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Asbury Seminary Welcomes New Director of Employee Services
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 […]
Presidential Search Committee Update from Chair Steve Moore
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 […]
Asbury Theological Seminary Announced as a Recipient of James V. Heidinger II, Good News Endowed Scholarship Fund
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 […]
Presidential Search Committee Update from Chair Steve Moore
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 Seminary Announces the Departure of Rev. Dr. Michael Voigts
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 […]
Distinguished Alumnus General Paul Rader Promoted to Glory
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 Seminary Mourns the Passing of Dr. Burrell D. Dinkins
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 […]
Advent Vespers 2024
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.
Asbury Seminary Board of Trustees Honors Retirees and Welcomes New Chairs
WILMORE, Ky., November 19, 2024—On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Board of Trustees of Asbury Theological Seminary held a Passing of the Gavel ceremony to recognize the election of a new interim board chair and vice chair and honor the retiring board members. Karen Thomas, the current board chair, will complete her 15-year term at […]
Asbury Seminary Awarded Lilly Endowment Grant for Nurturing Faith in Children
WILMORE, Ky., October 28, 2024—Asbury Theological Seminary has received a grant of $1,210,635 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to develop and implement a research-based children’s program titled Hospitable Church. Rooted in the Wesleyan tradition, Hospitable Church will seek to meet the spiritual formation needs of neurodivergent children and children with special needs within the life of […]