UCC
Churches and Seminaries in Partnership
4 Equipping God's People for Ministry
4 Providing Financial Support for Theological Education
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago, United and Eden Seminaries
What does "CUE" stand for ?CUE is the acronym that stands for: C: Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, IL U: United Theological Seminary, St. Paul, MN E: Eden Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO Back to TopHow many students are currently attending these seminaries?For the 2008-09 academic year: Chicago: Total enrollment, 210 students; 123 FTE (full-time equivalent) United: Total enrollment, 197 students; 91 FTE Eden: Total enrollment, 213 students; 108 FTE Back to TopWhat is the current tuition at each seminary?For the 2008-09 academic year: Chicago: $10,944 United: $12,300 Eden: $11,600 Back to TopWhat is the current cost to each seminary per student per year?For the 2008-09 academic year: Chicago: $33,345 United: $37,800 Eden: $38,288 Back to TopWhat can my church do to help support theological education at these seminaries?Churches are encouraged to make support for theological education a priority in their annual budgets and/or take a special offering in support of theological education each year. All gifts may be sent through each local conference or mailed directly to: CUE FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR Michelle Turnau PO Box 120357 St. Paul, MN 55112 phone: 651-255-6117 fax: 651-633-4315 email: mturnau@unitedseminary.edu Back to TopHow can we arrange for a speaker from one of these seminaries to come to our conference, association or local church gathering?Please contact the CUE regional seminary staff representative at each seminary: Meredith
Onion
Kathleen
Remund phone:
651-255-6112
Doni
Driemeier-Showers How can I find out about continuing education opportunities at each seminary?Check the seminary websites below and/or contact the seminaries directly: Contact:
Meredith Onion
Contact: Cindi Beth Johnson phone:
651-255-6137
Contact:
Continuing Education toll-free:
877-627-5651
Back to TopWhat can my church do to help someone considering a vocation in ministry?Individuals who are interested pursuing a vocation in ministry should be encouraged to check browse each seminary's website and/or contact the admissions offices of our seminaries for more information. Those who are discerning a call to ministry can be encouraged to follow the links listed in response to the next questions, below.
Contact: Lin Sanford Keppert, Director of Admissions
Contact: Glen Herrington-Hall, Director of Admissions
phone: 651-255-6107 - or- 800-937-1316
Contact: Carol Shanks, Director of Admissions
Back to TopHow do I know if God might be calling me to ordained or specialized leadership in the church?Discerning a call to ministry is exciting and sometimes confusing! Seek God's guidance through prayer. Share your questions with your pastor or another trusted mentor or friend. Visit the seminary websites to learn more about preparation for ministry. Visit the following websites for stories, insights and information from other recent seminary graduates: www.exploreministry.org - Stories and information provided through the Fund for Theological Education. www.askthequestion.org - Exploring God's Call to Ministry in the United Church of Christ Back to TopHow do I find a United Church of Christ church in my area?No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome in the United Church of Christ. The Church Locator can help you locate a United Church of Christ church in your area. Back to Top |
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