My father has an old rototiller—think late 1970s: Craftsman, red, heavy, and built to last. My earliest memories of springtime include watching him pull that machine out of the garage, knowing that planting season had arrived. If you’ve ever worked the land, you know...
In a season focused on cultivating God’s call in students’ lives, it’s fitting to honor a distinguished alumna who has spent her career planting and nurturing those very seeds. Western Theological Seminary is pleased to honor Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel as the 2025...
We all have dreams and expectations regarding our roles in our communities. For some, spouse and/or parent will be among those roles. Whether we realize it or not, we each come to these roles with a script that shapes our behavior and our expectations of the behavior...
A new academic year is quickly approaching at Western Theological Seminary, and we are looking forward to welcoming students both in-person and online. Whether you are a new or returning student, we are praying that this year is filled with growth, connection, and a...
Western Theological Seminary (WTS) is pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Ron Rienstra, Professor of Preaching and Worship Arts, has been appointed to an additional role as Director of Church Partnerships with A Rocha USA, a national organization committed to creation...
