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Weighing in on faith and life.
B.H. Carroll faculty members, students, and those who support its mission desire to create dialog and stoke critical thinking about important topics which relate to faith and life in this world. Below are posts from diverse authors, whose views contribute to the ongoing discussion of these areas. The positions of the authors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of B.H. Carroll Theological Seminary, its faculty, and its governors.
Five Simple Goals for Racial Reconciliation in Your Community
Our country is growing increasingly frustrated with the state of racial relations in America. The latest controversy over the national anthem protests in the NFL illustrate how civil discourse in this political climate is next to...
Theological Wisdom for Dating Couples: How Far Is Too Far?
It has been longer than I care to admit since I was an adolescent. But I still remember that the kids in my youth group were consumed with a single question. “How physical can I get with my boyfriend/girlfirend?” The workers in my...
Carroll Institute Welcomes New Administrative Faculty Member
Carroll Institute has recently welcomed a new member to its administrative faculty. Dr. Joseph Cathey has been named as Fellow in Scripture and Witness and Associate Professor of Biblical languages and literature. He will also serve as...
The Benefits of Theological Education
Last week, I argued that theological education is both a biblical and a practical endeavor. This week, I would like to enumerate some of the benefits of theological education. As usual, you are welcome to add your own ideas in the...
Dr. Bruce Corley Retires from B. H. Carroll Theological Institute
Dr. Bruce Corley, former president of B. H. Carroll Theological Institute and Professor of New Testament and Greek, retired June 30 as Senior Fellow of Scripture and Witness. President Gene Wilkes commented, “Dr. Corley...
Good News!!
Dear Friend of B. H. Carroll Theological Institute, I want to thank you for your prayers and participation in North Texas Giving Day this year. The Communities Foundation of Texas raised over $39,000,000 for 2,900 non-profits...
The Legitimacy of Theological Education
North Texas Giving Day is fast approaching, and there are more needs this year than ever before. So why should you give your hard-earned dollars to an institution of theological education like B. H. Carroll? Does theological education...
Dr. Scott Shiffer Named Top Technology Trailblazer
Dr. Scott Shiffer, B.H. Carroll's Director of Instructional Services and Resident Fellow, has been named by the Center for Digital Education as one of the Top 30 Technologists, Transformers and Trailblazers across America. A pioneer in...
Carroll Institute Loses Beloved Colleague and Friend
Dr. Edgar L. Ferlazzo, Distinguished Fellow and Professor of Christian Worship at B. H. Carroll Theological Institute, passed away on August 29, 2017, just one day short of his 81st birthday. Dr. Ferlazzo was an accomplished...
Three Lessons on Leadership from the Aftermath of Charlottesville
Last week, we talked about the fact that churches (especially white, conservative churches) need to address the rising tide of white nationalism. As we continue to reflect upon the violence that occurred in Charlottesville last month, our...