For many people of faith, the word calling stirs both excitement and uncertainty. You may feel a pull on your heart toward ministry, leadership, or deeper study of God’s Word, but how do you know if seminary is the next step? Unlike choosing a career path or academic program, discerning a call isn’t always straightforward. […] The post Are You Called to Seminary? appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., September 23, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary recently welcomed three new members to the Board of Trustees: Rodney B. Adams, Robin Lim, and Lyndol L. Loyd. Our latest members were on the Kentucky campus from September 2–3, to take part in board orientation, meet with the Executive Leadership Team, and worship in chapel. The members […] The post Asbury Theological Seminary Welcomes Three New Board of Trustees Members appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., August 13, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is delighted to announce Dr. Scott Kisker as Associate Provost, beginning September 1, 2025. Dr. Kisker brings significant experience in academic administration, serving most recently as Associate Dean at United Theological Seminary for 12 years. During his time at United, he developed the seminary’s house-of-study programs, the certificate […] The post Asbury Theological Seminary Welcomes Scott Kisker as Associate Provost appear...| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., July 23, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to welcome Rev. Dr. Tesia Mallory as its new Dean of Chapel, beginning this summer. She succeeds Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone, who will now serve as Executive Director of the Seminary’s Beeson Center for Biblical Preaching and Leadership. An ordained elder in the Global Methodist Church, […] The post Asbury Seminary Welcomes Rev. Dr. Tesia Mallory as Dean of Chapel appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., July 22, 2025—As part of Asbury Theological Seminary’s ongoing Optimizing Mission Effectiveness initiative, the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) of Asbury Seminary is announcing a strategic realignment of the Beeson International Center for Preaching and Leading. This realignment is designed to expand the Beeson Center’s service to the church in the United States and […] The post Asbury Theological Seminary Beeson Center Restructuring and Strategic Realignment appeared fi...| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., July 22, 2025—This morning, Asbury Seminary grieves the loss of David Russell, the husband of Dr. Sue Russell, Professor of Mission and Contextual Studies, who passed away last night. The Seminary extends heartfelt condolences to Dr. Russell and her family, and we invite our community to join us in prayers of peace and […] The post Asbury Seminary Mourns the Passing of David Russell appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., June 26, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary announces the full and independent launch of Seedbed, Inc., marking a significant milestone in the maturation of a visionary initiative that was birthed within the Seminary more than a decade ago. This moment celebrates a commissioning, a graduation of sorts, for Seedbed to thrive as a fully independent […] The post Asbury Theological Seminary Announces the Independent Launch of Seedbed appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., June 17, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that the Board of Commissioners of the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (tATS) met June 6–3, 2025, and reaffirmed the accreditation of the Seminary’s degree programs. tATS reaffirmed the accreditation for a period of ten years, through July 31, 2035, […] The post The Association of Theological Schools Reaffirms Accreditation of Asbury Seminary Degrees appeared first on Asb...| Asbury Theological Seminary
Asbury Theological Seminary: Spring 2025 May you, as those committed to the Great Commission mission, go into those parts of the world God is calling you to, teaching them to obey all that Christ commanded. Be lifelong learners, renewing your minds daily by studying to show yourself approved unto God, workmen that need not to […] The post President’s Charge to the Graduates appeared first on Asbury Theological Seminary.| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., May 2, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Torrance Clark as its new Director of Facilities & Security. Mr. Clark will begin his employment on May 19, 2025, to overlap with the Seminary’s retiring Director, Mr. Brian U’Ren. On June 2, 2025, the Director transition will be complete […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
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WILMORE, Ky., March 22, 2025—The Board of Trustees of Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the unanimous election of Dr. David F. Watson as the Seminary’s next president. The Seminary has been engaged in a vigorous nationwide presidential search over the past year. Dr. Watson will take up his new duties at Asbury Seminary […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., March 18, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors of the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) met February 6–8, 2025, and reaffirmed the accreditation of the following degree programs housed in the School of Counseling: Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., February 5, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to be a recipient of the establishment of The James V. Heidinger II, Good News Endowed Scholarship Fund. The scholarship fund was established by Good News Magazine of The Woodlands, Texas, and is named in honor of Rev. Dr. James V. Heidinger II, Asbury Seminary alumnus […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., January 28, 2025—On behalf of the Presidential Search Committee, we are pleased to provide an update on the ongoing work of the Presidential Search Committee. Late last week, the committee conducted in-depth in-person interviews with a strong group of semifinalist candidates. This was an important step, as it allowed us to engage in […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., January 24, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary announces the departure of Reverend Dr. Michael Voigts, Professor of Christian Spirituality and Theology, who has been named senior pastor of First Methodist Waco in Waco, Texas. Dr. Voigts’ resignation is effective at the end of the spring semester, and he will begin his new role in May […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
WILMORE, Ky., January 23, 2025 – Asbury Theological Seminary mourns the passing of General (Dr.) Paul Alexander Rader, who was promoted to glory on January 18, 2025, at the age of 90. He graduated from Asbury Seminary with a Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1959. His wife, Commissioner Kay Rader, served on the Board of […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Asbury Theological Seminary professor Dr. Burrell D. Dinkins. Dr. Dinkins passed away on January 7th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of academic excellence and dedication to his students and staff. Dr. Dinkins was a beloved educator who inspired countless students and colleagues throughout his […]| Asbury Theological Seminary
