Denver Seminary

2019-2020 Student Handbook 13 Seminary reserves the right to impose differing sanctions in response to each offense, ranging from verbal warning to expulsion or termination of employment. We make these commitments in order that all who come to Denver Seminary may flourish in community while following our shared calling to be the holy people of God. In this light, we, as a community, agree to these commitments (per Matthew 18:15-17; 1 Corinthians 6:13, 18-20, 10:31, 13:4-6; Galatians 6:1-5; Ephesians 5:1-21; Philippians 1:27; 1 Timothy 3:2) as follows: Personal and Relational Health We will foster connection with God and others, developing lives marked by self-control and peace, and seeking appropriate balance between work and rest. Such health includes seeking liberation from addiction, honest and vulnerable living, participation in the Church, and living in congruence with God's desires. We will demonstrate respect for self and others through contextually sensitive and appropriate attire, self-care, and personal hygiene. Redemptive Relationships We will maintain a good reputation with all people, serving the marginalized and upholding relationships characterized by love, grace, and truth. We will use wise judgement as outlined in the scriptures and pursue reconciliation by taking initiative to resolve differences whenever possible and by responding with civility to others when they do the same. In dialogue, we will listen to each other and respond with respect and a genuine desire to understand, even when consensus cannot be reached. We will endeavor to demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control per Galatians 5:22-23) in all of our interactions with others. Sexual and Gender Integrity Denver Seminary's Statement on Human Sexuality forms a framework for instruction on matters related to human sexuality. It also serves as a framework for employment and enrollment decisions as they may relate to sexuality. Sexual integrity presupposes a commitment to God's original design and intent for human sexuality as well as an admission that, because of The Fall, we are all sexually and relationally broken. It requires that we pursue fidelity to God's overarching redemptive plan in every area of life, including sexuality. Therefore, we commit to abstaining from all forms of sexual engagement that distort God's original intent for humanity to experience sexual relations solely in the context of heterosexual marriage. At the same time, we will demonstrate compassion for one another as we struggle with our respective brokenness. We commit ourselves to practicing celibacy in any relationship outside of a consensual heterosexual union and to exercising faithfulness within that union. We commit to expressions of congruence between experienced gender and biological sex. We will support one another in all matters related to sexual integrity, recognizing the spiritual benefit of self-control and self-denial. If we struggle or fail in these pursuits, we will seek help and accountability. Controlled Substances We will respect Denver Seminary as a smoke-free, drug-free, and tobacco-free campus, and we will refrain from the consumption of alcohol in any public place on campus. Alcohol will not be provided by Denver Seminary at any school sponsored student event. In accordance with Federal standards, we will not possess, distribute, or use illicit substances, and we will only use prescription medication under the purview of a medical doctor. If a report of substance abused is submitted, the Seminary will undergo a process to

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