When one is preparing for their seminary journey, spiritual formation and excelling at one’s academic work are top priorities for the incoming seminarian. They leave the comforts of their homes, their sponsoring parishes, and their diocese, and make a new home at VTS with the commitment to do very well in these endeavors. But during […]
In 2006, I attended the National Association of Episcopal Schools Conference in Hollywood, CA. I saw several people wearing buttons that read, “Ask me about the D.Min. program in Educational Leadership at Virginia Theological Seminary.” I asked a button-wearing person about the program, and when they started to describe the experience, I knew immediately the […]
When I started at VTS in August term 2015, little did I know the continuing ride that I would be on with God and the amazing human beings I would meet during my time at VTS – human beings I still pray for and with, human beings I miss, and human beings I may not […]
The Alumni Association Executive Committee (AAEC) is the elected executive body of the Alumni Association of Virginia Theological Seminary. As President of AAEC, I have the privilege of serving alongside a group of talented and dedicated alumni who comprise the AAEC, and together we represent and seek to support the 3,200+ VTS alumni around the […]
The VTS Shop first opened its doors at VTS in the Fall of 2014. It began as an effort to provide limited school supplies and VTS-branded merchandise after the closure of the Cokesbury Bookstore. Over the years the shop has grown to house an inventory of over 50 items, which includes apparel, drinkware, and other […]
Taryn Habberley serves as the Executive Assistant to the Dean and President. She began her work at VTS in 2017, in the Hospitality Department. In her current role Taryn provides direct support to the Dean and President, which includes, but is not limited to, calendar management, travel coordination, and Board of Trustees communication. Her proudest […]
Ms. Vannessa McCormick serves as the Administrative Coordinator in the Office of the Dean and President. In her current role Vannessa manages the VTS Shop, handles all meeting room and guest house reservations, and a myriad of other tasks that flow through the Dean’s Office. Vannessa started at VTS in March 2010. Many of you […]
Christina Messenger is a staff member serving as Office Assistant in the office of the Dean and President. She began her work here in 2016 as a Hospitality Assistant. Being a member of the Alexandria community, she was familiar with the Seminary, and applied for a job when a position was available. Christina truly enjoys […]
Another fiscal year has begun: Welcome FY2022! Today the campus is quiet, as many of our employees are taking advantage of a long holiday weekend or planned vacation time away. I do hope that everyone will take some time this summer to rest and rejuvenate. It is important that we make room in our lives […]
Virginia Theological Seminary is a special place. One of the things that makes it so special is the breathtaking grounds. The campus grounds continue to be a welcoming space for the community. At any point throughout the day you will see people walking, running, biking or sitting on a bench on our campus. We are […]