A program of the Institute for Applied Theology

Institute Events

Roots and Wings for Ministry Courses

Urban Theology: The Streets in Scripture: July 18-19 and August 1-2, 2008

Summer Seminar in the Smokies: July 20-24, 2008

Principles and Practices of Supervision: July 21-25, 2008

The Equipping Leader: Part 1: July 28 - August 1, 2008

Sixth Annual Preaching Retreat-Seminar: August 4-6, 2008

See United’s calendar for other seminary events

The Heinrich Center for Wellness Ministry and Education

Lunch and Learn March 2006The Heinrich Center for Wellness Ministry and Education is the newest Center in the Institute for Applied Theology.

Dedicated to preparing lay and ordained leaders for the healing ministry of the church, The Heinrich Center for Wellness Ministry and Education provides training, connections with community health education and services partners, and physical fitness resources for students, staff, faculty and members of the community.

Led by a roundtable of sixty-five members representing public, private, non-profit and faith-based constituents, the center seeks to promote the health and vitality of the church by modeling holistic approaches to health ministry, pastoral care, spiritual formation and Sabbath-keeping.

Lunch and Learn April 2006The center sponsors “Lunch and Learn: Fit for the Journey” series of events focused on healthy living. See the Institute News and Events list for dates and topics.

The Association of Theological Schools notes this distinctive strength of United Theological Seminary through “The strong emphasis on wellness and the partnership with other organizations devoted to mental and physical health.”

Community Resource Guide coverCommunity Resource Guide

A collection of local resources to help support your health and well-being

The Community Resource Guide (PDF file) is designed to be a service to all those who visit United Theological Seminary. Whether you are new to the Dayton area, a student, or a visitor, we welcome you.

We hope you this directory will serve as a useful tool in maintaining your health and well-being.

Contents

  • Local Hospitals and Urgent Care/Clinics
  • Emergency Numbers
  • Local Churches
  • Local Schools
  • Local Services
  • Local Employment Resources
  • Local Apartments and Realtors
  • Local Websites and Media

Institute Contacts

Elise Eslinger, Director of the Institute for Applied Theology

Dick Eslinger, Director of the Center for Worship, Preaching, and the Arts

Marilyn Evans and Roger Evans, Co-Directors of Pohly Center for Supervision and Leadership Formation

Michael Johnson, Director of the Center for Urban Ministry

Vickie Souvé, Director of Community Services

Lynda Weide, Coordinator of the Heinrich Center for Wellness Ministry and Education