Grace Theological College
Grace of Saragossa: A 4th Century Immigrant and Martyr
St. Grace of Saragossa was born in Afghanistan during the 4th century. The events of her early life are unknown. She immigrated to Zaragoza, Spain where she lived as an unmarried, working, faith-filled Christian woman. Like so many of us Grace was an ordinary person seeking different and perhaps better opportunities while trying to live an ordinary life.
What set her apart and made her extraordinary however, was her faith. In the year 304 C.E., during the reign of the Roman emperor Diocletian, Grace was arrested for being a Christian. In order to save themselves, Christians were given the opportunity to worship to the emperor instead of God. Those that did were freed and permitted to live. Grace was given the same opportunity, however, she would not recant her faith. She was tortured, brutally beaten, and left to die
of her injuries in her jail cell.
Grace was not beatified. There was no need. She had already proven herself worthy to be welcomed into the ranks of the Saints. She was canonized by pre-congregation as St. Grace of Saragossa. We are deeply honored to walk in the footsteps of this ordinary woman who was made extraordinary by her commitment to her faith, and her courage for walking the talk.
We celebrate the faith, committment, courage, and life of St. Grace of Saragossa every day, and remember her especially on March 13th of every year.
We Celebrate the accomplishments of three of our faculty
Rev. Doctor Odell Cooper, Ph.D. Director-International Studies Program-Italy At Grace Theological College
"Interruptions" is a true story that details Rev. O's journey after her son, Jonathan was murdered in a case of mistaken identity, becoming another victim of gun violence. This "interruption" in Rev. O's life ignited a domino effect of PTSD, depression, and grief, compounded by subsequent loss of employment, detachment from relationships, addiction, and suicidal ideat Programion. This whirlwind of experiences eventually triggered a brain aneurysm, leaving her in such dire straits that her doctor suggested her family began planning for a funeral.'
Rev. Professor Wendy Van Allen , M.S. Ed.,eMERITUS Professor: COUNSELING STUDIES Department at GRACE THEOLOGICAL cOLLEGE
Save the Planet Through Spiritual Wholeness
'The flame of Mother Earth's cauldron has gone out as the climate crisis and resulting social chaos have intensified. But it's not too late. Rev. Wendy Van Allen reveals how we can save the planet with nature-based spiritual practices that unite Indigenous, African Diaspora, and Pagan faith traditions from around the globe. She is joined by contributors from multiple paths, including:
Maori Native Tradition • Taoism • Tuvan Shamanism • Lukumi Afro-Caribbean Tradition • Latin American Espiritismo
The 21 Divisions • Stone Circle Wicca • Celtic Anamanta • Der Urglaawe Heathenry • And More
This book confronts our climate and social problems and traces them to their origins, focusing on the spiritual disconnect we have between ourselves and our environment. Learn to celebrate your ancestors, journey to the astral plane, implement energy healing techniques, and lead a sustainable lifestyle. By enhancing your connection to nature, you can help create a more awakened humanity and bring balance back to yourself and the world.'
Professor Sheryl Phillips, M.P.H., RDA, CDN, CBC -PROFESSOR: COUNSELING STUDIES Department at GRACE THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
' This excellent compilation of fifty nature stories, Lessons Learned from Nature: An Enlightening Journey, will inspire you to appreciate God’s majesty and splendor and learn the many lessons He wants to teach us.
Expect an awakening in your spirit as you reflect on God’s nurturing and hear Him speaking into your life through Nature. Nature is a fantastic teacher, and this eye-opening read will share lessons of patience, perseverance, love, teamwork, tolerance, commitment, and surrender. It also highlights pausing to enjoy life and acknowledging that there is a purpose for each one of God’s creations. It will help you glean new perspectives that may inspire new relationships with the different life forms surrounding us daily in Nature.'