Events
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 MoreBishop Delores Williamston to Make Keynote Address at Commencement
Saint Paul School of Theology is honored to share the news that Bishop Delores J. Williamston of the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church will offer the keynote address during Commencement on Friday, May 12, 2023. During Commencement, Bishop Williamston will also receive the 2023 Distinguished Graduate Award. Following a twenty-two-year career in the…
Read MoreBetsworth Welcomes Seminary Students, Embraces Diversity & Innovation
“Saint Paul has a long and rich history of providing high quality theological education, and I am excited to be a part of that tradition.” Rev. Dr. Sharon Betsworth began her new role as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean at Saint Paul School of Theology on July 1. After teaching at Saint Paul…
Read MoreDistinguished Graduate Leads Diverse Community in Christ
“Loving all people into relationship with Jesus Christ.” That’s Dr. Stan Copeland’s mission in his role as the Senior Pastor of Lovers Lane United Methodist Church in Dallas, a position he has held since 1998. Throughout his career, Dr. Copeland has worked to create an environment for people from all walks of life to experience…
Read MoreDr. Amos Yong to Focus on Interfaith Dialogue During Upcoming Lecture
In today’s world of rapid change, we all need to hone our skills for engaging in interreligious dialogue. That’s the advice of Dr. Amos Yong, Professor of Theology and Mission, and Dean of the School of Mission and Theology, at Fuller University. Dr. Yong will share his vision with the Saint Paul community during an…
Read MoreLecturer Patel Shares Skills for Faith Leaders
Will America become a nightmare or a dream? And what is the role of faith leaders in determining the answer? Dr. Eboo Patel will lead an online session on this critical issue during this year’s Harrington Lecture at Saint Paul School of Theology. The lecture takes place Tuesday, September 21 at 6 p.m. Central time.…
Read MoreSaint Paul 60th Anniversary Celebration Canceled
We hope that you are enjoying your summer and taking time to relax and rejuvenate! We wanted to reach out to let you know that after careful consideration of the current climate, we have decided to cancel our 60th Anniversary Celebration. The safety and well-being of the Saint Paul community are at the forefront of our…
Read MoreExplore Your Possible at Saint Paul Virtual Visits
Saint Paul School of Theology is currently hosting Virtual Visits this Spring. Virtual Visits begin at 11:00 am CST with community worship followed by a Q&A session and class visit. And as a perk for being a virtual visitor, when you apply to attend Saint Paul, your application fee is waived. Virtual Visits are available…
Read MoreDe La Torre to Explore the Causes of Our Immigration Crisis
If I want to see the face of Jesus, I must look into the face of the undocumented immigrant — Rev. Dr. Miguel De La Torre Why do immigrants come to the United States? And, as Christians, how are we to respond? Rev. Dr. Miguel De La Torre will explore these issues in “Why Do…
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