Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan

09/04/2026

This week, we kicked off our new teaching series for the semester: "Genealogy: Formed in the Communion of the Saints"!

Dr. Ron Kastens did a wonderful job introducing our new topic, and as always, students were leading in all kinds of ways, from Bible reading, worship, prayer, and running behind-the-scenes production. It's a blessing to see the entire body of Emmanuel united in service and faith each week!

For many Emmanuel students, chapel provides a way to practice and refine the skills they will be using or currently use in thier ministry roles! It's just one of the ways Emmanuel Christian Seminary blends both rigorous theological education and practical experience to form the next leaders in ministry.

08/31/2026

Our new students (and faculty) had some fun in the sun last weekend!

Emmanuel students, staff, faculty, and their families embraced the last of the August sunshine to enjoy a cookout and slip 'n slide on the Emmanuel Village lawn! Sometimes, it's the little things in-between the classes, ministry experiences, and studying that leave a lasting impression, and we know we walked away from today with a happy new memory!

We are so glad to have a community that works, learns, and plays together at Emmanuel Christian Seminary!

08/27/2026

From the moment students step onto campus for the first time, all the way to commencement, it is a blessing to watch them grow in knowledge, faith, and love!

Today, new and returning students celebrated the Eucharist and recieved a special blessing as they launch into thier studies. It is always so special to see the Emmanuel community join together in worship and prayer, and we look forward to a full, joy-filled semester to come!

08/25/2026

Emmanuel Christian Seminary has officially begun our Fall Semester with Matriculation, the first day of classes, and our first chapel service!

After we prayed, read scripture, and worshipped together, Dr. Ron Kastens, Academic Dean of the Seminary, encouraged our students to embrace their new adventure with enthusiasm and seek Christ above all else. Matriculation is a special time, and today we are so pleased to formally add our newest students to our community of Christian scholars at Emmanuel!

Please join us in prayer over all new and returning students, our wonderful faculty, our dedicated staff, and our church partners as we launch into a brand-new academic year!

08/24/2026

Now introducing Emmanuel Christian Seminary's newest residential students!

Give a warm welcome to these new students! During orientation last week, they became familiar with each other, the faculty and staff, and campus, and saw how much there is to look forward to during their first semester at Emmanuel!

It is our joy to launch into a new year with new students and new faculty, yet Emmanuel also joins our community in prayer over the recent tragedy with the Milligan cycling team.

Now is a time to seek Jesus Christ as we balance different feelings, events, and seasons simultaneously.

08/19/2026

No words can adequately express this loss. Please join us in prayer for the Milligan University community.

We are profoundly shocked and saddened to share that members of our cycling team were in an accident involving a vehicle this morning while cycling in Hampton, TN. Sophomores Haylan Engdahl and Brayden Rogers were killed in this accident. Multiple other Milligan cyclists were also seriously injured and are currently receiving treatment at the Johnson City Medical Center. There are no words to adequately describe this level of loss. Our prayers are with all those impacted by this tragedy. Please keep the Milligan community in your prayers.

08/18/2026

Say hello to Emmanuel Christian Seminary's 2026-2027 Ministry Fellows!

Before launching into a new year of collaboration and hands-on experience, we gather our ministry fellows and supervisors at Milligan University. Together, we share our excitement and heart for this program and look forward towards the future over conversation and sharing a meal.

Wish our fellows good luck, and join us in prayer for them, the supervisors, and church communities they will serve this year! Emmanuel students are blessed to have a wealth of strong local church leaders willing to invest in them, thank you to each supervisor and congregation for your intentionality and time!

08/17/2026

Have you visited Emmanuel's prayer garden lately?

During the Milligan University workday, this team of Emmanuel faculty and staff dove into cleaning up the prayer garden! From pulling weeds, clearing branches, cleaning benches, and more, we are proud to steward this beautiful space with care.

Giving a big round of applause to our crew for thier hard work and attention to detail last week, and to the whole Milligan University community for coming together to make our space better!

08/07/2026

Give a warm welcome to Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan's newest distance students!

Earlier this week we met with all of our incoming remote learners on Zoom, where we introduced them to how life at Emmanuel will look over the next year! We look forward to seeing the ways God works in the online classes, Zoom mentorship calls, and meaningful relationships that our distance students build over time.

08/05/2026

Connection. Growth. Faith.

The Center for Appalachian Ministry (CAM) gathered both of our learning communities together for one special night together at Grandview Christian Church! After sharing a meal and good conversation, Director of the Ministry Leadership Program at Milligan University John Emmert spoke with our Appalachian Ministry Partners (AMPs).

CAM's mission is to strengthen churches all across Appalachia, equipping them with resources, partnership, and opportunities for shared ministry. Meetings like these remind us that the church is even stronger together, and it is our pleasure to continue to support the communities in our backyard!