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Welcome to Hood Seminary

Hood Theological Seminary is a graduate and professional school that provides
theological preparation for effective ministry in a diverse society.
Our programs can help you to pastor a local congregation, serve in a specialized ministry such as
Christian Education or Counseling, explore theological questions for personal enrichment,
lay a foundation for a PhD program elsewhere,
or retool yourself for more senior church leadership.


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Messinger-Williams Family Community Education Initiative
Wallace Chappell Lecture Series

11:40 am-12:10 pm Lecture by Reverend Quavon Z. Newton

12:10 - 12:30 Break for Lunch

12:30 - 1:20 Panel and attendees' discussion

Location: The Aymer Center 1810 Lutheran Synod Drive Salisbury, NC 28144

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Spring Didactic

March 23, 2026  6PM - 8PM EST

Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?

Presentations on strategies for addressing:

Who Is Jesus in the 21st Century?

The Role of the Church Amid Moral and Social Decline

The Church’s Role in Healthcare Justice

Food Insecurity As A Theological Crisis

Facilitated by:

Rev. Benjamin Boswell, D.Min. & Rev. Rodney S. Sadler, Jr., Ph.D.

Moderator:   Rev. Karen L. Owens, D.Min.

Service of Candidacy

The Service of Candidacy marks a significant milestone in the doctoral journey. Having completed the required coursework for the Doctor of Ministry program, students transition from doctoral students to doctoral candidates as they enter the research and project phase of their studies. This service recognizes their academic achievement, affirms their readiness to undertake advanced scholarly work, and offers prayerful support as they begin the final stage of research, writing, and ministry-focused inquiry. It is both a celebration of progress and a sacred moment of commissioning for the work that lies ahead.

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