Recent Alumni Visits
See who’s been stopping by the alumni office or reuniting around the world!
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Lausanne Alumni Gathering // Evening of September 24, 2024
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Centennial Alumni Dinner // Baton Rouge, LA
Join the Alumni Office for a complimentary Centennial Alumni Dinner in Baton Rouge, Louisiana as we celebrate one hundred years of the Lord’s faithfulness to Dallas Theological Seminary! The dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15 at Portobello’s Grill (7622 Old Hammond Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809). Attire is professional casual.
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Amadeus (STM, 1992), Sofia, Katja, Jule, and Nike Vadonis
Amadeus and his wife, Sofia, and three of their four daughters stopped by to see us! Amadeus is a traveling evangelist, sharing the good news in Berlin.
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Cesar (ThM, 2011) and Reyma Muego
Cesar and Reyma visited us today and showed their kids around campus. They came all the way from Washington!
Questions for References
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Pastoral Compensation
Philosophy of Compensation Some ministries avoid discussing money, material possessions, and salary, but the reality of compensation in the ministry must be considered. Traditionally non‐profit organizations come under more scrutiny than other entities. Some churches view pastors that ask for adequate compensation as unspiritual; others strive to offer fair salaries
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Coye (ThM, 2005) and Keturah Bouyer
Coye (ThM, 2005) and his wife, Keturah, stopped by our office today while visiting friends! We’re so glad they made time to see us.
Interview Questions
When interviewing a pastoral or ministry candidate, employers should leverage the interview to answer two critical questions: Does the applicant have the experience, skills, or potential to thrive in this role? Does this applicant seem like a good fit for the culture of the church or ministry? Top-notch candidates will