Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM
FAITH TALKS: Where the Black Church Speaks
Hosted via Zoom | Register here: tinyurl.com/BCSFaithTalks
Zoom link will be provided after registration.
Questions? Email: bcs@lpts.edu
Join us for a virtual series that centers the voices, vision, and vitality of the Black Church. Each first Tuesday of the month, we'll be in conversation with pastors, scholars, creatives, and community leaders who are doing the work, living the truth, and shaping the future.
On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, join Bishop Teresa E. Snorton (MDiv '82) for an inspiring Faith Talk rooted in her book "Roots of Resilience: Black History Through the Eyes of Faith." Together, we will explore how the church can lift up Black history as sacred testimony–anchored in Scripture, forged through struggle, and sustained by enduring resilience. This timely conversation will equip congregations to teach with courage, remember with purpose, and move forward in faith toward justice and hope.
This is more than a seminar—it's a gathering of faith, wisdom, and sacred dialogue. Whether you’re clergy, laity, alum, or just hungry for a space that feeds both soul and mind, you belong here.
Pull up to the screen. Tune into the truth. Engage the tradition.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
EXPERIENCE LPTS: JOIN US FOR YOUR IMMERSIVE CAMPUS VISIT
Are you discerning a call to ministry? Considering a career as a therapist, pastor, or chaplain? 🤔
What to Expect:
- Sit in on classes and experience our academic community
- Worship and fellowship with our vibrant seminary neighborhood
- Tour our beautiful campus and learn about the admissions process
- Connect with alums, students, and faculty over lunch
This event will lead into the Grawemeyer Lecture presented by Candida Moss, winner of the 2026 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. The lecture entitled "Invisible Hands: Enslaved Christians, Collaboration, and the Making of Early Christianity," will be held at 7:00 p.m. with a meet & greet reception with book signing to follow.
Don't miss this opportunity to explore your call to ministry within a supportive and empowering community! 💪 Please email admissions@lpts.edu for more information.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Lecture | 8:30 PM Meet & Greet Reception with Book Signing
2026 GRAWEMEYER LECTURE: "Invisible Hands: Enslaved Christians, Collaboration, and the Making of Early Christianity," presented by Candida Moss
Based on her 2026 Grawemeyer Religion award winning book, "God's Ghostwriters: Enslaved Christians and the Making of the Bible," Moss' lecture will reveal how enslaved Christians - scribes, readers, and collaborators - were indispensable to the production, circulation, and authority of early Christian texts, even as their labor was rendered invisible in later tradition. It will reframe early Christianity not as the work of apostles and bishops but as a collective enterprise shaped by the work and ingenuity of a wider group of invisible and uncredited actors.
Caldwell Chapel + lpts.edu/watchlive
This hybrid lecture is FREE & open to the public.
Registration required.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
THE SUN-WALKING (VIRTUAL) STUDIO How to Create and Sustain a Podcast with Artist, Podcasters & Workshop Leaders: Tracy Clayton & Marthame Sanders
To learn more or to register for this FREE event, Click here.
Saturday, April 30, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon; $50 per person
CHAOS MINISTRY: INTERGENERATIONAL WORSHIP IN SMALL CHURCHES
Imagine worship that brings together every generation—children, youth, adults, and elders—through creativity, movement, and art. Imagine a space where everyone feels included, inspired, and able to participate fully.
Our upcoming Lifelong Learning workshop is designed just for faith leaders like you—especially those serving small or limited-resource churches. You don't need a big budget or a large team to foster broad participation in your worship services. You just need a willingness to try something new.
In this workshop, you will:
- Discover simple, creative ways to make worship more engaging
- Learn how to include people of all ages and abilities
- Explore hands-on, art-filled practices you can use right away
- Connect with other leaders who share your passion
This is a welcoming, practical, and energizing experience. You’ll leave with ideas, tools, and renewed excitement for your ministry.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM
FAITH TALKS: Where the Black Church Speaks
Hosted via Zoom | Register here: tinyurl.com/BCSFaithTalks
Zoom link will be provided after registration.
Questions? Email: bcs@lpts.edu
Join us for a virtual series that centers the voices, vision, and vitality of the Black Church. Each first Tuesday of the month, we'll be in conversation with pastors, scholars, creatives, and community leaders who are doing the work, living the truth, and shaping the future.
This is more than a seminar—it's a gathering of faith, wisdom, and sacred dialogue. Whether you’re clergy, laity, alum, or just hungry for a space that feeds both soul and mind, you belong here.
Pull up to the screen. Tune into the truth. Engage the tradition.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
FESTIVAL OF SACRED MUSIC
More info coming soon!
Friday, May 15, 2026, 4:00 PM
Baccalaureate Service
More info coming soon!
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM
Commencement Service
More info coming soon!
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM
FAITH TALKS: Where the Black Church Speaks
Hosted via Zoom | Register here: tinyurl.com/BCSFaithTalks
Zoom link will be provided after registration.
Questions? Email: bcs@lpts.edu
Join us for a virtual series that centers the voices, vision, and vitality of the Black Church. Each first Tuesday of the month, we'll be in conversation with pastors, scholars, creatives, and community leaders who are doing the work, living the truth, and shaping the future.
This is more than a seminar—it's a gathering of faith, wisdom, and sacred dialogue. Whether you’re clergy, laity, alum, or just hungry for a space that feeds both soul and mind, you belong here.
Pull up to the screen. Tune into the truth. Engage the tradition.