Wednesday 23 January 2013
Tuesday 9 October 2012
Former Dean of Theology and Principal of Acadia Divinity College Passes Away
October 5, 2012
It is with sadness that we inform you of the passing early this morning of the Reverend Doctor Millard Ross Cherry at the Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville. Mixed with the sadness is a deep sense of gratitude for his life and his untiring devotion to this institution which he loved deeply and served joyfully. He served as Dean of Theology of Acadia University from 1963-1971 and was the first Principal of Acadia Divinity College, serving from 1968-1971. His genuine interest in the students, faculty, and staff of the University and College will long be remembered as will his unequalled enthusiasm for the various athletic teams of the University. He was recognized widely as a theologian, ethicist, and preacher, attaining three honorary degrees in his lifetime. Several years ago, Acadia Divinity College established the Millard R. Cherry Chair of Christian Thought and Ethics in his honour.
We extend to his nephew and family our sincere sympathy in their loss of a much-loved family member. We share their grief and their gratitude for this servant of God and the influence of his life at Acadia and in the broader community.
The obituary is attached and funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 10 at 2 pm in the Pereaux Baptist Church. The flags at University Hall will fly at half-mast out of respect for Dr. Cherry.
Dr. Harry Gardner
President, Acadia Divinity College
Dean of Theology, Acadia University
Ray Ivany
President and Vice-Chancellor
Acadia University
For a full obituary: http://www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/73829
It is with sadness that we inform you of the passing early this morning of the Reverend Doctor Millard Ross Cherry at the Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville. Mixed with the sadness is a deep sense of gratitude for his life and his untiring devotion to this institution which he loved deeply and served joyfully. He served as Dean of Theology of Acadia University from 1963-1971 and was the first Principal of Acadia Divinity College, serving from 1968-1971. His genuine interest in the students, faculty, and staff of the University and College will long be remembered as will his unequalled enthusiasm for the various athletic teams of the University. He was recognized widely as a theologian, ethicist, and preacher, attaining three honorary degrees in his lifetime. Several years ago, Acadia Divinity College established the Millard R. Cherry Chair of Christian Thought and Ethics in his honour.
We extend to his nephew and family our sincere sympathy in their loss of a much-loved family member. We share their grief and their gratitude for this servant of God and the influence of his life at Acadia and in the broader community.
The obituary is attached and funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 10 at 2 pm in the Pereaux Baptist Church. The flags at University Hall will fly at half-mast out of respect for Dr. Cherry.
Dr. Harry Gardner
President, Acadia Divinity College
Dean of Theology, Acadia University
Ray Ivany
President and Vice-Chancellor
Acadia University
For a full obituary: http://www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/73829
Thursday 4 October 2012
ADC in Greece and Turkey
ADC is very excited to announce a tour to Greece and Turkey, studying the travels of Paul and the cities of Revelation.
Please take the time to join our ADC in Turkey and Greece Facebook Group. You can also see the places that will be visited by viewing this map, or by reading the brochure.
Please take the time to join our ADC in Turkey and Greece Facebook Group. You can also see the places that will be visited by viewing this map, or by reading the brochure.
Thursday 14 June 2012
Tuesday 29 May 2012
The Next Religion Soup: Did Jesus Believe He Was Divine?
ADC is thrilled to be partnering with several other organizations to bring the second Religion Soup to the maritimes. See the poster below or visit the website for more information.
Wednesday 16 May 2012
Appointment of Rev. Jeremiah Johnston to Acadia Divinity College
Rev. Jeremiah J. Johnston
I am pleased to announce the appointment by the Board of Trustees of Acadia Divinity College of Rev.Jeremiah J. Johnston as Lecturer effective June 1, 2012. As part of his responsibilities he will be available to the President for administrative tasks related to development and recruitment.
Jeremiah completed his Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies in 2006 and Master of Divinity (conferred with Highest Honours) at Midwestern Baptist Seminary in Kansas City in May2009. Jeremiah began his PhD research in 2009 specializing in the historical Jesus and resurrection / after-life beliefs of the first century CE. He is expected to graduate within the next year from the University of Edinburgh.
On February 24, 2012, Jeremiah successfully defended his Acadia University Master of Arts (Theology) thesis entitled, The Emergence of the Concept of Resurrection in Judeo-Christian Faith: A Tradition-Critical Study. He received his Master of Arts (Theology) degree at the Spring Convocation on May 13, 2012.
Until recently, Jeremiah served as the Executive Pastor at New Day Church (NDC) Kansas City in Olathe, Kansas.
Jeremiah and his wife, Audrey, have one daughter, Lilly Faith, and one son, Justin. Please join me in welcoming Jeremiah and his family to Acadia.
Appointment of Dr. Anna Robbins at Acadia Divinity College
Rev. Dr. Anna Robbins
I am pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees of Acadia Divinity College (ADC) has appointed Dr. Anna Robbins as the Director of Doctoral Studies, overseeing the Acadia Doctor of Ministry program, and Academic Dean of Acadia Divinity College. Dr. Robbins will serve as Associate Professor of Theology, Culture and Ethics.
For the past twelve years she has served at the London School of
Theology in the United Kingdom as Lecturer in Theology and
Contemporary Culture, Director of Training, Vice-Principal,
Acting Principal, and Senior Lecturer. She has taught courses on culture, ethics, apologetics, religion, philosophy, theological method, evangelism, and others.
She also served in leading curriculum revision for undergraduate and postgraduate degree
courses.
Between 1991 and 1997, Robbins served in three different local churches in Nova Scotia. She was the Minister of Youth and Christian Education at Aylesford United Baptist Church, the Interim Pastor at Digby United Baptist Church, and the Minister of Youth and Christian Education at Clementsvale United Baptist Church.
Robbins is a graduate of Acadia University, having received her Master of Arts (Theology) in 1997 and her Master of Religious Education in 1993. On both occasions, she graduated first in her class. Robbins also holds degrees from University of Wales (2001, Doctor of Philosophy) and Carleton University (1989, Bachelor of Arts). Her doctoral dissertation is entitled Common Sense in Uncommon Degrees: Methodological Diversity in Twentieth-Century Christian Social Ethics.
Dr. Robbins is married to Rev. Peter Robbins and they have one son, David. She will begin her service at the College on August 20, 2012. Please join me in welcoming Anna and her family to Acadia.
I am pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees of Acadia Divinity College (ADC) has appointed Dr. Anna Robbins as the Director of Doctoral Studies, overseeing the Acadia Doctor of Ministry program, and Academic Dean of Acadia Divinity College. Dr. Robbins will serve as Associate Professor of Theology, Culture and Ethics.
For the past twelve years she has served at the London School of
Theology in the United Kingdom as Lecturer in Theology and
Contemporary Culture, Director of Training, Vice-Principal,
Acting Principal, and Senior Lecturer. She has taught courses on culture, ethics, apologetics, religion, philosophy, theological method, evangelism, and others.
She also served in leading curriculum revision for undergraduate and postgraduate degree
courses.Between 1991 and 1997, Robbins served in three different local churches in Nova Scotia. She was the Minister of Youth and Christian Education at Aylesford United Baptist Church, the Interim Pastor at Digby United Baptist Church, and the Minister of Youth and Christian Education at Clementsvale United Baptist Church.
Robbins is a graduate of Acadia University, having received her Master of Arts (Theology) in 1997 and her Master of Religious Education in 1993. On both occasions, she graduated first in her class. Robbins also holds degrees from University of Wales (2001, Doctor of Philosophy) and Carleton University (1989, Bachelor of Arts). Her doctoral dissertation is entitled Common Sense in Uncommon Degrees: Methodological Diversity in Twentieth-Century Christian Social Ethics.
Dr. Robbins is married to Rev. Peter Robbins and they have one son, David. She will begin her service at the College on August 20, 2012. Please join me in welcoming Anna and her family to Acadia.
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