Discover, connect, and serve with our fall 2025 events
As autumn approaches and a new academic year begins, Moravian University’s School of Theology is set to host a series of programs designed to inspire reflection, stimulate meaningful dialogue, and nurture the spiritual growth that defines our community.
This fall, we’re bringing together our community to celebrate Hispanic heritage, dive into conversations about art and social justice, explore fascinating questions of faith throughout history, and honor important milestones in our journey toward inclusion.
Come as you are – we’d love to have you join our community!
Upcoming Fall Events
Lunch in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 1 pm
The School of Theology will host a special lunch on Lancaster’s campus to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is set apart each year in special recognition of the contributions and influence of Hispanic culture to the nation’s history and culture. As we worship together throughout the month, we will join for a meal on Sept. 24 to reflect on the ways Hispanic culture has influenced our shared life together and to celebrate those members of our community who share Hispanic heritage. Join us for lunch in Mayer Common on Lancaster Theological Seminary’s campus to celebrate. This event is on-campus/in-person only.
Reserve your spot today
Art for Justice Event with Daniel Gwynn
Tuesday evening, Sept. 30
Please join the School of Theology and the Bethlehem Area Moravians as we welcome Daniel Gwynn, an artist who paints about his experience on Death Row in Pennsylvania for a crime he did not commit. Gwynn works with Art for Justice (artforjustice.org), an organization dedicated to addressing systemic flaws in the criminal justice system and promoting solutions for a more humane approach.
- Exhibit and Reception: 5 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Lobby
- Artist Talk: 6 p.m. in the Bahnson Center Saal
Moravians and the Evangelical Question
(Walter Vivian Moses Lecture)
Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 4 pm
For this year’s Walter Vivian Moses Lecture, we welcome Dr. Jared Burkholder, Professor of History at Grace College, to speak on “Moravians and the Evangelical Question.” The lecture series is named for the first dean of Moravian Theological Seminary, Bishop Walter Vivian Moses, and captures the deep history and theology of the Moravian Church. The event will be held on campus in Bethlehem with the option to join via Zoom.
Registrations available soon
Pride Anniversary Worship Service
Sunday, Nov. 9 at 4 pm
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Lancaster’s first LGBT Week (as we called it then). Join us on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 9, to celebrate our rich history and join in worship, led by special alumni, faculty, staff, and guests in Lancaster Seminary’s beautiful Santee Chapel. All alumni, students, and friends of LTS and the School of Theology are welcome!
Registrations available soon
Adaptive Change for Ministry
Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 pm
Change is inevitable. Ministry leaders face a rapidly shifting world. Join us as we hear from Dr. Sharon Ravitch about Adaptive Change and the Five Mindsets that empower Adaptive Leaders: Inquiry Mindset, Humanizing Mindset, Systems Mindset, Entrepreneurial Mindset, and Equity Mindset. Breakout groups to apply the principles of Adaptive Leadership to our particular ministry and leadership contexts will follow the keynote presentation.
Online only. Registrations available soon
School of Theology Book Launch and Author Chat
Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 4 pm
The School of Theology is proud to announce new books by Greg Carey (Associate Dean of the Lancaster campus and Professor of New Testament), Lee Barrett (Mary B. and Henry P. Stager Chair in Theology and Professor of Systematic Theology), and Darryl Stephens (Director of the Compass Lifelong Learning Program and Director of Methodist Studies). Join us as colleagues engage our authors to discuss what these books have to offer ministers, leaders, and other interested readers — like you!
Registrations available soon
For more information about our degree programs and upcoming events, visit moravian.edu/school-theology. We look forward to welcoming you into our community of caring hearts and thoughtful minds.