Alums
Humans Are Created To Live In Community by Revs. Gregory
In The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben describes how “trees of the same species growing in the same stand are connected to each other through their root systems.” He calls trees “social beings” who share food with their own species and sometimes even with their competitors. Why? “The reasons are the same as for…
Read MoreA Reflection on Epiphany by alum Rev. Andrew McHenry
Please enjoy this reflection on Epiphany by Rev. Andrew McHenry. Rev. McHenry is a 1995 graduate of Saint Paul School of Theology. He served as pastor eight years at First Congregational Church in Emporia until moving to Paradise, California to lead Memorial Congregational Church. Shortly into his tenure, his own home and possessions, as well…
Read MoreAdvent: Vulnerable Expectation
A Note from Dr. Melissa Pearce, Director of Alumni and Partner Relations: Hello Alumni! Saint Paul wants to hear from more of you, so we are now adding an alumni-authored Devotional to the newsletter each month. Please let me know if you are interested in being a guest writer by emailing me at . As an alumna myself,…
Read MoreSaint Paul Alum Rev. Lia McIntosh Earns Life Coaching Appointment
The Saint Paul family congratulates Rev. Lia McIntosh on her appointment to a full-time Extension Ministry of Leadership and Life Coaching. The designation comes from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church. Rev. McIntosh’s vision is that “Every leader has a coach and uses coaching skills to support others.”…
Read MoreAlumni Engagement Offers Many Ways to Reconnect with Saint Paul
Even after you complete your theology coursework and enter a career in ministry or similar field, you will remain a valued member of the Saint Paul community. That’s why we offer so many ways for our outstanding alumni to reconnect and help to pave the way for current and future students who are traveling the…
Read MoreRev. Wright Receives Distinguished Graduate Award
Saint Paul School of Theology recognized Rev. Larry Wright as the 2018 Distinguished Graduate during its May 2018 commencement, honoring more than three decades of ministry, prophetic witness and commitment to Christ.
Read MoreIowa Student Finds Peace in Dedicating All to Christ
Iowa student, Fredrick Killian, exemplified American success in his professional life. But he was restless—and it showed. He served in a number of different professions, including law enforcement, hotel management and hospitality, and then, executive management for nursing homes. Though he won awards and accolades with each change of profession, he knew he hadn’t found…
Read MoreDr. Young Advocates for E-Reader Program in Liberia
Saint Paul DMin Alumna Advocates for E-Reader Training in Liberia Saint Paul DMin Alumna, Dr. Yatta Young, believes that expanding access to theological resources in remote locations enhances teaching and learning. She was the first person to launch the E-Reader Project under the African Association of United Methodist Theological Institutions in 2013. Dr. Young is…
Read MoreMartinez Receives Air National Guard Chaplain of the Year
Saint Paul School of Theology Alumnus Capt. Jose Martinez received a top honor in the field of military chaplaincy. He ceremoniously accepted the Air National Guard Chaplain of the Year award, also known as the Samuel Stone Award. Martinez was accepted into the Air Force Chaplain Candidate Program in 2006, graduated from seminary in 2009,…
Read MoreAlums Collaborate to Relocate Community Thrift Store
Saint Paul Clergy Alumni Reverend Alan Gager, Reverend Jeff Slater, Rev. Jeff Goetzinger, and Reverend Mic McGuire (not pictured) came together in a collaborative effort to move the Hutchinson Area UMC Thrift store ministry to downtown Hutchinson. The Fair Price Store had its grand reopening in its new location this spring. The Fair Price Store…
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