The Leader’s Way 44: Seminary with Yejide Peters Pietersen
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Jan 13, 2025 Yejide Peters Pietersen, the Associate Dean and Director of Formation at Berkeley Divinity School, shares her insights into seminary life and vocational discernment. She emphasizes how theological education can be accessible and inclusive for everyone, spotlighting full-tuition scholarships available at Berkeley. The discussion highlights the blend of community, intellectual growth, and spiritual formation that defines the seminary experience. Yejide also encourages potential students to embrace their unique calls, fostering a sense of belonging within the vibrant campus community.
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Explore Your Call
- If you feel a nudge towards seminary, reach out, even if uncertain.
- Explore your questions among scholars at Berkeley Divinity School at Yale.
From Skeptic to Dean
- Yejide Peters Pietersen initially resisted the idea of a vocation, even expressing skepticism.
- She now embraces her role, finding deep fulfillment in serving God and His people.
Compassion in Discernment
- Compassion and understanding are key in supporting those discerning their call.
- Many, especially young women, discover their vocations through others' affirmation, not solely internal narratives.