Upcoming Summer Classes - with Dr. Jonathan Pennington and Dr. Michael Allen
May 7, 2013
RTS Orlando has the privilege of hosting two guest professors this summer, Dr. Jonathan Pennington and Dr. Michael Allen, for two of our summer intensives taught over June, July and August.
Dr. Jonathan Pennington is Associate Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Director of Research Doctoral Studies at the Southern Baptist...
John Piper Spurgeon Lecture video available online now!
April 26, 2013
Many thanks and much appreciation to Dr. John Piper for presenting the Inaugural Spurgeon Lecture, part of the Nicole Institute of Baptist Studies, here at RTS Orlando on April 10, 2013. It was a packed house and we couldn't have asked for a better response from everyone who attended! Mark your calendars for March 10, 2014, to hear Dr. Albert...
RTSO President Don Sweeting Launches Daily Radio Program on WTLN 950AM
April 17, 2013
(Orlando, Fla.) – WTLN 950 AM began airing this spring the new TAKE 5 radio program with Dr. Don Sweeting, president of ReformedTheological Seminary’s Orlando campus. The five minute program literally is for the listener who is willing to take five minutes out of their day to contemplate how the Gospel can help them cultivate a...
Ed Stetzer to join President's Forum on April 24
April 15, 2013
Dr. Don Sweeting invites you to join him and the RTS Orlando community as he interviews Dr. Ed Stetzer on his latest book, Subversive Kingdom, during the next President’s Forum at 12 noon on Wednesday, April 24, in the Fellowship Hall.
Stetzer, who is an author, church planter, missiologist, and the president of LifeWay...
Dr. John Piper to Deliver the Inaugural Spurgeon Lecture at RTS Orlando on April 10, 2013
April 5, 2013
Orlando, Fla. – Renowned preacher Dr. John Piper will deliver the Inaugural Spurgeon Lecture at Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlando campus at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Piper, the author of more than 50 books, is the founder and teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College and Seminary. For more than 30...
RTSO Faculty Discussion Panels at The Gospel Coalition April 8 & 9
March 25, 2013
RTS will host two faculty panel discussions at The Gospel Coalition National Conference hosted at the Rosen Shingle Creek hotel in Orlando. The discussions will take place in the Conway Room across from the main stage (Gatlin Ballroom).
The discussions are titled "Having Confidence in the Scriptures" on April 8 at 5:30 p.m., and "Seeing Christ...
John Muether appointed Dean of Libraries
March 20, 2013
Orlando, Fla. – Reformed Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that John Muether, who established the library at RTS Orlando and has served as chief librarian for the past 24 years, will be assuming new responsibilities for the institution as of June 1. He will become the Dean of Libraries, which includes greater oversight of the...
Sharon Hersh to join the President's Forum on March 13
March 6, 2013
The President’s Forum
New Addictions: Gaming and Technology
March 13
Passionate about freedom from addictions of all types, Hersh is teaching, in part, on an addiction that might uniquely impact seminary students. The demographic for those struggling with this is 18-34 year-old men. Although every parent of an adolescent...
ATS Reaffirms Accreditation for RTS
March 5, 2013
A Special Announcement from Reformed Theological Seminary
We have just received word that The Board of Commissioners of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada, at their February 2013 meeting, voted to reaffirm accreditation for Reformed Theological Seminary following its 10-year accreditation...
Am I A Soldier of the Cross? by Dr. Michael A. Milton, part 3
February 25, 2013
There is the Resurrection aim that is the Hope that brings Satisfaction in the Christian Life
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor and CEO
Reformed Theological Seminary
[13] I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living!
[14] Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the...
Rev. Anthony Carter to join the President's Forum on Feb. 27
February 21, 2013
The President’s Forum
On Being Black and Reformed
February 27
In his book, On Being Black and Reformed, Rev. Carter wanted to show that being Reformed is not antithetical to the African American Christian experience and to demonstrate that Reformed theology is biblically and historically consistent.
In celebration of Black History...
Why Study Church History? by Dr. Don Sweeting, part 2
February 18, 2013
by Dr. Don Sweeting
President, RTS Orlando
James Woodrow Hassell Professor Church History
This article is a continuation of "Why Study Church History?: Getting Beyond American-Evangelical Amnesia" by Dr. Sweeting posted on February 8, 2013, found here.
6. It gives us insight into our own culture
The study of history also gives us a...
Why Study Church History? Getting Beyond American-Evangelical Amnesia by Don Sweeting
February 8, 2013
by Dr. Don Sweeting
President, RTS Orlando
James Woodrow Hassell Professor Church History
The immortal line of the old song Wonderful World begins……“don’t know much about history….” It sentimentally reveals a deep bias in American life which disposes us to look down on what is old. We celebrate...
Am I a Soldier of the Cross? by Dr. Michael A Milton, part 2
February 4, 2013
The Recurring Adversities are the Overarching Trials That Bring Sanctification in the Christian Life
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor and CEO
Reformed Theological Seminary
[2] When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall.
[3] Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not...
Cameron Strang of RELEVANT magazine to join the President's Forum Feb. 6
February 1, 2013
The President's Forum
Reaching 30-Somethings
February 6
Cameron Strang, editor of RELEVANT magazine and founder of Relevant Media Group, will be talking with Dr. Don Sweeting on February 6 at 12 noon in the Fellowship Hall on "Reaching 30-Somethings."
Believing that Christ is relevant to the 20- and 30-somethings in our culture,...
450th Anniversary of The Heidelberg Catechism: A Reformed Classic by Dr. Don Sweeting
January 22, 2013
by Dr. Don Sweeting
President RTS Orlando and James Woodrow Hassell Professor Church History
This month, (January 19th) is the 450th anniversary of the Heidelberg Catechism. Are you familiar with this devotional and theological treasure? It originated in one of the few pockets of Calvinistic faith in the Catholic and Lutheran...
Am I a Soldier of the Cross? by Dr. Michael A Milton, part 1
January 18, 2013
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor and CEO
Reformed Theological Seminary
The Christian life is a life of undisturbed joy. The Christian life is a life of unending battles. Both of these statements are true. And that calls for help. For it is humanly impossible to hold two such polarized truths in our hearts at the same time. We need...
What is "Biblical Theology"? by Prof. Michael J. Glodo
January 11, 2013
by Michael J. Glodo
Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
RTS Orlando
To ask “What is biblical theology?” might seem like a question which doesn’t need asking. After all, should all theology be biblical? The answer is “Absolutely!”. But we can’t take this for granted. After all, many who claim the...
What is Systematic Theology? by Dr. John M. Frame
January 2, 2013
by Dr. John M. Frame
Professor of Systematic Theology & Philosophy
RTS Orlando
First, what is theology? “Theology” is not found in the English translations of Scripture, but it is best related to New Testament terms like “teaching” (the didasko root). To teach, in the New Testament, is to explain the word of...
Advent Readings and Lightings, Part 3, by Dr. Michael A. Milton
December 14, 2012
Pastoral Preparations for the Coming Season
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor & CEO of RTS
Third Sunday of Advent
Today we relight the first two candles of the Advent wreath. The candle of HOPE and the candle of PEACE. Now we light the third candle of Advent. This is the candle of JOY. As the coming of Jesus, our Savior, draws...
Advent Readings and Lightings, Part 2, by Dr. Michael A. Milton
December 7, 2012
Pastoral Preparations for the Coming Season
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor & CEO of RTS
First Sunday of Advent
Today we light the first candle of the Advent wreath. This is the candle of HOPE. With Christians around the world, we use this light to help us prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of God’s Son, our Savior,...
Advent Readings and Lightings, Part 1, by Dr. Michael A. Milton
December 6, 2012
Pastoral Preparations for the Coming Season
by Dr. Michael A. Milton
Chancellor & CEO of RTS
I wanted to give an aid for congregations and pastors, particularly those in free church backgrounds, who want to move away from the commercialization of the season to focus on the Incarnation. That is a hard sell to be sure. But the way to do it...
Sharon Hersh Named Adjunct Faculty at RTS ORLANDO
July 25, 2012
(Orlando, Fla.) – Sharon Hersh, an author and licensed counselor in Colorado, has taught two main classes for the Master of Arts in Counseling program at Reformed Theological Seminary Orlando campus for seven years as a guest faculty member. Seeing the value that she brings to the RTS counseling program, Hersh was approved as Adjunct...
Robert Emeott Promoted to Executive Vice President of RTS Orlando
July 20, 2012
Robert (Bob) Emeott, who has served RTS Orlando and President Don Sweeting as vice president of administration since December 1, 2010, became the executive vice president of RTS Orlando starting July 16, 2012. In addition to oversight of operations and administration on the Orlando campus, he will take on the development (fundraising) efforts for...
Leigh Swanson Named New Associate Dean of Students at RTS Orlando
June 18, 2012
(Orlando, Fla.) Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando is pleased to announce the appointment of Leigh Swanson as Associate Dean of Students. Swanson earned her B.B.A. degree from the University of Texas and recently earned her Master of Arts in Theological Studies from RTS. Leigh is well-prepared to assist students in this newly created...
RTS Orlando Offers New Counseling Emphasis Option for the MDiv
June 13, 2012
(Orlando, Fla.) Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlando campus now offers a counseling emphasis with their traditional Master of Divinity degree. “This is a program that will help prepare future pastors for the ministry of soul care,” said Dr. Scott Coupland, director of the Master of Arts in Counseling (M.A.C.) program and a...
Kevin Collins Named New Director of Admissions and Placement at RTS/Orlando
June 11, 2012
(ORLANDO, Fla.)—Dr. Don Sweeting, president of Reformed Theological Seminary Orlando, is pleased to announce Dr. Kevin Collins as the new director of admissions and placement beginning in June. Tom Nelson, former director of admissions who graduated from RTS Orlando May 25 with a Masters of Divinity degree, will pursue a call to plant...
Professor John Scott Redd, Jr., Becomes Dr. Redd
April 24, 2012
Assistant Professor of Old Testament and Dean of Students John Scott Redd, Jr.,successfully defended his thesis (“Constituent Postponement in Biblical Hebrew Verse”) this past Friday to earn his doctorate of philosophy degree (Ph.D.) in the Semitic and Egyptian Languages and Literatures program at The Catholic University of America in...
Chuck Colson (1931-2012) Confounded the Skeptics
April 23, 2012
RTS Orlando President Don Sweeting wrote this blog about his friend and mentor Chuck Colson, who died Saturday at the age of 80.
“Chuck Colson (1931-2012), who died yesterday, confounded the skeptics. In his early life they doubted whether his post Watergate/prison conversion was real. It was. Its credibility was proved by his faithful...
Korean Student at RTS Responds to Recent Christian College Shooting
April 18, 2012
Reformed Theological Seminary student Sungyak Kim responds to the recent shooting rampage at a Christian Korean college in California by a fellow Korean. His commentary, published online by Christianity Today, on Thursday, April 12, is titled “What the Gospel Has to Say about the California Christian College Shooting.” Read More...
Details Announced for The Nicole Institute of Baptist Studies
April 3, 2012
Reformed Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the opening of The Nicole Institute of Baptist Studies on its Orlando campus for the 2012-13 academic year. The Nicole Institute was named in honor of Dr. Roger Nicole, renowned Reformed Baptist theologian who was a visiting faculty member on the Orlando campus from 1989-2000. He was part of a...
Steve Douglass at President's Forum on April 4
April 2, 2012
Steve Douglass at this week’s President’s Community Forum Lunch
President Don Sweeting invites all students, faculty and staff and guests to lunch (bring your own or buy one at the event) in the Fellowship Hall on Wednesday where he will interview Steve Douglass. The topic of discussion will be, "The Opportunities and...
RTS Library Storytime on April 13 from 10 - 11am
March 22, 2012
The RTS Library is excited to announce that we will be having a kids storytime on Friday, April 13, from 10-11am. The event is targeted for kids ages 2-4 (though all kids are welcome) and will include a story read by Professor Mike Glodo, fun singing, and a craft. Bring your kids to the library to see where you spend time studying and invite other...
Dr. Bob Orner Named Dean of Students at RTS Orlando
March 19, 2012
Dr. Robert H. (Bob) Orner has been named the Dean of Students at Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlando campus and will take on those responsibilities on June 1, 2012, when the current Dean of Students, Scott Redd, becomes the president of RTS’s Washington, D.C., campus.
“Bob Orner brings a wealth of fresh pastoral experience...
Dr. Scott Swain Named Academic Dean at RTS Orlando
March 7, 2012
Dr. Scott Swain, currently associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, has been approved and appointed the academic dean starting June 1, 2012, while continuing to teach. This decision will allow Dr. Mark Futato, a beloved Old Testament and Hebrew professor who has served as academic dean for seven...
Dr. Reggie Kidd contributes to The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary
March 7, 2012
Dr. Reggie Kidd, professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlandocampus, has contributed the editorial commentary (26 pages) for the Pastoral Epistles (I and II Timothy, and Titus) in The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary released March 1 by Baker Books. This 1636 page book is beautifully illustrated and easily...
Don Sweeting Interview Regarding Book Airs March 12
March 1, 2012
RTS Orlando President Don Sweeting can be heard in a short radio interview on Moody Radio Quad Cities’ Daybreak program at 7:40am Monday, March 12. Sweeting wrote the book, How to Finish the Christian Life: Following Jesus in the Second Half, with his father George Sweeting, the former chancellor/president of Moody Bible Institute. As Don...
2012 Kistemaker Academic Lecture Series, March 20-21
March 1, 2012
Dr. Michael J. Kruger is professor of New Testament and academic dean at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Kruger received a B.S. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, his M.Div. from Westminster Theological Seminary in California, and a Ph.D. from New College, The...
Steve Brown and Michael Card at RTS on March 14 & 15
February 22, 2012
Don Sweeting, president of Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, invites the public to join the RTS community for two back to back President’s Community Forums next week at 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Steve Brown, RTS practical theology professor emeritus and Key Life radio personality, will be Sweeting’s...
Preview Day at RTS Orlando on March 10
February 21, 2012
You're Invited to Get a Glimpse of RTS Orlando!
Join us on March 10 for a rich experience where you can discover what RTS Orlando has to offer and see how accessible graduate studies at RTS can be.
The Preview Day at RTS Orlando will help you find the answers to your questions about RTS and continuing education – whether this is your...
Growing Old with Grace: Don Sweeting on SBE
February 20, 2012
Don Sweeting was on Steve Brown Etc. (SBE), to talk about his new book How to Finish the Christian Life: Following Jesus in the Second Half. Click here to...
Listen to Don Sweeting's recent speaking engagements
February 20, 2012
Listen to (and be encouraged by) Don Sweeting’s recent speaking engagements:
1) “Christian Apologists for the 21st Century”, 1 Peter 3:8-18a, Moody Founder’s Week Plenary (Feb. 7)
Click here to listen
2) “Growing Old with Grace”, interview with Steve Brown on Steve Brown Etc. (Feb. 17) featuring Don’s...
Calvin College Orchestra: March 22 at 7:30 pm
February 19, 2012
RTS Pamplin Chapel
Free Admission
Join us on March 22 at 7:30 pm in the Pamplin Chapel on the campus of Reformed Theological Seminary Orlando to hear the musical offering of and worship God with The Calvin College Orchestra.
Calvin College Orchestra is a nationally reputed ensemble of instrumentalists...
Huntley Brown Concert Pianist: March 11 at 7:00 pm
February 19, 2012
Pamplin Chapel
Free Admission
huntleybrown.org
Huntley Brown grew up in a Christian home on the island of Jamaica. His parents, Myrtle and Alpheus Brown, taught him what it means to be a Christian, and at an early age he accepted Christ. Without knowing how to read music, he learned to play the piano by imitating his brothers. His...
President Sweeting Speaks at Moody Founder’s Week in Chicago
February 6, 2012
Dr. Don Sweeting, president of Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, is one of the plenary speakers at the annual Moody Founders Week conference this week. Dr. Sweeting will be speaking at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, February 7, on “Christian Apologists for the 21st Century” with 1 Peter 3:8-18a (especially verse 15) as the biblical...
Sweeting and Sweeting Write Book Together
January 31, 2012
Dr. George Sweeting, chancellor emeritus of Moody Bible Institute, and son Dr. Don Sweeting, president and James Woodrow Hassell professor of church history at Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS) in Orlando, have written How to Finish the Christian...
Arab Spring or Winter?
January 20, 2012
Don Sweeting’s Conversation with the President of Cairo’s Evangelical Theological Seminary
Given the momentous turn of events in Egypt, a hushed crowd listened to Dr. Don Sweeting interview Dr. Atef Gendy at Reformed Theological Seminary’s Orlando campus this week. Sweeting, president of RTS Orlando, and Gendy, president of...
RTS Professors Speaking at Acts 29 Members Conference
January 19, 2012
Several RTS professors will be speaking at the inaugural Acts 29 Members Conference in Orlando Jan. 31-Feb. 2. Acts 29 is one of the fastest growing church-planting networks in the U.S. today. Organizers expect 600 to 800 people to attend this conference, which is open to all Acts 29 pastors, church members and those in church leadership who are...
Seminary 101: Discerning Your Call
January 10, 2012
Tom Nelson, director of admissions at RTS Orlando, wrote an insightful article “Seminary101” for Relevant’s December 19, 2011, issue on helping Christians discern and assess their calling and make a commitment to further studies. His step by step approach to deciding which seminary...
Upcoming Evening Classes begin February 7
January 6, 2012
We’re offering another exciting semester of classes at RTS, and we’ve reserved a spot just for you. Whether you’re seeking training to assist you in the ministry, or you’re just looking to grow in your faith, RTS is here to help you in 2012. Consider auditing a class or taking it for credit. Registration is...
President's Community Forum with Dr. Gendy on Jan. 18
January 6, 2012
Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando will host the president of EvangelicalTheological Seminary in Cairo to discuss current political developments in Egypt and its impact on the evangelical church in that region. Dr. Atef Gendy will join RTS Orlando President Don Sweeting for the President’s Community Forum Wednesday, January 18, from 12...
2012 Orlando Winter Courses
November 29, 2011
Join us on the RTS Orlando Campus and be refreshed for ministry by taking enriching courses from world-class professors including: Dr. Richard Pratt. Click here to view just a few of the classes that will be offered this...
Old Testament Theology with Dr. Richard Pratt, Jan. 16-20
October 18, 2011
Dr. Richard Pratt: Old Testament Theology, 9am - 4pm, January 16-20
This course will survey various approaches to Old Testament theology. It will also present an integrated outlook on meta-theological motifs that guide New Testament and contemporary outlooks on the theology of the...
Faith For Living - "There is an App for That"
September 21, 2011
The TV and radio program "Faith For Living", by Dr. Michael Milton is now available on Android operating phones and tablets. It will soon be released for the iPhone and iPad.
In addition to being able to watch Faith For Living TV segments, you also have access to Dr. Milton's blogs, books and music. Go to the Android market and search for...
Prof. Redd Appointed President of RTS in D.C.
September 20, 2011
The executive committee of the Reformed Theological Seminary Board of Trustees has appointed Professor Scott Redd, Jr., as the first president of RTS Washington D.C., effective June 2012. Redd is currently an assistant professor of Old Testament and dean of students at RTS Orlando.
In addition to teaching at RTS Orlando, Redd is a graduate of...
Pres. Forum with VADM Scott Redd, Sr. & Prof. Scott Redd, Jr. on Oct. 5
September 18, 2011
Join us for an informal Q&A session during community lunch with President Don Sweeting interviewing VADM Scott Redd, Sr. (USNA Ret.), Cabinet Member under President George W. Bush, and Mr. Scott Redd, Jr., Assistant Professor of Old Testament and Dean of Students, RTS Orlando. The topics of this forum will be The Minister's Role in a...
One School One Book: Dr. Leland Ryken
September 6, 2011
One School One Book: Dr. Leland Ryken
This year, in celebration of the King James Bible’s 400th year, our featured book is: The Legacy of the King James Bible, by Dr. Leland Ryken. Join us in reading during the fall semester and meet the author when he joins us on campus October 17-18th. To prepare you for Dr. Ryken's book and...
RTS Orlando Fall Kickoff on August 22
August 4, 2011
Fall Kickoff Coming Soon!
We can’t wait to see you on Monday, August 22nd for the annual RTS Fall Kickoff event to welcome all new students and reunite with returning students. The Kickoff event will be from 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., followed by our community RTS Fall Kickoff Festival at 3:30 p.m.
Now you just need to let us know that...
Preview Day at RTS Orlando
August 1, 2011
You're Invited to Get a Glimpse of RTS Orlando!
Join us on September 29 for a rich experience where you can discover what RTS Orlando has to offer and see how accessible graduate studies at RTS can be.
The Preview Day at RTS Orlando will help you find the answers to your questions about RTS and continuing education – whether this is your...
Oviedo Selected As One of the "Ten Best Towns For Families"
July 19, 2011
Oviedo – Mayor Persampiere and the City Council proudly announced June 30, 2011, that Family Circle magazine selected Oviedo to be one of the TEN BEST TOWNS FOR FAMILIES. Oviedo was chosen as a perfect place to call home because of our top-notch schools, affordable housing, green-space, access to health care, low crime rates, financial...
Oviedo To Celebrate Top Ten Award On July 31
July 19, 2011
Oviedo, FL – Oviedo’s top-notch schools, affordable housing, green-space amenities, income profile, and philanthropic spirit caught the attention of more than five million readers of Family Circle magazine. City officials are thrilled to announce that the magazine has named Oviedo among its Top Ten Best Family-Friendly Cities in the...
Dr. Sweeting Speaks at Front Range Christian School
June 16, 2011
On the morning of June 16, 2011, Dr. Don Sweeting, President of Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS), spoke at Front Range Christian School’s First Annual Pastor’s Breakfast. Pastors from cities as far as Aurora and Colorado Springs gathered to hear him speak on the topic of: “Christian School, Public School, Home School: There Is...
