We are in the midst of our marking of the martyrdom of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Yesterday at our community service, we had a powerful sermon from the Rev. Dr. Joseph Thompson. The theme “Lord it is so difficult to continue to love those who hate with such vitriol and persistence” is […]
As we move into Spring, the nicer weather beckons us to spend more time outside. What better place to enjoy the beautiful weather than the 1823 terrace. Newly reopened 1823 is open Wednesday – Sunday, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., weather permitting. Seating inside and on the terrace is limited to ensure social distancing, and […]
Guests to the campus used to schedule a flight and a taxi, stay in our guest houses, and eat in the Refectory. Guests to the campus in COVID times are mainly taking advantage of technology. Although it is not the same, it does mean that we are able to attract some highly distinguished guests who […]
With the visit of the President of the United States last week, it meant that an important commentary was displaced. The Rev. Dr. Judy Fentress-Williams had asked for our librarians to be celebrated; after all, she explained, “It is Library Appreciation Week.” So, slightly belatedly, I do want to pause and recognize the critical role […]
Over the last few months, there have been several searches quietly continuing. Hiring in a pandemic is tricky; I am grateful for those who worked so hard to bring certain searches to a satisfactory result. I am happy to announce that the following people are now part of the VTS community. Eleanor “Elly” Hahn Administrative […]
As an Episcopal Seminary that acknowledges the rich diversity of our Christian faith, we featured the Baptist tradition in our Wednesday morning service. Baptist worship service is a relatively new part of life at VTS. A few years ago, we began the practice of an annual service of communion so that our Baptist colleagues would […]
The act of hospitality was the reason for the visit. As part of our Christian witness, we invited Neighborhood Health to use our Chapel as the venue to vaccinate their clients. In a season of pandemic, the Chapel was needed to care for the physical body; this was our Christian obligation. The President wanted to […]
Today is a strange day. Administrative offices are closed, although many other departments are present. Classes are happening. Worship is happening. Lunch will be available. I am trusting that the amazing Easter weather has given everyone a sense of Easter. The campus looked beautiful as the cold of Holy Week was replaced with the warmth […]
This is our second Holy Week in pandemic conditions. The context both makes Holy Week intelligible (as we walk this journey through suffering and death) and makes Holy Week difficult to observe (as we cannot participate in the traditional rituals of Holy Week). Yet the truth of Holy Week still speaks. We learn of a […]
Last Sunday, the Rector of Immanuel Church on the Hill, Rev. Randy Alexander and I sat in the Wilderness while a thank you and farewell was live streamed to the parish of the Church of the Resurrection. The parish was marking an extraordinary achievement. Our alum, the Rev. Jo J. Belser was called to the […]