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  I grew up going to church with my family, but it was at a summer camp when I was eight that I went up for an altar call and gave my life to Jesus. Fast forward many years and three amazing children later, life has brought heartache, trauma, and storms. Though I...

  “South Texas is in my blood,” says Dr. Jena Dunn. “I was born in Victoria and grew up in Inez. My parents always encouraged excellence, and I think that is what drove me to pursue higher education and follow God’s call on my life.” Dr. Dunn was surrounded by...

  I started at Stark College & Seminary in 1999 pursuing a Certificate of Ministry and Lay Leadership. Twenty years later, I find myself finishing a Diploma of Ministry and on my way to pursue a master’s degree and eventually a doctoral degree. Throughout my studies,...

  Written by: Aaron Wright I came to Stark to answer God's call on my life to be a US Navy Chaplain. The journey isn’t always easy, but thankfully the call at least came clearly. Prior to coming to Stark, my wife and I had been praying about long-term ministry...

  McAllen, TX – April 16, 2019 – Stark College and Seminary has signed a memorandum of understanding with South Texas College to create an academic relationship between the two higher education institutions. “I am excited for this partnership as it will allow me to...

  Imagine this: you are the senior pastor of a large church and on your days off, you go teach courses at local seminaries and nurture the growth and education of future church leaders. This is not hard to imagine for Dr. Ron Lyles, who has done just this for the past...

  By: Robert Velasquez When thinking of the many classes I have taken that have proven useful, it seems impossible to pinpoint just one that has most positively affected my ministry. However, I can pinpoint the part of Stark College & Seminary that has influenced my...

  “I had great plans to publish papers after I got my doctorate, but Hurricane Harvey changed all that,” shares visiting lecturer, Dr. Scott Jones. “I have spent the past year and a half putting all my ideas and experiences to work in my own church, First Baptist...

  I was brought up in a loving home with two wonderful parents. My mom was truly a spiritual leader when it came to instilling Godly living in us as we grew up. My family attended a church led by my uncle for many years. I participated in several different departments...

  VICTORIA, TX - March 21, 2019 - Stark College and Seminary has signed a memorandum of understanding with Victoria College to create an academic relationship between the two higher education institutions. In order to provide Stark College & Seminary bachelor students...