The magazine is now available. You should have received an email, but you can also access it here. It is an excellent issue. The primary theme is gratitude and giving back, and there are some very moving articles, including the opening of the St. Nicholas Center and a superb summary of the Rev. Jim Wallis’s […]
Reorganization is a necessary part of navigating the ongoing work of VTS, and it reflects our commitment to stewarding our resources wisely. In this context, you may have noticed that Sharon Longley is no longer in the Welcome Center. We are delighted to share that she has moved to Pittsburgh and will begin a new […]
The Rev. Dr. Samuel Wells, one of today’s most influential public theologians, will be visiting Virginia Theological Seminary for the first time November 18-19, 2025. Lifelong Learning is offering two events during which VTS students and faculty can interact with and learn from Wells as he reflects on his new book, Constructing an Incarnational Theology: […]
It is cool. I have now listened to Ross Kane’s latest podcast in his Love Your Neighbor series. It is a rich and deeply thoughtful conversation with David French, the New York Times columnist. The discussion ranges widely—from the genesis of affection for MAGA among evangelicals to reflections on possible futures. You can listen to […]
Two icons have now been added to the walls of Immanuel Chapel. When the Chapel was built, we installed the Icon of the Incarnation in the corner above the flock-of-birds votive candle holder. Yesterday, we blessed a second icon—this one honoring St. Leo Malania, the extraordinary priest, liturgist, and leader in the renewal of Episcopal […]
Yesterday evening, we celebrated the affiliation between Virginia Theological Seminary and The General Theological Seminary. It was a lovely evening. We were joined by James Kellerhouse from Vanderbilt University, along with all the key participants in the affiliation. It was an opportunity for the Board to pause and recognize this milestone. The temptation, of course, […]
Yesterday, the Board was in retreat. We had the privilege of hearing from Dr. Dan Aleshire, the retired head of the Association of Theological Schools. He was very helpful, exploring with the Board the challenge of members navigating two seminaries and some of the factors that are important in a Dean and President search. Today, […]
Many Board members arrived last night, and others will join us this morning. This is the Fall Board meeting, as required by the Bylaws (yes, even the date is stipulated!). Today serves as our retreat day—an additional day added to the regular two-day Board meeting. It offers a space for the Board to reflect together […]
I need the Rev. Bob Flanagan to give me a lesson. “When Dean Horne was here,” he explained, “we would present the Luther Bowl trophy at lunch.” I was grateful for the lesson. Although this moment has never occurred during my tenure, today we will have the captain of the Friars present the trophy to […]