Events
Fall Online New Student Orientation - Option 1
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, August 19 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time. RSVP here for option 1.
OR
Wednesday, August 20 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time. RSVP here for option 2.
Fall Online New Student Orientation - Option 2
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, August 19 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time. RSVP here for option 1.
OR
Wednesday, August 20 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time. RSVP here for option 2.
Fall New Student Orientation – On Campus
New Student Orientation will take place just before the start of the fall semester, on Saturday, August 23, at 9 a.m. in Founders Hall, Room 342. Coffee and snacks will be provided in the morning, as well as lunch after the program.
We highly encourage spouses or fiancés to attend as well. This will be a more detailed look at what you need to know about Covenant and a chance to meet even more folks who are part of our Covenant community.
Childcare will be provided for children ages 6 months – 10 years old.
Cohort Student Information Meeting
Mandatory Meeting: If you are required to be in a Cohort Group, Student Life will host a mandatory large group meeting on Thursday, August 28, 10 — 11 a.m. in Founders 341 to get things started.
Cohort Groups are peer groups led by Student Life staff that are required for students in some degree programs.
Questions? studentlife@covenantseminary.edu
For info on Cohort Groups, check out the Cohort Groups Slite Page here.
Annual Church Fair
Looking for a church in the area? We can help! Covenant Seminary will be hosting our Annual Church Fair for new and continuing students.
Join us for Chapel at 10 a.m. and then stay around for lunch and from 11:30 to 1:30 to talk with local church pastors and staff who will be on campus to connect with you.
Whether you are looking for a church community, or a place to complete your field ed hours or an internship, this event will be valuable and fun!
Sandwiches and chips will be provided for you by these churches so come stop by and have a good time.
Covenant Seminary Fall Golf Tournament
CTS students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends are invited for an afternoon of clubs and camaraderie. Open to men and women—and you don’t have to be good at golf to play! Come rub shoulders—and cross clubs—with new friends and old.
Prizes awarded for team, longest drive, and closest to the pin.
Look for more details to come.
FSI Conference 2025 – Divine Holiness with Dr. Derek Rishmawy
Featured speaker Dr. Derek Rishmawy, RUF Campus Minister at UCal-Irvine and host of the Mere Fidelity podcast will help us understand and respond to our tumultuous cultural moment with a renewed focus on Divine Holiness: The Neglected Apologetic in a Pagan Age.
FSI Conference 2025 – Divine Holiness with Dr. Derek Rishmawy
Featured speaker Dr. Derek Rishmawy, RUF Campus Minister at UCal-Irvine and host of the Mere Fidelity podcast will help us understand and respond to our tumultuous cultural moment with a renewed focus on Divine Holiness: The Neglected Apologetic in a Pagan Age.
Fireside Chat with Dr. Tom Gibbs
Come join us in person or via Zoom for an informal Q&A with President Dr. Tom Gibbs, hosted by Student Council in association with Student Life.
This is an opportunity to foster deeper connections between students and the Seminary, so please bring any and all questions you have about the vision for the Seminary, its current offerings for students, and anything else regarding life as a Covenant student. Even if you do not have specific questions in mind, you are welcome to drop in and just enjoy hearing from our President over coffee and refreshments.
Zoom link to come on day of event.
Chapel - Day of Prayer - No Classes Today
Speaker: TBD
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection, followed by lunch together.
More info to come.
Covenant Seminary Preaching Lectures - No Classes Today
Speaker & Theme: TBD
More info to come.
Lifetime of Ministry Conference 2025 - Deep and Wide
Our 2025 Lifetime of Ministry Conference will explore topics relevant to equipping pastors and other church leaders for a lifetime of fruitful ministry. More details to come.
Day of Prayer - No Classes Today
Speaker: TBD
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection, followed by lunch together.
More info to come.
Final Exams for All Courses
Note: All proctored finals end at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13.
Seminary Summer Picnic
Join us for our Seminary Summer Picnic featuring food, fun, and fellowship for all! Our hybrid-learning students will be joining us as well, so come on out and enjoy!
Student Council will provide fried chicken and drinks.
You can help with extras:
Last name A–N, please bring a side dish.
Last name O–Z, please bring a dessert.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Hosted by: Student Council
Story Time at the Log Cabin
Covenant families are invited to join us for Story Time at the Log Cabin.
Children should be accompanied by a caring adult.
RSVPs optional but appreciated. Hope to see you there!
To RSVP contact Annalisa Smith, Family Nurture Coordinator, at annalisa.smith@covenantseminary.edu or 567.207.4288.
Water Day at the Log Cabin
Covenant families are invited to join us for a fun Water Day at the Log Cabin.
Children should be accompanied by a caring adult.
RSVPs optional but appreciated. Hope to see you there!
To RSVP contact Annalisa Smith, Family Nurture Coordinator, at annalisa.smith@covenantseminary.edu or 567.207.4288.
Commencement
Keynote speaker: Rev. Dr. Mark Davis, Senior Pastor, Park Cities Presbyterian Church
Join us as we celebrate our 2025 graduates and launch them into the next phase of their ministry life.
Location: First Free Church sanctuary, 1375 Carman Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021
See more details about our graduation events.
Graduation Celebration
This is our annual outdoor party for our graduates, their families, and friends, along with faculty and staff. We’ll enjoy lawn games, food trucks, and a time of thanksgiving and praise.
Dinner will be available to purchase from Balkan Treat Box, Blues Fired Pizza, and Mr. Noodle.
See more details about our graduation events.
Mamas With Commas Gathering
Who / What: Any female student, spouse, or friend of the seminary is welcome. Mamas with Commas is designed for ladies who are juggling multiple roles such as grad student, mother, ministry leader, spouse, etc. But if the topics are of interest to you, and you're female, please do join us. There will hopefully be plenty that resonates. Join us for snacks, fellowship, and celebration.
Speaker: We'll hear in encouraging devotion from Vicki Tatko, Visiting Instructor of Biblical Languages at Covenant Seminary. Then a panel of ladies graduating in May and/or transitioning into new ministries will offer a discussion on joys and challenges of juggling seminary and family life. Bring your questions as we hear perspectives from Mari Carnes (MAC '25), Eva Rajasekar (MAC '24), Laura Caponigro (working toward MATS), and Annalisa Smith(MAM '25).
How: RSVP is welcomed for yourself and required for any kiddos (families of students only please) who would like childcare at the Log Cabin. Please contact Annalisa by Thursday, May 8, to reserve childcare spots: annalisa.smith@covenantseminary.edu or text 567.207.4288.
Finals Week Support From Your Student Life Team
Your Student Life team wants to support you during finals week!
Come say hi to us in the Edwards Hall Living Room between 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. and grab a donut and a cup of tea/coffee.
We look forward to seeing you!
Final Exams for All Courses
Note: All proctored finals end at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15.
Chapel
Speaker: Mr. Mike Caponigro, Student Preacher
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word. This last service of the semester features music by some of our faculty, with the sermon presented by this year’s Student Preacher award winner.
Summer Online New Student Orientation - Option 2
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, May 6 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time. RSVP here for Option 1.
OR
Wednesday, May 7 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time. RSVP here for Option 2.
NOTE: Classes won’t start until May 19, but for the week of May 12–16 Student Life staff will be occupied with graduation activities.
Summer Online New Student Orientation - Option 1
As an extension student, you have two opportunities to join us on Zoom for your New Student Orientation. Choose whichever one works best for your schedule. We look forward to seeing you then!
Tuesday, May 6 @ 7 – 8:30 p.m. Central Time. RSVP here for Option 1.
OR
Wednesday, May 7 @ 8:30 – 10 a.m. Central Time. RSVP here for Option 2.
NOTE: Classes won’t start until May 19, but for the week of May 12–16 Student Life staff will be occupied with graduation activities.
Spring Seminary Picnic
All current CTS students, staff, faculty, and their families are invited to join us for this in-person event. Come and enjoy a fun evening filled with food, yard games, and fellowship.
Come and enjoy a fun evening with your Covenant peers, faculty, staff, and families filled with food, yard games, and fellowship. This event is for all current students, faculty, staff, spouses, and children. We look forward to seeing you at this in-person event!
Student Council will provide a main and drinks, as well as some vegan/vegetarian options. You can help by bringing something you'd like to enjoy or share with others:
Last name A–K = Side Dish
Last name L–Z = Dessert
Ministry Lunch - Parkway Young life Internship Opportunity
Speakers: John Gonsior, Parkway Young Life Board Member
Through both training and direct field ministry experience, learn how to lead and participate in effective Young Life ministry. Parkway Young Life has a paid internship available for leadership of a volunteer team focused on introducing adolescents to Christ and discipling middle school or high school students.
This is a ministry leadership role that has potential for development and professional growth beyond the position summary. We hope to provide mentorship, spiritual development, and community to the role.
Lunch provided.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Jack Collins, Professor of Old Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Ministry Lunch - The Scribe Conversation Series — Constructive Criticism: Ageless Principles to Flourish in a Digital Era
Speakers: Heather Sparkman (MDiv ’08; MA, Lindenwood University, 2021)
Heather will present learnings from her recent MA thesis exploring biblical principles that help church staff, non-professional volunteers, and members engage with and use social media in positive, constructive ways. Rather than starting from a place of fear, we should understand our purpose and place in the digital landscape, just as we do in other forms of media, proceeding with wise, informed confidence.
The Scribe Conversation Series facilitates community dialogue about reflective, intentional, and discerning communication practices.
Food provided; bring your own drinks.
Chapel
Speaker: Rev. Scotty Smith, Founding Pastor and Pastor Emeritus, Christ the King Presbyterian Church, Franklin, TN
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Chapel - Easter / Holy Week
Speaker: Dr. Brian Aucker, Professor of Old Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word focused on Easter and the celebration of communion.
Student Account Balance Deadline
Deadline to get account balance below $2,100 to avoid future registration blockage.