Community Life

Convocation

Leland Seminary begins each new academic year with Convocation. It is an introduction to the school for students, their families and friends, and an opportunity to inaugurate the new school year by worshipping together. This event features an address delivered by a visiting speaker. A reception follows.

Orientation

Orientation is an opportunity for new students to obtain valuable information regarding the coming year and their time of study at Leland. It is also a time to begin new relationships with other Leland students, staff and faculty. Orientation is required for all first year students.

Christmas Service

The Christmas service is held early in December. It is a festive time of worship and fellowship let by students. A reception follows.

Theological Society

Students, faculty, and local churches are invited to engage in rigorous academic and professional reflection on contemporary issues and challenges facing Christian ministry. Society meetings typically include a presentation by a visiting speaker followed by discussion.

Check the website home page and the Leland Logos e-newsletter for upcoming times and dates.

Leland and the Arts

Leland and the Arts is a program highlighting the arts in the discussion of theological issues. Through various programs, guest artists and student participation, Leland students and the community are able to engage in this dialogue together.

President’s Forum

The President’s Forum is an informal fellowship meeting where students can express their opinions and concerns openly with the President, staff and faculty.

The Leland Ministry Forum

The Leland Ministry Forum is a quarterly meeting of Leland alums and students who have ministerial responsibilities in local churches or ministry organizations. The purpose of the meetings is to analyze and discuss issues related to ministry and seek solutions to problems and challenges that arise in ministry settings. The intent of the Forum is to serve as a resource for ministerial students and graduates for advise, counsel, collaboration, and exploration of ministry. The Forum is led by experienced Leland faculty.