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  Corpus Christi May 15, 2019: A hallmark of the faculty at Stark College and Seminary is that they are practitioner-scholars. Many of the SCS faculty members serve as both an adjunct professor and a pastor in a local church. They have the academic credentials to...

  Corpus Christi May 15, 2019: Stark College and Seminary is honored to highlight the accomplishments of those who have completed a sustained and rigorous course of study. At the Corpus Christi Graduation on Monday night, it was the pleasure of the faculty, staff, and...

  McAllen May 15, 2019: During the April 6, 2017 SCS board meeting, the trustees unanimously created a special recognition for a community leader who epitomized Christian leadership. The Board named this honor the Pillar of Light Award. This award recognizes someone...

  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...