Events
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
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.
Francis Schaeffer Institute Conference 2025 - Divine Holiness
Speaker: Dr. Derek Rishmawy, RUF Campus Minister, University of California–Irvine
Topic: Divine Holiness: The Neglected Apologetic in a Pagan Age
More info to come.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Thurman Williams, Director of Homiletics
join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Women in Ministry Preview Day
Covenant Seminary is committed to preparing faithful pastors, counselors, and ministry leaders for our denomination and the expanding global church. While we believe that the Bible reserves the role of ordained pastoral ministry for men, we also believe that God calls women to minister in his church and Kingdom in vitally important ways. We welcome and encourage female students in all our degree programs, and we offer a variety of other activities for female students, as well as generous scholarship support specifically for women.
What Happens at Preview Day? This event is designed to give you a window into what a seminary education at Covenant looks like. Join us on campus in St. Louis, and have an opportunity to:
Sit in on seminary classes
Tour our campus and facilities
Meet our faculty
Connect with current students
Learn about scholarship opportunities!
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, and free housing is available upon request.
Ministry Info Table - Africa Inland Mission
Speaker: Steve Taylor, Midwest Mission Mobilizer, Africa Inland Mission
Africa Inland Mission will be available for conversations on Monday April 7. AIM seeks to develop reproducing, Christ-centered churches among all African peoples. We have a heart for the unreached and a love for the local church.
AIM is looking at CTS for theological educators, Christian counselors, and pastors to serve in Africa. We are also looking for church partners that are intentionally equipping and sending more workers to the unreached.
Please visit with us between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Community Center. We look forward to talking with CTS students and staff.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Bob Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.
Ministry Lunch - Reformed University Fellowship
Speakers: Keith Berger, Chief Organizational Development Officer, and Michael Gordon, Assistant Coordinator, Reformed University Fellowship
Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) is the college ministry of the PCA committed to reaching college students for Christ and equipping them to serve Jesus, His church and the world for a lifetime. Join us for lunch to hear what God has been doing through this ministry, and join us for an evening picnic to get to know us better. Please feel free to bring your spouse and any other friends who might want to know more about college ministry. Details below.
RSVP for Lunch / Evening Picnic: HERE
RSVP for 30 minute One-to-One Appointments with RUF staff: HERE
Lunch on campus, with food from Gioia's Deli: 12:30–1:30 pm in Buswell 111
On Campus Picnic: 5:30 – 7 p.m., on the back patio of the Community Center, with Salt and Smoke BBQ and Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
Families Welcome!
Chapel - A Service of Lament
Speaker: Dr. Tom Gibbs, President
Join us for a special time of worship focused on lament and God’s grace to us in the midst of suffering.
Chapel
Speaker: Dr. David Chapman, Professor of New Testament and Archaeology
Join us for our weekly time of worship and the Word.