As seminary students, our time is often filled up to the brim by the vast array of classes, forums, services, events, and ministry opportunities that we take part in. It can be difficult to keep track of everything in busy seasons like these, and to make room for rest and play. I like to encourage […]
I was often told when beginning the journey to Virginia Seminary in the Fall of 2021, that I should take moments to pause, reflect and enjoy all that I was experiencing, because time would pass quickly, and I would find myself in Senior year before I knew it. Despite the long days in class, the […]
Today, I pause and breathe in gratitude for all of you who make Virginia Theological Seminary great. A great place to work, a warm place of welcome, an open place for fellowship and laughter, a light on a hill inviting all to experience the joy that is God. Thank you! Thank you to the leadership […]
The Butterfly House is located on the west side of the Seminary campus, but many people are unsure of exactly what it is that we actually do here. Sure, you may know that we are a childcare facility, or a preschool. Today, I would like to give you a little insight into our daily learning […]
Each year immediately following Commencement students begin to leave VTS for the summer and the facilities department ramps up to prepare the campus for the upcoming academic year. During this time when rooms and apartments are vacant, the facilities team springs into action. We must make the campus ready for summer programs, returning students, and […]
Welcome all to the new fiscal year! Looking back at FY2023, here are just a few of the highlights from the prior year… New Employee in the Finance Office Gloria Boateng officially joined the Finance department, on May 15th, 2023, after four months of working in a temporary capacity. In the 7 months that Gloria […]
As we move further into summer, I hope you have taken some time for rest and rejuvenation. Perhaps you spent time with friends and family or resumed summer travel or simply enjoyed quiet days of silence where you allowed yourself to be found by God. However you spent your time, I hope that there was […]
The great British composer Herbert Howells was once asked if he had any hobbies. “Yes,” he replied, “Silence.” Silence is a rarity in our lives. Walk into any venue and one likely will hear music playing in the background (usually too loudly, but that’s another topic for another day). Barring that, there’s likely the sound […]
Hi, my name is Darius Hunt, the new A/V Coordinator for the chapel. I have worked in mass communication focusing on audio and video for over 7+ years. After working in multiple churches as an AV Director, I have realized AV is more than just sight and sound. It is a whole experience to remember! […]
As the new academic year approaches and the new students are moving onto campus, there is a feeling of excitement and anticipation of renewal, hope, and the opportunity for spiritual growth. I vividly recall August term of my first year at VTS. I remember observing the sacristans’ warm and welcoming presence during the August term […]