Saint Paul Increases Online Theology Courses for Master’s Students
In the midst of troubled times, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the immense need for physical, emotional and spiritual healing. God calls on us to respond to that need by delivering messages of love, peace and hope. Saint Paul School of Theology is pleased to announce the expansion of online course offerings for…
Read MoreSolidarity In Practice by Alumna Rev. Dr. Tiffany Nagel Monroe
Our lives have changed. Changed by pandemic, changed by death, changed by necessity, changed by social distancing. We will not be the same after the COVID-19 pandemic. We simply cannot be. We will have lived through a global trauma and we will have done it communally. We will have stretched ourselves beyond our routines, our…
Read MoreThe Miracle of Jesus’ Resurrection by alumnus Rev. Grant Speece
“When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. They had been saying to one another, ‘Who will roll…
Read MoreRev. Dr. Lois V. Glory-Neal Wins 2020 Distinguished Graduate Award
Alumna Rev. Dr. Lois V. Glory-Neal will be presented with the prestigious Distinguished Graduate Award on Friday, March 27 for reflecting the mission of the seminary and exemplary service in ministry. The Mission of Saint Paul School of Theology: Centered in Christ and rooted in the Wesleyan tradition, Saint Paul School of Theology is a…
Read MoreLearn About Doctor of Ministry Degree at Explore Saint Paul
“Our church is in a state of ‘unsettled’ and will be for the foreseeable future.” That’s what drew first-year student Angie McCarty to enroll in the Doctor of Ministry: Spiritual Leadership in Unsettled Times, at Saint Paul School of Theology. Our 30-hour curriculum prepares ministers to lead and share the Good News in a world…
Read MoreHumans Are Created To Live In Community by alumni Revs. Marilyn and Jack 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 MoreReaching Out To All Communities Who Desire Theological Education
Dear Saint Paul Community, As you know, a new proposal was recently released regarding the United Methodist Church and the upcoming General Conference. I am sending out this communication as a reminder that Saint Paul School of Theology is blessed to be in ministry in the name of Jesus Christ and to help others…
Read MoreUpcoming Banquet Honors 60th Anniversary of Saint Paul School of Theology
Save the date! Saint Paul School of Theology is celebrating our 60th anniversary and it wouldn’t be complete without you! Together, we will commemorate six decades of preparing students to preach the Gospel and serve in Christ’s name through innovative, creative ministry. Our celebration banquet takes place Friday, March 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30…
Read MoreA Reflection on Epiphany by alumnus 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 melissa.pearce@spst.edu. As an alumna myself,…
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