An announcement late Friday that Hardin-Simmons University is closing its Logsdon Seminary surprised faculty, raised questions and prompted protests from students, alumni and friends.
Logsdon Seminary will be shuttered: 7 Questions for Hardin-Simmons University’s president and trustees
Yes, these are hard times for theological education. But the closing of a second seminary founded by moderate Baptists feels like an abandonment of Baptists’ historic commitment to the effective preparation of ministers for congregational ministry.
Baptist theologian embarking on new mission field – interfaith work
Loving your neighbor as yourself is not just about loving your Christian neighbor as yourself, says Robert Sellers, outgoing chairman of the Parliament of the World’s Religions.
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Logsdon professor to lead global interfaith group
By Jeff Brumley Cooperative Baptist Fellowship leader Suzii Paynter describes Rob Sellers as a superb scholar dedicated to interfaith work. Roy Medley of the American Baptist Churches USA and the National Council of Churches lauds Sellers’ skill at building bridges…