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Take the Next Step in Your Discernment: Apply for Spring Admission by November 1

According to Merriam-Webster, discernment means “the quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is obscure.” In a spiritual context, discernment happens when the obscure becomes the obvious, as we gain clarity in our relationship with God. Choosing a vocation, such as becoming a pastor, is one of the ways we respond to God’s…

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Saint Paul Offers Grateful Farewell to Bishop Hayes

Oklahoma City, OK – Saint Paul School of Theology announces the departure of Bishop Robert E. Hayes, Jr. as Bishop-in-Residence effective August 9, 2022. Bishop Hayes is a retired Bishop in the United Methodist Church who served the Oklahoma Conference and was instrumental in the expansion of Saint Paul School of Theology to Oklahoma City.…

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Betsworth 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…

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Regarding Dobbs vs Jackson Women’s Health Organization

Given today’s release of the decision in Dobbs versus Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the Faculty Council of Saint Paul School of Theology wants to share a reminder about the United Methodist Church’s policy statement regarding women’s reproductive health as found in the Social Principles of the 2016 Book of Discipline.  The Faculty Council also wish to bring attention to…

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Fiscal Year-End Giving Paves the Way for Tomorrow’s Faith Leaders

“Scholarships are what make Saint Paul possible for me.”  Jackson Swain is thankful for the opportunity to pursue a life of ministry as a student at Saint Paul School of Theology. “My wife and I have a toddler and one more on the way,” he explains. “and without scholarships, our finances would simply be spread…