BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary - ECPv5.15.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.garrett.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20250723T205055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T205055Z UID:29809-1781827200-1781913599@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Juneteenth holiday DESCRIPTION:No classes; offices closed URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/juneteenth-holiday-3/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Institutional Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20251030T030754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T235430Z UID:31639-1779987600-1780153200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Notes of Rest Retreat + May 28-30\, 2026  DESCRIPTION:The Notes of Rest Retreat will be a time of extended reflection on your sabbath practice as a means of spiritual transformation. \nLed by artist-theologian Julian Davis Reid and in partnership with Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, we’ll receive from God through classical spiritual disciplines such as sacred reading and extended silence as well as through engagement with the riches of the Black American musical tradition\, both expressed in restful solo piano and an engaging live concert. Jesus has promised to give us rest for our souls amidst the work that is ours to do; let us therefore receive and give notes one to another. Cost includes meals\, housing\, and programming. \nDate: May 28-30\, 2026 \nTime: 5pm Friday to 3pm Saturday \nCost: $400 with sliding scale available. Covers meals\, housing and programming. Only 50 spots available. \nLocation: Garrett Seminary \nRegistration Deadline: May 27\, 2026 URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/notes-of-rest-retreat-may-28-30-2026/ LOCATION:Garrett Collective CATEGORIES:Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CORRECTED-Notes-of-Rest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20250723T205005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T205005Z UID:29807-1779148800-1779235199@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Last day for Summer Term Registration DESCRIPTION:4 weeks before course start (per course). URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/last-day-for-summer-term-registration-3/ CATEGORIES:Academic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260407T204533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T164533Z UID:34471-1778230800-1778230800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:170th Commencement DESCRIPTION:Commencement Ceremony\nLocation: Alice Millar Chapel\nAddress: 1870 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\nTime: 9:00 a.m. \nWe’re honored to announce that the Reverend Dr. Willie James Jennings will be the speaker for the Commencement ceremony. Along with being our Commencement speaker\, Dr. Jennings will be one of Garrett’s Honorary Degree recipients this year. \nDr. Willie James Jennings is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Theology and Africana Studies at Yale University Divinity School. Dr. Jennings is the author of several award winning books\, including The Christian Imagination: Theology and the Origins of Race published by Yale University Press\, and a Commentary on the Book of Acts published by WJK Press\, as well as the book\, After Whiteness: An Education in Belonging. Dr. Jennings is completing work on a book entitled Jesus and the Displaced: Race\, Theology\, and the Built Environment. In addition to being a frequent lecturer at colleges\, universities\, and seminaries\, Dr. Jennings is also a regular workshop leader at conferences. He is also a consultant for the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion\, and for the Association of Theological Schools. \nReception\nImmediately following Commencement\nLocation: Loder Hall and Library Terrace (weather permitting)\nAddress: Garrett Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston \nParking\nThe Garrett parking lot will be open on a first come\, first served basis. \nAdditional Parking:\nChurch Street Parking Garage: 525 Church Street\, Evanston\nChicago Avenue between Clark Street and Church Street (one block from Alice Millar Chapel) \nStreet Parking:\nStreet parking is available in designated areas; please use the Park Evanston app where indicated by posted signage. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/170th-commencement/ LOCATION:Alice Millar Chapel\, 1870 Sheridan Rd\, Evanston\, Illinois\, 60208 CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Community Event,Featured Event,Institutional Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Commencement.png ORGANIZER;CN="Garrett-Evangelical%20Theological%20Seminary":MAILTO:mary.arents@garrett.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20250723T204710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T204710Z UID:29805-1777939200-1778025599@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Last day of Spring term DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/last-day-of-spring-term-3/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T143000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260306T181444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T193738Z UID:34181-1777640400-1777645800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Faculty Sabbatical Presentation - Anne Joh DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Faculty Sabbatical Presentation with Anne Joh entitled\, “Doing Requiem for the Dead and Living: a workshop” on May 1\, 1:00-2:30 in Main 205 and on Teams. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/faculty-sabbatical-presentation-anne-joh/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Anne-Joh-Sabbatical-Presentation-I.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T180000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260424T210400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T210400Z UID:34935-1777626000-1777658400@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Away From Home: A Pastoral Counseling & Pastoral Theology Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:All MAPCC and Pastoral Theology\, Personality\, and Culture PhD Students\, please join us on Friday\, May 1st for a one-day conference with the theme of “Away From Home.” \nOur sense of home is impacted by\, and impacts\, how we show up in a space\, and for you\, our counseling and pastoral theology students\, this is particularly of critical importance because one of the spaces we are called to is the clinical and therapeutic. During this gathering\, we hope you will explore and consider what it means to care for and as those who often feel away from home as we celebrate and learn from one another. \nWhile the event is free and available to MAPCC and PTPC PhD students\, please be sure to register in advance so that we can account for the number of meals and dietary restrictions. Thank you! URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/away-from-home-gathering/ LOCATION:Main 205 CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Away-From-Home.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260121T225148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T225148Z UID:33063-1777622400-1777654800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Mini-Course: Resources for Ethical Ministry in a Digital World DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/resources-for-ethical-ministry-in-a-digital-world/ CATEGORIES:Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ministry-in-a-Digital-World.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260212T180215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T180216Z UID:33666-1777464000-1777467600@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Mock Class with Dr. Brooke Lester DESCRIPTION:What does it look like to be in a graduate level class? What does it feel like to take a seminary course? \nIf you have ever wondered\, we invite you join us to experience a mock class from one of Garrett’s acclaimed faculty members. Register to experience a taste of theological education at Garrett with Dr. Brooke Lester\, Associate Professor of Hebrew Scriptures and Director of Digital Learning. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/mock-class-with-dr-brooke-lester/ CATEGORIES:Admissions Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Brooke-Lester-Mock-Class.png ORGANIZER;CN="Admissions":MAILTO:getadmitted@garrett.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260130T191819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191920Z UID:33430-1777449600-1777741200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Shifting the Atmosphere: Where Worship Ignites and Leadership Fuels Revival DESCRIPTION:Do you believe that God is doing a new thing within and beyond the walls of the church? Are you a pastor/preacher\, musician\, choir director or member\, a sacred dancer\, or a children’s ministry leader who wants to be part of God’s game-changing work? \n  \nIf so\, plan now to join us in Dallas\, April 29-May 2\, 2026\, for a first-ever collaborative coaching event co-lead by Strengthening the Black Church for the 21st Century\, an initiative of the United Methodist Church Discipleship Ministries. \n  \nRegistration is open for this worship and ministry leaders’ event\, “Shifting the Atmosphere. Where Worship Ignites and Leadership Fuels Revival.” URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/shifting-the-atmosphere-2026/ LOCATION:Hamilton Park UMC\, Hamilton Park UMC\, Dallas\, TX\, United States CATEGORIES:Centers and Institutes Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Shifting-the-Atmosphere-Horizontal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260410T215018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T215018Z UID:34609-1777377600-1777381200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:CAAM's End of the Year / Graduation Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the end of the year and our amazing Asian descent graduates! We will celebrate with meal fellowship\, words of wisdom from our elders\, and the roping ceremony. \nDate: April 28th\nTime: 12-1:00 PM CST\nLocation: Main 205 and Online (link sent after registration) \nPlease RSVP by April 21st through the link below! URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/caams-2026-graduation-celebration/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Centers and Institutes Event,Community Event,Institutional Event,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CAAM-2026-End-of-Year.png ORGANIZER;CN="Center%20for%20Asian%2FAsian%20American%20Ministry":MAILTO:dong.jeong@garrett.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20251030T041628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143750Z UID:32832-1777316400-1777320000@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Financial Leadership for Congregations DESCRIPTION:Discover how Missional Clarity\, Trust and Financial Integrity impact Generosity. Acquire powerful tools and leadership skills to increase missional relevance and partnerships\, to clarify financial roles and responsibilities and to implement sound financial practices in your ministry setting. Meets online: Feb 2\, Feb 16\, March 2\, March 16\, March 30\, April 13\, April 27. [Sliding Scale available.] URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/financial-leadership-for-congregations/2026-04-27/ LOCATION:Online | Zoom CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Financial-Leadership-for-Congregations-Spring-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T153000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260313T165418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T183704Z UID:34232-1776970800-1777044600@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Catédra Paulo Freire 2026 - Revolutionary Power of Art DESCRIPTION:Catédra Paulo Freire 2026\nRevolutionary Power of Art\nAPRIL 23-24\nThe Catédra Paulo Freire at Garrett Theological Seminary is hosting an event titled The Revolutionary Power of Art\, an interdisciplinary gathering that explores art as a transformative force in spiritual life\, community healing\, political struggle\, and public pedagogy. Inspired by the emancipatory vision of Paulo Freire\, this event centers art not as ornament or entertainment\, but as a vital site of consciousness\, dialogue\, and liberation. In a time marked by social fragmentation\, racialized violence\, economic precarity\, and spiritual dislocation\, art emerges as a radical practice of remembering\, healing\, and collective reimagining. \nYou are warmly invited to this special celebration marking our 10th Anniversary- a milestone made possible by a decade of shared vision\, commitment\, and community. To commemorate this occasion\, we are honored to welcome Dr. Antonia Darder as our guest speaker. She is an international scholar\, activist\, and artist known for her intellectual depth and unwavering commitment to justice. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/catedra-paulo-freire-2026/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Centers and Institutes Event,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Catedra-2026-II.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260306T180242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201213Z UID:34178-1776769200-1776769200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Faculty Sabbatical Presentation - Dong Hyeon Jeong DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Faculty Sabbatical Presentation with Dong Hyeon Jeong entitled\, “Rhizomatic Emergence of Lives Thereafter: Ruminating the Other Voices of the Nonhumans in the New Testament” on April 21\, 11:00-11:50 in Main 205 and on Teams. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/faculty-sabbatical-presentation-dong-hyeon-jeong/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Faculty-Sabbatical-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T103000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260320T170844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T171146Z UID:34330-1776589200-1776594600@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Antiracism as Daily Practice: Refusing Shame\, Changing White Communities DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Sunday\, April 19th\, 9AM \nLocation: Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church\, 511 Groveland Ave\, Minneapolis\, Art Gallery \nWe’ll discuss why white people struggle with the “what to do?” about racism and explore the significance of grief and anger—as well as the harmful role of shame. \nWe’ll reckon with the needed transformation to become the partners in justice Black communities and other communities of color need and deserve. Such transformation isn’t only vital to the well-being of U.S. democracy\, it’s vital to the freedom and wholeness of white people too. \n\n  \nRev. Dr. Jennifer Harvey is a writer and education working in racial justice and white antiracism. Her books include the New York Times bestseller Raising White Kids: Bringing Up Children in Racially Unjust America and Dear White Christians: For Those Still Longing for Racial Reconciliation. Dr. Harvey has written for the New York Times and CNN\, and appeared on CNN’s Town Hall on Racism with Sesame Street and Good Morning America. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/antiracism-as-daily-practice/ LOCATION:Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church\, 511 Groveland Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States CATEGORIES:Centers and Institutes Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Antiracism-as-Daily-Practice.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260120T214500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164934Z UID:32871-1776502800-1776524400@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:For All Creation: A Day with Matthew Fox\, Kelly Sherman-Conroy\, and Will Allen DESCRIPTION:  \nHow widening the circles of spiritual & practical care can reconnect us to the Earth and one another. \nDate & Time: Saturday\, April 18th\, 9am-3pm \nLocation: Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church\, 511 Groveland Ave\, Minneapolis \nThe ongoing climate catastrophe isn’t just an ecological crisis—it’s a spiritual crisis\, too. If we wish to turn away from the life-degrading systems harming creation and treating humans and non-human kin as disposable\, we must reconsider and reimagine the theological worldviews that have driven that history. How might we cultivate regenerative beliefs and practices for inter-belonging to repair our fraying social and ecological fabric? This April\, join a landmark gathering at Hennepin Ave. United Methodist Church in downtown Minneapolis\, MN\, where we will explore how widening the circles of spiritual & practical care can reconnect us to the Earth and to one another for the sake of a more life-sustaining and just future. The gathering will meld body\, mind\, and heart\, offering space to worship\, learn\, dialogue in small groups\, and break bread together. We’re delighted to host three transformative educator-practitioners — Dr. Matthew Fox\, Dr. Kelly Sherman-Conroy\, and Will Allen — who will inspire us to reimagine how we might think\, pray\, and act on our way to the restoration of our shared planetary home. Mary Plaster and Timothy Frantzich will weave their gifts of art and music throughout the day. \nPlease\, bring your fullest self and join this remarkable convening. \n**This event will be both in person or you can join a livestream** \nClick here to register! \nSchedule \n\n8:30 – Continental Breakfast \n9:00 – Welcome \n9:15 – Matthew Fox: A Christianity for All Creation \n10:45 – Break \n11:00 – Kelly Sherman Conroy: The Dakota Way for All Creation \n12:30 – Catered Lunch \n1:30 – Will Allen: Growing Food for All Creation \n3:00 – Closing/Blessing \n\n  \n \nDr. Matthew Fox holds a doctorate in spirituality from the Institut Catholique de Paris and has authored 40 books on spirituality and contemporary culture that have been translated into 60 languages. Fox has devoted 45 years to developing and teaching the tradition of Creation Spirituality and in doing so has reinvented forms of education and worship.  His work is inclusive of today’s science and world spiritual traditions and has awakened millions to the much neglected earth-based mystical tradition of the West. Among his books are Original Blessing\, The Coming of the Cosmic Christ\, The Reinvention of Work\, A Spirituality Named Compassion and Meister Eckhart: A Mystic-Warrior for Our Times. Fox founded the University of Creation Spirituality in Oakland\, California in 1996 where he was President and professor until 2005. \n\n \nDr. Kelly Sherman-Conroy\, a proud member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe\, is a dynamic storyteller\, poet\, lover of all forms of art\, dedicated mom\, and scholar. As the first Native woman to earn a PhD in theology within the ELCA\, she offers a groundbreaking blend of Indigenous spirituality and Christian teachings\, opening paths to healing and reconciliation across cultures. Kelly teaches at Augsburg University and St. Olaf College\, guiding students in social justice\, spirituality\, and racial reparations through an Indigenous lens. As a pastor at All Nations Indian Church\, she provides spiritual leadership\, creating a safe space for growth and community. She is also a convener of the Twin Cities Interfaith Movement\, where she has trained over 400 chaplains since the George Floyd uprisings. A nationally and internationally sought-after speaker\, Kelly’s wisdom on healing\, justice\, and spiritual connection resonates with diverse audiences. Her life and work inspire real\, lasting change\, empowering others to embrace the sacredness of every person and every part of creation. \n\nWill  Allen is an urban farmer who is transforming the planning\, cultivation\, production and delivery of organic\, healthy food to urban and rural populations.  As the son of a southern sharecropper and former professional basketball player\, ex-corporate sales leader and longtime farmer\, he is recognized as a national/international leader in urban and rural agriculture and food policy.  After a career in professional basketball and a number of years in corporate sales and marketing at Proctor & Gamble\, Will returned to his roots as a farmer in 1993 and purchased the last remaining registered farm in the City of Milwaukee\, where he established and functions as farmer\, Founder and CEO of the world’s preeminent urban farm and for-profit organization: Will’s Roadside Farms & Markets. In 2008\, Allen was a John D. and Katherine T. MacArthur Foundation Fellow and “genius grant” winner.  In 2010\, Time Magazine named Allen to its list of 100 World’s Most Influential People. Will Allen continues to do his work at Will’s Roadside Farms and Markets in Milwaukee\, WI to bring Good Food to people all over the world to help end poverty.  Many people call Will Allen the modern-day George Washington Carver. \n\n \nMary Plaster is a world-traveled\, trans-disciplinary artist/activist who has blended studio/theatre art and world spirituality/activism for several decades within diverse communities. She employs mostly up-cycled materials to create in an impressive range of scale\, most recently at the international Parliament of the World Religions. Mary is founder/artistic director of Duluth All Souls Night (since 2008)\, a multicultural November arts festival transforming grief. \n  \n  \n  \n\nTimothy Frantzich as been making music in Minnesota for the last four decades\, believing that common folk singing together is the most powerful and beautiful sound in the universe. He’s played on the stages of 1st Ave and the Uptown Bar. He’s made vinyl records. He’s traveled to the UK four times with his brother. He has sung on A Prairie Home Companion\, and for the last seven years he has been most passionate about community singing. He leads a free weekly song Circle on Saturday mornings in Minneapolis called “Perfection-Free Community singing\,” where all are welcome. He writes: “These last months in Minnesota have been so meaningful because we share songs that allow us to collectively grieve\, feel vulnerable\, express joy\, and love on each other. I’m ecstatic to join this gathering to lift our voices together.” URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/for-all-creation-a-day-with-matthew-fox-kelly-sherman-conroy-and-will-allen/ LOCATION:Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church\, 511 Groveland Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States CATEGORIES:Centers and Institutes Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/REVISED-For-All-Creation-poster-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Center%20for%20Ecological%20Regeneration":MAILTO:timothy.eberhart@garrett.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260327T204241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T204242Z UID:34420-1776427200-1776434400@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Let's Talk Careers: Speed Networking DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an online only Let’s Talk Careers: Speed Networking event on Friday\, April 17 (12-2 pm). Representatives from Northern IL annual conference\, Northwestern University\, and Free Recovery Community Chicago will be present to provide guidance on how to pursue traditional and non-traditional pathways in ministry in the Church\, campus ministries\, and not-for-profit organizations. Please note this event is online only. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/lets-talk-careers-speed-networking/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Event,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Lets-Talk-Careers.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T133000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260327T211216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T211217Z UID:34428-1776340800-1776346200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Vital Conversations on Immigration with Dr. Anna Johnson DESCRIPTION:The Garrett community is invited to participate in a lunch and learn series called Vital Conversations on Immigration made available to us through GCORR. “The Vital Conversations on Immigration series was developed to… explore a sacred calling: a Church that embodies justice\, mercy\, and hospitality… each session invites you into deeper reflection on the realities of immigration today\, guided by the voices of faith leaders\, theologians\, advocates\, and immigrants themselves.” Dr. Anna Johnson will facilitate our second session on the topic\, “Why do people migrate?” Join us in-person or online for lunch and conversation on this vitally important topic. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/vital-conversations-on-immigration-with-dr-anna-johnson/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Vital-Conversations-Johnson.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20251030T041628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143749Z UID:32831-1776106800-1776110400@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Financial Leadership for Congregations DESCRIPTION:Discover how Missional Clarity\, Trust and Financial Integrity impact Generosity. Acquire powerful tools and leadership skills to increase missional relevance and partnerships\, to clarify financial roles and responsibilities and to implement sound financial practices in your ministry setting. Meets online: Feb 2\, Feb 16\, March 2\, March 16\, March 30\, April 13\, April 27. [Sliding Scale available.] URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/financial-leadership-for-congregations/2026-04-13/ LOCATION:Online | Zoom CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Financial-Leadership-for-Congregations-Spring-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260327T202903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T202903Z UID:34417-1775667600-1775667600@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION:Join us for an all-day Easter Egg hunt on Wednesday\, April 8 across Garrett’s campus! Find as many eggs as you can and bring them to Community Meal in Loder at 5:00pm – the person who finds the most eggs will win a prize! URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/easter-egg-hunt/ LOCATION:Loder Hall CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Easter-Egg-Hunt.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260209T153907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T153909Z UID:33627-1775649600-1775653200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Mock Class with Dr. Kenneth Ngwa DESCRIPTION:What does it look like to be in a graduate level class? What does it feel like to take a seminary course? \nIf you have ever wondered\, we invite you join us to experience a mock class on April 8th at 12PM CT from one of Garrett’s acclaimed faculty members. Register to experience a taste of theological education at Garrett with Dr. Kenneth Ngwa\, Donald J. Casper Professor of Hebrew Bible and African Biblical Hermeneutics and Director of the Religion and Global Health Forum. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/mock-class-with-dr-kenneth-ngwa/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Admissions Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ngwa-Mock-Biblical-Studies-Class.png ORGANIZER;CN="Admissions":MAILTO:getadmitted@garrett.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260327T201213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T201213Z UID:34412-1775647800-1775653200@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:A Student Salon: The Rise of Religious Nationalism DESCRIPTION:Unlike a lecture where a professor speaks to students\, a salon is a peer-to-peer exchange of ideas. Even if you fundamentally disagree with someone you must do so with wit and grace\, not anger. This salon will focus on the rise of religious nationalism as a global phenomenon. What is it? Where is it? Who is it? Why is it? \nThe facilitators of this salon will be: \n\nBarry E. Bryant is the Associate Professor of United Methodist Wesleyan Studies. He has taught “Race: America’s True Religion” and has led student groups to the Occupied Palestinian Territory of the West Bank.\nPaula Roderick\, is an attorney focusing on Employment Discrimination and Civil Rights Attorney; a member of Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression\, Black 4 Palestine\, the Steering Committee for UM Kairos Response. \n\nThe Rev. Neal Christie is a consultant to the United Methodist\, Wespath Benefits around issues of divestment; the cofounder of The Religious Nationalisms Project\, a ministry of the New York State Council of Churches; and\, a 2025-26 Civil Society Fellow with the Institute for Islamic\, Christian\, and Jewish Studies URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/a-student-salon-the-rise-of-religious-nationalism/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Student-Salon.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260327T210218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210219Z UID:34424-1775561400-1775566800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Let's Talk Globally: Invisible Mask - Clergy Sexual Misconduct\, Trauma\, and Intercultural Pastoral Care DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ahyun Lee on her new book\, Protestant Clergy Sexual Misconduct and Intercultural Pastoral Care: Invisible Mask. In this book talk\, Dr. Lee explores how clergy sexual misconduct is shaped not only by individual actions\, but also by abusive theology\, cultural silence\, and institutional power. Grounded in pastoral theology\, intercultural care\, and trauma-informed psychotherapy\, this conversation will reflect on how churches and theological communities can better honor victim-survivors’ dignity\, resist harmful theological narratives\, and cultivate practices of justice\, healing\, and accountable care. \nDate: April 7\, 2026\nTime: 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM CT\nLocation: Main 205 and Online URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/invisible-mask/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Community Event,Featured Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Lets-Talk-Globally-Invisible-Mask.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20251029T234836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T234836Z UID:31623-1775205000-1775228400@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Via Crucis | Way of the Cross 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join in the Good Friday Procession (Pilsen Via Crusis) in Pilsen as we connect the Garrett community to a vibrant religious tradition rooted in Hispanic culture\, invites theological reflection on experiential learning\, and builds community between participants. Participants are expected to join a pre-meeting on March 21 from 7:30-9pm (virtually)\, join the procession on April 3 (arriving in Pilsen in Chicago at 8am and leaving the community around 2pm)\, and participate in a post-experience reflection. Experience includes about 2.5 miles of walking (wheelchairs and strollers joyfully welcomed) and lunch together. Registration fee covers pre-meeting\, lunch\, and costs of the procession itself. If you have questions regarding this event\, please contact the rev. dr. abby mohaupt at abby.mohaupt@garrett.edu. Date: April 3\, 2026 Time: Starts at 8:45 am and ends after a lunchtime reflection\, around 1:30 pm. Cost: $50 with sliding scale available. Covers lunch and pre-event programming. Location:The Pilsen Neighborhood\, Chicago\, IL. Exact location to be provided to those who register. Registration Deadline: March 30\, 2026 URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/via-crucis-way-of-the-cross-2026/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Garrett Collective Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260121T224829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224829Z UID:33060-1775203200-1775224800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Via Crucis 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join in the Good Friday Procession (Pilsen Via Crusis) in Pilsen connects the Garrett community to a vibrant religious tradition rooted in Hispanic culture\, invites theological reflection on experiential learning\, and builds community between participants. \nParticipants are expected to join a pre-meeting on March 21 from 7:30-9pm (virtually)\, join the procession on April 3 (arriving in Pilsen in Chicago at 8am and leaving the community around 2pm)\, and participate in a post-experience reflection. \nExperience includes about 2.5 miles of walking (wheelchairs and strollers joyfully welcomed) and lunch together. Registration fee covers pre-meeting\, lunch\, and costs of the procession itself. $50 cost\, sliding scale. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/via-crucis-2026/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Via-Crucis-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20250723T204415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T204415Z UID:29803-1775088000-1775174399@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday and Good Friday DESCRIPTION:No Classes; Offices Closed URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/maundy-thursday-and-good-friday-3/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Institutional Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20250723T204011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T204011Z UID:29799-1775037600-1775062800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Registration for Summer and Fall Begins DESCRIPTION:Registration opens for all students. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/registration-for-summer-and-fall-begins-6/ LOCATION:Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Academic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260121T223854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223855Z UID:33057-1775030400-1775062800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Mini-Course: Antiracism for Church Leaders DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/mini-course-antiracism-for-church-leaders/ CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Antiracism-for-Church-Leaders.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20260227T212615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212616Z UID:33951-1774958400-1774962000@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Graduating International Students: Preparing for Life after Seminary DESCRIPTION:Garrett international students are invited to a special lunch and learn intended especially for graduating international students but open to all international students. Learn about navigating the F-1 OPT process\, potential visa options after completion of OPT\, leaving behind student housing and navigating the US Housing Market\, and managing financial resources to reach long-term goals. URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/graduating-international-students-preparing-for-life-after-seminary/ LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Preparing-for-Life-After.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T060854 CREATED:20251030T041628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143748Z UID:32830-1774897200-1774900800@www.garrett.edu SUMMARY:Financial Leadership for Congregations DESCRIPTION:Discover how Missional Clarity\, Trust and Financial Integrity impact Generosity. Acquire powerful tools and leadership skills to increase missional relevance and partnerships\, to clarify financial roles and responsibilities and to implement sound financial practices in your ministry setting. Meets online: Feb 2\, Feb 16\, March 2\, March 16\, March 30\, April 13\, April 27. [Sliding Scale available.] URL:https://www.garrett.edu/event/financial-leadership-for-congregations/2026-03-30/ LOCATION:Online | Zoom CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Garrett Collective Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.garrett.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Financial-Leadership-for-Congregations-Spring-2026.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR