Naturally, we track bishop elections. This is the Episcopal Church after all. And one recent election in December is worthy of special comment. On December 12, 2020, the Rev. Canon Paula E. Clark, VTS class of 2004, was elected the 13th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. She will be the first African American […]
If you have had even a brief interaction with Ebonee Davis, you know that she exudes tranquility.  If you have spoken with her a while longer, you have also found that she has extensive knowledge of African American history and that she is a woman of deep faith. For all these reasons and more, I […]
The General Ordination Examinations (GOEs) are upon us. Seniors gathered yesterday morning to start the first paper – Liturgy. They looked ready to do the work that they must do over the next few days. It is important to remember all the basics of examination taking. Make sure you sleep well; ensure that you have […]
As 2020 disappears into the rearview mirror, we pause and celebrate afresh the new year. 2020 was a year of discovery. We learned that the normal is very precious. Walking around, smiling, shaking hands, exchanging hugs, sitting with friends, having dinner out, going to the movies — these were all things that suddenly became difficult […]
The holidays are upon us. This strange COVID year is slowly coming to an end. Christmas plans are harder to make: large family gatherings have been canceled; for many, Midnight Mass will not be available; instead, we will celebrate in smaller and more intimate gatherings, and many of us will “just stay at home.” The […]
I have lost count of the number of Board members who have said to me, “You will miss Katie Glover!” It is true. Shortly after I arrived in 2007, she joined the Dean’s Office. So for almost my entire time at VTS, Katie has been my conversation partner, my confidant, and counsellor. When the endowment […]
Even as a part-time remote employee, Ellen Johnston has made her mark at VTS. Whenever Ellen came to campus, she made an effort to sit with different staff at lunch and get to know them. Her wonderful smile and hospitable demeanor drew people to her. As Director of Music, Liturgy, and the Arts, Ellen […]
Please allow me a confession. I find recording sermons difficult. My head is always in the wrong position for the camera. The light isn’t quite right. I like to speak without notes direct to the camera, but the flow is less than smooth. In addition, I find myself overwhelmingly tempted to start over. St. Paul’s […]
Fritz Friton has been an integral part of the VTS community. Before joining the staff, Fritz provided painting and wallpapering services as a contractor. His work was of such high quality that VTS made the decision to hire him on full-time. Since then Fritz has remodeled countless kitchens, done amazing carpentry work all over campus, […]
The first possibility of snow in Alexandria comes today and tomorrow. While we will have to wait and see how much snow will accumulate, it is a good time to review the Seminary’s snow policy. A decision will be made regarding closures of offices and The Butterfly House and cancellation of classes by 6:00 […]