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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 […]

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 […]

WILMORE, Ky., March 14, 2025—Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the hiring of Ms. Kahrah Williams as its new Director of Employee Services (HR) effective March 24, 2025. Kahrah joins the Seminary after working in human resources for two Kentucky businesses. “Kahrah joins Asbury Seminary with a track record of, and commitment to, impacting […]

WILMORE, Ky., February 19, 2025—The Presidential Search Committee continues its diligent work in the next phase of the selection process. As we move forward, we are now focused on identifying and engaging with our group of finalists. This stage has included and will continue to include deeper interview discussions as well as comprehensive reference and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Watch the Livestream Recording Asbury Theological Seminary Holy Night: Advent Vespers Sunday, December 8th at 6:30pm in Estes Chapel Featuring Asbury Seminary Singers with Orchestra.