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A ministry alternative for Catholics

Permanent deacons and their formation

By Andrew H. Stern

In the 1960s, permanent deacons returned to the scene in the Catholic Church. How do they prepare for their unique ministry?

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Open to the unexpected

Three profiles in vocation

By Melinda R. Heppe

Steve Koenig, Stanton Trotter, and Kyle Becchetti feel called by God to serve, but their pathways haven't always been straight.

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The changing nature of vocation

Forming new pastoral leaders for a new world

By Matt Forster

Today, students often enter theological schools uncertain of their vocation. With help, seminaries are adapting to the new reality.

Wing on wing

Our common vocation

By Christa R. Klein

Commentary on point from In Trust president Christa R. Klein.

Spirit matters

A vocation for sainthood

By Melinda R. Heppe

The view from Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, by contributing editor Melinda R. Heppe.

Field notes

The effectiveness of theological schools through the eyes of graduates

By Jon Hooten

An overview of the latest study from the Auburn Center for the Study of Theological Education.

Changing scenes

By Emilie Babcox

Recent news from the world of seminary education.

Books

Wise words: Voices from the church on vocation and calling

By Chris R. Armstrong

A review of two anthologies about vocation: Callings, edited by William C. Placher, and Leading Lives That Matter, edited by Mark R. Schwehn and Dorothy C. Bass.

Focus on governance

Elevating trustee education

By Holly G. Miller

Board training moves from postscript to prominence.

Deus ex machina

Online surveys: Learning "which half"

By Mark Sullivan

How boards can use technology to get the feedback they need.

Battlefield appreciation

Chaplain Stanton D. Trotter is a captain in the United States Army.

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