Bishop Laura Merrill to Deliver Saint Paul School of Theology 2025 Commencement Address
Saint Paul School of Theology is honored to announce Bishop Laura Merrill as our 2025 Commencement speaker. Bishop Merrill brings a wealth of experience in ministry, mission work, and church leadership to this momentous occasion. Bishop Merrill began her assignment as bishop of the Arkansas Conference in January 2023 and was assigned to the Oklahoma…
Read MoreSaint Paul School of Theology to Host Exhibit on Human Origins
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History traveling exhibit is open from February 4 to May 14, 2025. Leawood, KS — Saint Paul School of Theology will host the traveling exhibit “Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?” after the seminary was selected through a national competition offered by the Smithsonian National…
Read MoreSigmon Receives Promotion and Tenure
Saint Paul School of Theology is proud to announce the promotion and granting of tenure to Rev. Dr. Casey Sigmon. Effective July 1, 2025, Rev. Dr. Casey Sigmon will be tenured and promoted to the title of Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship. In granting tenure, the seminary recognizes the value of Rev. Dr. Sigmon’s…
Read MoreShahan to Assist with SPST Community Engagement in Oklahoma
Saint Paul School of Theology is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Adam Shahan ’16, Senior Pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church in Oklahoma City, as the new coordinator for External Relations in the Oklahoma Region. In this part-time capacity, Rev. Shahan will play a vital part in representing Saint Paul within the community.…
Read MoreWelcome Tom Cochran to the Saint Paul
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Tom Cochran as our new Executive Director of Development and Alumni Relations. His extensive experience and passion for fostering solid connections make him an invaluable addition to Saint Paul School of Theology. We look forward to seeing him thrive in this role and contribute to our seminary’s…
Read MoreDeparture of Rev. Dr. Tiffany Nagel Monroe ’12
Dear Seminary Community, With a blend of emotions, we announce that our esteemed alumna, Rev. Dr. Tiffany Nagel Monroe ’12, is transitioning from her role as the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Campus and Associate Director of Contextual Field Education at Saint Paul School of Theology. Dr. Nagel Monroe will embark on a new ministry…
Read MoreSaint Paul Gives Back to the Lazarus Community
Saint Paul School of Theology has adopted the Lazarus Community in Oklahoma City as our Spring 2024 Missional Outreach. It is exciting to see God’s work through the hands and feet of Bo Ireland (2017) and Alanna Ireland (2023), as well as current MDIV students Olivia Ankrom, Brayan Martinez, and Gena Walton. The Lazarus Community…
Read MoreSaint Paul Unveils Cutting-Edge (Theo)Logic Studio to Propel Digital Ministry
In a transformative stride towards enhancing digital ministry, Saint Paul School of Theology proudly introduces its latest innovation – the Saint Paul (Theo)Logic Studio. This leading-edge venture epitomizes the institution’s commitment to forming leaders for innovative, creative ministry. The advent of the (Theo)Logic Studio comes as a response to the dynamic evolution witnessed in ministry…
Read MorePresident Simmons Takes the Helm in 2024
Dear Alumni and Friends of Saint Paul, Greetings and best wishes for the new year from all of us at Saint Paul School of Theology. As we begin the new year, the trustees, faculty, and staff are pursuing important work to enhance our service to our students and to advance the mission of the Seminary. To…
Read MoreSaint Paul Secures Transformational $1 Million Grant
Saint Paul School of Theology has received a grant of $1,065,405 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Pause/Play Center for Preachers. The program is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative. The aim of the initiative is to foster and support preaching that inspires, encourages and guides people to come to know and…
Read More