KANSAS CITY (MBTS) – Celebrating graduates amid the Christmas season, the Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College community recognized its students’ hard work, dedication, and perseverance, as the school held its 70th commencement exercises on Dec. 10. “This is the seventieth commencement exercise in Midwestern Seminary’s history,” said Midwestern President Jason Allen in his opening remarks. “This is not like an ordinary commencement service; it is a worship service. We are here to … [Read more...]
Historian Thomas S. Kidd joins Midwestern Seminary residential faculty
KANSAS CITY (BP) — Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary President Jason Allen has announced that historian Thomas S. Kidd will join Midwestern Seminary’s residential faculty as research professor of church history. Kidd, who has served as distinguished professor of history and the James Vardaman Endowed Professor of History at Baylor University, joined Midwestern Seminary’s faculty as a visiting professor in 2019. He will transition to the full-time, residential role in fall … [Read more...]
Record enrollment, library dedication, new missions program key business of MBTS fall trustee meeting
KANSAS CITY (MBTS) – Midwestern Seminary’s Fall Trustee Meeting, which was held Oct. 18-19, focused on gratitude for enrollment growth, the dedication of the seminary’s newly renovated library, the announcement of a forthcoming graduate-level missions’ program, and the election of new faculty members. Enrollment growth During his President’s Report, Jason Allen reminded trustees of the current state of theological education and reported record enrollment gains. In presenting the … [Read more...]
Midwestern Seminary launches ‘CALLED’ resource online
KANSAS CITY – After months of planning, Midwestern Seminary announced last week the launch of ‘CALLED’ – a new website offering resources to aid and equip individuals who sense a call to vocational ministry. “In our day, formal calls to ministry can seem ambiguous or even non-existent,” said Midwestern Seminary President Jason Allen. “In light of this, we are delighted for the opportunity to resource men and women seeking to take their next steps toward vocational gospel ministry through … [Read more...]
FTC Nashville focuses on SBC’s future ministry and mission
NASHVILLE (MBTS) – Focusing on the topic of the future of ministry and mission within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), Midwestern Seminary President Jason Allen moderated a panel discussion during the 6th annual For the Church Regional Micro-Conference held June 15 at the SBC annual meeting here. Nearly 1,000 attendees filled the room to hear an engaging discussion between Allen, Matt Carter, Ben Mandrell, Kevin Smith, Paul Chitwood, Ronnie Floyd, H.B. Charles, Jr., and Jared C. … [Read more...]
Moody Publishers releases ‘Succeeding at Seminary’ book by MBTS’s Allen
KANSAS CITY – Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary President Jason Allen released his latest book, Succeeding at Seminary: 12 Keys to Getting the Most Out of Your Theological Education, April 6. The book was published by Moody Publishers. The 114-page work features a collection of practical wisdom for those considering beginning in seminary or those who are just starting out. “I am grateful for the opportunity to publish a book I wish I had access to many years ago when I began in … [Read more...]
MBTS Spurgeon Library receives donation, releases latest ‘Lost Sermons’ volumes
KANSAS CITY – The Spurgeon Library at Midwestern Seminary recently added to its growing collection of resources courtesy of a generous donation from Leroy Cole, a former longtime pastor in the Flint, Michigan area. The donation adds hundreds of new volumes and historical artifacts to the Spurgeon Library, including original editions of Spurgeon’s own publications and secondary sources written about the 19th century Baptist preacher. Library curator Geoffrey Chang and the seminary were … [Read more...]
Midwestern Seminary trustees celebrate record enrollment, financial health
KANSAS CITY (MBTS) – For the first time since October 2019, President Jason Allen and members of Midwestern Seminary’s administration hosted the institution’s trustees on April 12. The meeting provided a context for key seminary updates and essential institutional business. Throughout the day, trustees received an array of seminary updates and conducted business at the committee level before the Board convened for its plenary session in the late afternoon. Spring enrollment and … [Read more...]
Midwestern Seminary launches Center for Biblical Counseling
KANSAS CITY – The previously announced Center for Biblical Counseling at Midwestern Seminary officially launched on March 10. The Center aims to “to provide students with opportunities to obtain and practically employ the skills necessary for soul care within the local church,” according to MBTS President Jason Allen. “Establishing this new outpost is a significant undertaking in the life of our institution. The Center, capably led by Dr. Dale Johnson, puts service in and through the local … [Read more...]