read more

KANSAS CITY, Mo—Two hundred and sixty graduates from Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College received their degrees on May 3 during the seventy-fifth commencement exercises. President Jason Allen led the ceremony, presenting diplomas to graduates and awarding recognitions to two faculty members. After opening the ceremony with a word of welcome and a reading of Psalm 93, Allen said, “Men and women are going forward from this place, some in the marketplace, others in churches, still others to the mission field around the world.” “They have been equipped and are now being commissioned to honor ..read more

KANSAS CITY, Mo—Midwestern Seminary welcomed Michael Reeves to campus on April 24 to deliver a chapel message in concert with the third annual Spurgeon Library Conference. Reeves, who serves as president and professor of theology at Union School of Theology in Bridgend, England, preached on Spurgeon’s view of Christ’s power to transform the heart. Midwestern Seminary President Jason Allen said, “I’ve appreciated Dr. Reeves’ books and preaching over the years, and my wife and I have enjoyed thinking together on God’s Word through hearing his sermons. We are delighted to have him here for the Sp ..read more

KANSAS CITY, Mo—At a special chapel service on April 23, Spurgeon College commissioned nine missionary teams to overseas service in Africa and Asia. The ceremony also commissioned several graduate-level students who have completed rigorous training in the Fusion Master’s Cohort in preparation for service as career missionaries. Since 2005, Fusion has existed to equip believers for a lifetime of Kingdom service by training students to make disciples of all nations through a one-year immersive program. Each year, Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College sends several Fusion teams overseas and si ..read more

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KANSAS CITY, Mo—Midwestern Seminary welcomed hundreds of students, staff, and community members, along with their families, to campus for the Spring Picnic on April 19. The event featured free food, fun, and fellowship for the seminary community. An annual tradition, Spring Picnic is an opportunity to celebrate God’s kindness on the campus community at the conclusion of the academic year. “The Spring Picnic is always one of my favorite events each year,” said President Jason Allen. “To see our campus community come out for fellowship and fun is always encouraging. I want to offer a special tha ..read more

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KANSAS CITY, Mo—Midwestern Seminary partnered with 9Marks to host “A Conference on Membership” on April 16–17. Speakers Jason K. Allen, Brian Davis, Zach Schlegel, Philip Van Steenburgh, Jared C. Wilson, Jonathan Leeman, and Jeff Lacine brought messages and led panel discussions aimed at providing a biblical understanding of church membership and cultivating meaningful membership practices in the local church. Allen led the conference’s opening session, addressing the question, “Is church membership biblical?” He offered nine indicators of church membership in the New Testament, demonstrating ..read more

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KANSAS CITY, Mo—Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College welcomed 225 prospective students and guests to campus for Spring Preview Day on April 12, a new record for Spring Preview Day attendance. At Preview Day, guests considering degrees at Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College toured campus, met President Jason Allen and other key leaders and faculty members, and learned firsthand about the institution’s programs for theological training. “It was very encouraging to welcome so many prospective students to campus for Preview Day,” said President Jason Allen. “Our Preview Day events are one ..read more