Date: August 27, 2025
Today is a special moment as the Lifelong Learning team gathers on campus. Much of their work happens remotely, so being face to face is a rare and welcome gift. It is wonderful to have everyone here—from those who manage the complexities of grant work to those who carry forward continuing education and keep our websites thriving.
What makes this team remarkable is not only their individual skill but the way they strengthen and inspire one another. Lifelong Learning requires creativity, precision, and vision, and they meet that call with dedication. Gatherings like this remind us all that we are more than tasks and projects; we are a community bound by shared purpose.
I am deeply grateful for all they do, both seen and unseen. I especially want to thank Dr. Lisa Kimball for her wise and energetic leadership of this outstanding team. They embody the mission of Lifelong Learning, and it is a joy to work alongside you.
The Very Rev. Ian S. Markham, Ph.D.
Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary and the President of The General Theological Seminary