Dean's Commentary An important article by the Rev. Dr. Joseph Thompson 12/08/2023 Perhaps one of my significant initiatives that the Seminary embarked upon in preparation for the Historic Bicentenary was the program…
Dean's Commentary The Program for December 17th 12/07/2023 We are all keeping Presiding Bishop Michael Curry in our prayers. He is such a gift to the Church and…
Dean's Commentary Faculty contributing to the Bible 12/06/2023 When I prepare a sermon, more often than not, I will pick up The New Interpreter’s Study Bible, which was…
Press Release Virginia Theological Seminary launches new Christian Formation track for Doctoral programs 12/05/2023 The new track is aimed at Christian educators working in judicatory roles, congregations, camp and conference centers, and resource development…
Dean's Commentary Congratulations to Dr. Marty Wheeler Burnett 12/05/2023 Today we celebrate the achievement of our very own Dr. Marty Wheeler Burnett, Associate Professor of Church Music and Director…
Dean's Commentary Happy New Year 12/04/2023 The Church calendar is back at the beginning. Advent one has arrived. The marking of time is important. Time is…
Dean's Commentary Looking ahead to Lent – Mark your calendars now 12/01/2023 It is a delight to have the Rev. Dr. Sarah Coakley in Alexandria. She can often be seen on the…
Dean's Commentary Do ask about AAR and SBL 11/30/2023 So, a Faculty member decides to join your table at lunch. After your initial sense of surprise, you have to…
Dean's Commentary Visiting with Bishop Ann Ritonia 11/29/2023 Yesterday I had a delightful meeting with the new bishop suffragan for armed forces and federal ministries. Her journey has…
Dean's Commentary Working on a search committee 11/28/2023 Yesterday, I had two search committee meeting interviews for the Ethics professor; and on Thursday, there will be another one.
Dean's Commentary Can VTS learn about formation from GTS? 11/27/2023 A key word at Virginia Theological Seminary is residential. By residential, we do not just mean “in person” classes; we…
Dean's Commentary A commentary for Thanksgiving Week 11/20/2023 Normally, there is a commentary for every weekday when the Seminary is open. However, this week we are migrating part…