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The Rev. Kathleen Russell

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Triduum 2026 at 51��Ƶ

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The Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, PhD Preaches and Lectures at 2026 Payne-Harvey Event

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:25 +0000

On March 26th, 51��Ƶ welcomed the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, PhD, as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Payne-Harvey Lecture. Dr. Fisher-Stewart not only delivered the keynote address in the evening but also preached in Christ Chapel earlier in the day at Eucharist. In both her sermon and lecture, Dr. Fisher-Stewart shared insight and inspiration from her own experience and posed important questions for seminarians to consider as they grow in their formation.

The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, interim dean and president, reflected, “The Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart is a person not afraid to ask hard questions and bring up sometimes painful truths. She does so out of her deep love and commitment to the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. She brought her love of Jesus and her commitment to peace and justice to the seminary in a profound way for our students, faculty, staff and friends.”��

Gayle Fisher-Stewart is a priest in the Episcopal Diocese of Washington and a native of Washington, D.C.. Before answering the call to ordained ministry, she retired as a captain from the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia and later taught at the university level while consulting for organizations including the International City/County Management Association and the United States Department of Justice. Throughout her career, she has remained focused on addressing the effects of racism in the criminal justice system, education, and the communities she has served. A longtime advocate for justice, she has written extensively on race, policing, and the church, including the article “To Serve and Protect: Race, the Police and the Episcopal Church in the Black Lives Matter Era” in the Anglican Theological Review. She is also the author of Preaching Black Lives (Matter) (2020), Black and Episcopalian: The Struggle for Inclusion (2021), and Church Hurt: Reparations for My Soul – Healing Racialized Trauma, which calls for the church to acknowledge the trauma of racism as a step toward repair. In response to national protests following the murder of George Floyd, she also developed the curriculum “To Serve and Protect: Bridging the Gap Between the Police and the Black Community.”

Fisher-Stewart has served widely in church and community leadership. After nine years as president of the Crummell-Cooper Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, she continues her advocacy through service on her diocese’s reparations committee and as chaplain for the Takoma Park Police Department in Takoma Park, Maryland. She has also served on the diocesan finance committee and on the racial justice committee at Washington National Cathedral, where she helped advocate for the removal of the cathedral’s Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson windows. In 2024, she received the Bishop Quentin Primo Jr. Award from the Union of Black Episcopalians in recognition of her extraordinary leadership as a pastor and advocate for justice in the church and the wider community.

Since their inception, the Payne and Harvey Lectures have brought diverse and influential theological voices to the campus of 51��Ƶ. Originally two separate lectures, they were combined to address scheduling challenges and to maintain a February focus during Black History Month, reflecting their shared themes. Hosted by the seminary’s Board of Trustees and organized by students, the Payne-Harvey Lecture explores mission, leadership, and contemporary challenges facing the church. The lecture honors Claude E. Payne, former chair of the seminary’s board and retired bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, and Hudnall Harvey, the seminary’s dean from 1967 until his death in 1972.

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The Rev. Teresa L. Fry Brown Receives 2026 McDonald Teaching Award

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:27:45 +0000

On March 9, 2026, at midday Eucharist and assembly, the Rev. Teresa L. Fry Brown, PhD was presented the 2026 Durstan R McDonald Teaching Award from 51��Ƶ. Established upon the retirement of Dean Emeritus the Very Rev. Durstan R. McDonald in 2002, the McDonald Teaching Award is given each year by the Faculty of 51��Ƶ in recognition of exceptional teaching in the spirit of the award’s namesake.

Dr. Fry Brown also preached at the service on March 9th and gave an inspirational and moving sermon in Christ Chapel.

Watch the sermon and awarding of the 2026 McDonald Teaching Award here

Read Dr. Fry Browns’ McDonald Award Citation here

In addition to receiving the award, Dr. Fry Brown guest lectured during Dr. Robinson’s Intertextual Preaching course on Monday, March 9th.

Dr. Fry Brown served as the fourteenth Historiographer, the editor of the A.M.E. Review, Executive Director of Research and Scholarship (2012-2024), and President of the General Officers’ Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (2021- 2024). Dr. Fry Brown was Director of Black Church Studies at Candler (2007-2015). Dr. Fry Brown obtained a Doctor of Philosophy in Religious and Theological Studies from the Iliff School of Theology and the University of Denver, with an emphasis in Religion and Social Transformation (1996). She earned a Juris Master’s from Emory University School of Law (2025), a Master of Divinity from Iliff School of Theology (1988), a Master of Science degree (1975), and a Bachelor of Science degree (1973) in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri.��

Dr. Fry Brown has extensive teaching and preaching experience in national, international academic, and ecumenical settings. A prolific author, Dr. Fry Brown’s books include Delivering the Sermon: Voice, Body and Animation in Proclamation, Fortress Press (2008); Can A Sister Get a Little Help: Advice and Encouragement for Black Women in Ministry, Pilgrim Press (2008); God Don’t Like Ugly: African American Women Handing on Spiritual Values Abingdon Press (2000); Weary Throats and New Song: Black Women Proclaiming God’s Word Abingdon Press (2003) and the African American History Devotional, Abingdon Press (2006). Additionally, she has published sixty other reviews, chapters, and commentaries.

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Celebrating Community and Connection During Women’s History Month at 51��Ƶ

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:37:01 +0000

51��Ƶ marked Women’s History Month with several events on campus that celebrated community, connection, and the contributions of women and gender minorities to our local and global community.

As part of the month-long observance, the seminary hosted an International Women’s Day lunch in early March in its dining hall. The event brought together students, faculty, and staff for a time of fellowship, creativity, and shared reflection.

“It was both joyful and meaningful to witness the ways in which the women and gender minority students in our seminary community uplift and empower one another,” shared the Rev. Jeehei Park, PhD, Associate Professor of New Testament. “I felt enriched by the creativity, wisdom, and support shared during the celebration. I’m deeply grateful to Tatiana and Brynn for their thoughtful organization of this event.”��

Attendees participated in a welcoming and inclusive environment that encouraged individuals to express themselves authentically. The gathering included opportunities for conversation and connection, as well as hands-on activities that fostered community-building among participants. Guests were also invited to bring friends, family members, or mentors, extending the celebration beyond campus and strengthening relationships across communities.

“It was wonderful to join together with fellow women and get to know each other a little better through the International Women’s Day lunch,” shared Tatiana Suggs-Perea, Director of Communications, who helped organize the lunch. “The women of 51��Ƶ are some of the most creative, compassionate, and caring people I know and I am glad we were able to honor them.”

Later in the month, a Women in Ministry Roundtable was held and invited all female-identifying Master of Divinity students to learn more about navigating ordained ministry as a woman. The lunch included a panel conversation with women faculty including the Rev. Nancy Frausto, the Rev. Madeline Hawley, the Rev. Jeehei Park, PhD, and Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson.��

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Through this gathering, 51��Ƶ affirmed its commitment to cultivating an inclusive and supportive community, while creating space to celebrate and uplift the voices and experiences of women and gender minorities.

Later in the month, 51��Ƶ celebrated the Feast of Oscar Romero and honored the Women Martyrs of El Salvador. During El Salvador’s Civil War, four U.S. church women – Ita Ford, Maura Clarke, Dorothy Kazel, and Jean Donovan – were raped and murdered by U.S.-backed Salvadoran National Guardsmen on December 2, 1980, while assisting refugees. Additionally, Elba Ramos and her daughter Celina were killed in 1989 alongside Jesuit priests, highlighting the violent repression targeting those serving the poor during the civil war.

At the service of remembrance, Master of Divinity senior, the Rev. MaryJane Plote, preached and the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, interim dean and president, presided. The event was filled with beautiful music by the Chavez Family band, posters featuring photos and quotes from Oscar Romero’s life, books from the Harrison Library on the topic, and special prayers. One of those prayers was written by MDiv middler, Sam McRae, who wrote an original prayer for the opening of the service:

Holy and Merciful God, we give you thanks for the life and example of your daughters Maura, Ita, Dorothy, Jean, Elba and Celia who heard the call of your servant Saint Oscar Romero to serve your people of El Salvador; we acknowledge their imperfections, their missteps, and their struggles; we celebrate their love, their dedication, and their devotion to follow wherever you call. Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who thirst for your justice, and ache to do your will, may see ourselves within the faces of these, your daughters, and be encouraged; give us their strength and courage in your ultimate freedom to be peacemakers in times of war, disciples in times of darkness, and servants who faithfully work as the hands and feet of Christ. In your mercy, O Lord, give us, as you gave to them, the hope of salvation and the promise of eternal life; in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Good Shepherd, Advocate, and Friend, Amen.

Following the service, the whole community was invited to enjoy traditional El Salvadorian pupusas in the dining hall.

At the end of the month, the student-led annual Payne-Harvey Lecture featured the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, PhD this year. Read more about this exciting event and Fisher-Stewart’s time on campus here.

Together, these gatherings offered opportunities for reflection, learning, and celebration, highlighting the many ways women and gender minorities continue to shape the life of the Church and the wider world. Through shared meals, thoughtful conversation, worship, and community engagement, 51��Ƶ honored the legacy of those who have come before while encouraging the next generation of leaders to continue the work of justice, compassion, and faithful service.

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Latinx Counseling Concentration Seniors Present Community Collaboration Projects

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:13:04 +0000

On Monday, March 30, the Latinx Counseling Concentration (LCC) seniors presented their community collaboration and social justice projects to the community. The purpose of the community collaboration project is to support students in learning about Latinx-serving agencies that promote mental wellness, celebrate Latinx joy, foster community engagement, and provide outreach within the Latinx community.

“This component is designed to help students explore the range of resources available to the Latinx community while also contributing their time through volunteer work,” shared Stephanie Ramirez, Associate Professor of Counselor Education and Coordinator of the Latinx Counseling Concentration Program.��

As part of the project, students completed three hours of service with a Latinx-serving agency, engaging directly with the community and participating in continued learning experiences with Latinx populations.

The Latinx Counseling Concentration is a specialization offered by the seminary for Clinical Mental Health Counseling students with the purpose of preparing and training curious, culturally empathic, accepting, self-aware counselors. The objective of this concentration is to help foster bilingual and bicultural counselors in order to work more effectively with diverse generations within the Latino/Hispanic community. Students in the concentration will gain the knowledge, skills, and awareness needed in order to work with this population. The mission of 51��Ƶ’s Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is to prepare counselors through a social justice oriented curriculum and a spiritually integrated foundation so that they can be builders of beloved community. Learn more about the LCC and counseling program at 51��Ƶ here.

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Sarah Mast

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Madeline Hawley

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Sarah Mast

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Payne-Harvey Lecture 2026

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Dr. Marlon Johnson

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Dr. Teresa Fry-Brown

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51��Ƶ Launches Search for 10th Dean and President

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51��Ƶ Hosts Pauli Murray Reception Honoring Scholars and St. James’ Episcopal Church, Austin

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:19:37 +0000

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, 51��Ƶ welcomed guests to the Weeks Campus Center’s Howell Dining Hall for a special reception celebrating the Pauli Murray Scholarship. The evening followed the 5:30 p.m. Eucharist and brought together students, faculty, clergy, supporters, and community partners to honor the enduring legacy of Pauli Murray.

The Eucharist celebrated the Feast of Pauli Murray, an annual community-initiated service at 51��Ƶ,which is student-led and organized. This year’s thoughtful and meaningful service was organized and planned by MDiv senior Ariane “Ari” Gandy. This year’s presider was the Rev. Scott Madison, Class of 2025, and former Pauli Murray scholarship recipient. The Rev. Jewels Wolf, MDiv senior, preached an inspirational sermon at the service.

The program began at 7 p.m. with a welcome and blessing offered by the Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan, who also introduced the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, interim dean and president. Bishop Bruce reflected on the significance of the scholarship and its role in supporting students called to ministry and leadership in the Church. He then introduced Committee Chair the Rev. Mary Keenan.

Keenan offered remarks of gratitude and vision, highlighting the scholarship’s impact before introducing Judge Lora Livingston, who shared a brief history of the Pauli Murray Scholarship and its growth as a tangible expression of the seminary’s commitment to justice, equity, and theological education shaped by Murray’s witness.

Vickie Blumhagen then honored St. James’ Episcopal Church in Austin for its partnership and longstanding support of the scholarship, and introduced the Rev. Eileen O’Brien, Rector of St. James’. In her remarks, O’Brien reflected on the congregation’s history of courageous leadership:

“It is an honor for St. James’ Episcopal Church’s contribution to the Pauli Murray Scholarship at the 51��Ƶ to be recognized. Since 1941, this faithful community has been listening carefully for the needs of the people of God with an ear to equity and human dignity, and St. James’ has often gone out on a limb to take risks to do big things during times of transition in its own community’s life. This scholarship initiative is an example of that spiritual practice of holy risk-taking in response to human need and a vision for a more representative and equitable Church community. We are delighted to see it bear great fruit!”

Her words underscored how the scholarship reflects St. James’ commitment to “holy risk-taking” in pursuit of a more representative and equitable Church.

Later in the program, Keenan expanded on the scholarship’s impact on seminarians themselves, noting that its significance extends well beyond financial assistance. She shared that she hears repeatedly from recipients about the encouragement they experience through the generosity of St. James’:

“What the people of St. James’ did when they formed the Pauli Murray Scholarship is more than provide financial support. I hear again and again from seminarians who have received the scholarship how much it means that people they have never met support them, believe in them, and share their dreams for the future of the church.”

The program concluded with thanks to sponsors and supporters and current Pauli Murray Scholars were recognized. The evening closed with words of gratitude from Keenan and an invitation to continued fellowship. Marked by prayer, remembrance, and celebration, the reception reflected both the legacy of Pauli Murray and the seminary’s ongoing commitment to forming leaders for a more just and faithful Church.

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51��Ƶ Celebrated 100 Years of Black History Month with Community-Wide Events and Engagement

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:36 +0000

In February, 51��Ƶ marked Black History Month by creating and sharing an Austin Community Engagement Guide. The guide highlighted local Black-owned businesses, featured events taking place across the city, and offered historical context about the origins and significance of Black History Month. The resource invited students, alumni, supporters, and neighbors to deepen their engagement with Austin’s Black community throughout the month.

As part of its observance, 51��Ƶ hosted a Black History Month Keynote and Reception on Wednesday, February 4, on campus. The evening began with a keynote address in Knapp Auditorium, followed by a dessert reception in the dining hall. The event featured keynote speaker Chas Moore, co-founder and co-executive director of the Austin Justice Coalition.

Moore, a nationally respected organizer and speaker, shared insights from his work at the intersection of justice, abolition, and Black liberation. As organizing director of the Austin Justice Coalition, Moore led grassroots initiatives centered on the lives and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities impacted by systemic oppression. Under his leadership, the organization advocated for a historic $150 million reallocation from the Austin Police Department to fund community-centered alternatives, contributed to reshaping the city’s Use of Force policy, and led a successful campaign opposing a controversial police union contract.

51��Ƶ also hosted a Mardi Gras Celebration on Tuesday, February 17. The evening began with a welcome and live music from the Duane Carter Band in Howell Dining Hall, followed by dinner from a local food truck serving a fusion of Honduran and Creole cuisine, Five O Four. The celebration was open to the entire community and offered an opportunity for fellowship between all students. Students started a Second Line to retrieve and invite the Counseling students to join in the celebration when their classes ended.

On Thursday, February 19, the seminary gathered for a Feast of Pauli Murray Eucharist and Reception, honoring the life and witness of Pauli Murray. The service and reception invited the community into prayerful reflection on Murray’s enduring legacy of faith, justice, and advocacy. To learn more about the event and the scholarship, read more here.

In addition to its on-campus programming, 51��Ƶ encouraged participation in affiliated events across the city. Huston-Tillotson University hosted its Opening Black History Month Chapel Service on Tuesday, February 5. Later in the month, alumni and community partners joined the Celebrate Black Austin walking tour and block party hosted by Third Spaces in East Austin. The event included a free East Austin history tour, a vendor marketplace featuring Black-owned businesses and artisans, food trucks, and live music, marking 100 years of celebrating Black history in the city.

Reflecting on the month’s events, Dr. Awa Jangha, Loise Henderson Wessendorff Associate Professor of Spiritual Integration in Counseling, said, “This year we celebrated 100 years of Black History Month. The theme and focus of the events this year were on connecting with the community both internally (across our academic programs) and externally (in engagement with our local community). All month, 51��Ƶ’s Community Engagement Guide for Black History was highlighted as it also shared local events, national resources, and local Black owned businesses and restaurants to support. We kicked off with a dynamic Keynote Address by social justice activist, Chas Moore, worshipped together with Huston-Tillotson University at their Opening Black History Month Chapel Service, jubilously partied together in Mardi Gras style to the music of the Duane Carter Band, and finished the month supporting Celebrate Black ATX where the walking tour of East Austin highlighted local Black history. It was such a joy to connect, learn, and celebrate together.”

Through these gatherings and resources, 51��Ƶ sought to honor Black history, amplify Black voices, and foster deeper community engagement throughout Austin during Black History Month.

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The Rev. Jeehei Park, PhD Promoted to Associate Professor of New Testament

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:42:29 +0000

At its February 2026 meeting, the Board of Trustees of 51��Ƶ accepted leadership’s recommendation and unanimously approved tenure and promotion for the Rev. Jeehei Park, PhD advancing her to the rank of Associate Professor of New Testament effective immediately.��

“It is such a delight to have Dr. Park among us now as associate professor with tenure,” shared academic dean, the Rev. Benjamin King, PhD. “She is a formidable scholar of the New Testament and a terrific teacher of the same. There are countless ways in which Dr. Park serves this community internally and externally, including as a deacon in the United Methodist Church. What a gift to have her share her gifts with us in this more senior role!”

Reflecting on the milestone, Park expressed deep appreciation for her professional community and the personal significance of the moment. “I am deeply grateful to have received promotion and tenure,” she said. “This affirmation is both humbling and encouraging. I feel truly fortunate to be part of the 51��Ƶ community, where learning and growth are shared commitments. I believe we are living out what Paul teaches about community building — it is never perfect, yet we press on together with purpose and hope. I look forward to continued collaboration with all of the seminary’s constituents as we carry forward our mission to form leaders for ministry, service, and healing.”��

The Rev. Jeehei Park, Ph.D., joined the seminary faculty in 2021. Prior to coming to 51��Ƶ, she taught at General Theological Seminary. She holds a Master of Divinity (concentration in New Testament and Early Christianity) from Harvard Divinity School and a PhD in Christianity in Antiquity from Fordham University. Professor Park is the author of All Citizens of Christ: A Cosmopolitan Reading of Unity and Diversity in Paul’s Letters (Brill, 2022). Her research and teaching interests include the New Testament, race/ethnicity in the Roman world, material culture in early Christianity, and decolonial and postcolonial theories and theologies. Professor Park’s work has been recognized with several awards and fellowships including the Forum for Theological Exploration dissertation fellowship and the Louisville Institute postdoctoral fellowship. She is an ordained deacon in The United Methodist Church.��

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51��Ƶ Counseling Program Recognized Nationally, Reaffirmed by CACREP for Eight Years

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:33:12 +0000

The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree program is pleased to have received a reaffirmation of full accreditation by CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) for another eight years. CACREP accreditation represents the highest standard in counselor education curriculum nationwide and 51��Ƶ is proud to offer one of the only accredited clinical mental health counseling programs in Central Texas.��

The counseling program at 51��Ƶ has also received national recognition from CACREP as a model program for antiracist counselor education, infusing social and racial justice practices throughout the professional counseling curriculum. 51��Ƶ’s counseling program integrates spiritual competencies with professional counseling standards to equip graduates to serve “the whole person” and meet the needs of underserved communities.��

“Achieving a reaffirmation of our full CACREP accreditation is a testament to the excellence of our curriculum and counseling faculty,” shared Dr. Gena St. David, Director of the Loise Henderson Wessendorff Center for Counseling and Spirituality and Professor of Counselor Education. “Each of 51��Ƶ’s counseling professors are scholars of caliber. They are active clinicians and leaders within the national counseling field. And they are creative and caring individuals. It is a privilege to teach among such colleagues and lead this rich learning community.”

Find out more about the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree at 51��Ƶ here.

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Payne-Harvey Lecture Speaker Announced as the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, PhD

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:22:20 +0000

This year’s student-led Payne-Harvey Lecture will feature the Rev. Gayle Fisher-Stewart, PhD. The event will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Knapp Auditorium at 51��Ƶ.��

Before the lecture, all are invited to attend a Litany in Christ Chapel at 5:30pm and reception in the Howell Dining Hall at 6:00pm. For more information about the event and to RSVP, please visit this link.

The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, interim dean and president, shared: “I am very excited to welcome my friend and colleague the Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher Stewart to the 51��Ƶ campus for the Payne-Harvey Lecture. The community will benefit greatly from her words, sharing and her presence with us. I look forward to Q&A time with her as well.”

Gayle Fisher-Stewart is a priest in the Diocese of Washington. A native Washingtonian, prior to accepting the call to ordained ministry, she retired from the Metropolitan Police Department as a captain and then taught at the university level.�� She also consulted for the International City/County Management Association, the U.S. Department of Justice and local government organizations. Throughout her career, she has been ever mindful of the effects of racism in the criminal justice system, the educational system, and various communities in which she has served. She has been an outspoken advocate for making the reign of God a reality for everyone based on her belief that “we don’t have to live this way.” The violence, economic inequities, racism and all the other -isms and phobias are choices we make in violation of the love God showed at creation and continues to show in spite of human beings “missing the mark.” After nine years as president of the Crummell-Cooper Chapter, Union of Black Episcopalians, she has turned over the gavel to a new president and continues to serve on the diocesan reparations committee and as the chaplain for the Takoma Park Police Department (MD). She served on the diocesan finance committee and the Washington National Cathedral’s racial justice committee and was part of the committee that pushed for the removal of the Robert E. Lee-Stonewall Jackson windows at the Cathedral. She was the 2024 recipient of the Union of Black Episcopalians “Bishop Quentin Primo, Jr.” award for “extraordinary leadership as a pastor and advocate for justice in the community, church and beyond.”

Committed to making the reign of God real for everyone at the grass-roots level, she has written on race, policing and the Episcopal Church.�� “To Serve and Protect:�� Race, the Police and the Episcopal Church in the Black Lives Matter Era” was published in the Summer (2017) edition of the “Anglican Theological Review.” Her book, Preaching Black Lives (Matter) (2020) asks and answers the question, what would the church look like if black lives mattered? In Black and Episcopalian: The Struggle for Inclusion (2021), she makes the case that African Americans should be able to bring their authentic selves to the church and not be forced to fit into a mold determined by the dominant culture. In response to the uprisings over the police murder of Mr. George Floyd, she developed and presented the curriculum: “To Serve and Protect: Bridging the Gap Between the Police and the Black Community.” She recently published the 2nd edition of her third book, Church Hurt: Reparations for My Soul – Healing Racialized Trauma, which makes the case that the trauma of racism and white supremacy must be fully acknowledged before the church can begin the process of reparations/repair and what needs to be done in our current age.

She lives in Takoma Park, MD, and the love of her life is her son, David.

Hosted by 51��Ƶ’s Board of Trustees and supported by student leadership, the Payne-Harvey Lecture series remains a cornerstone of the seminary’s commitment to bringing timely, diverse, and visionary voices to its campus. Named in honor of the Rt. Rev. Claude E. Payne—former bishop of the Diocese of Texas and longtime chair of the seminary’s board—and the late Dean Hudnall Harvey, who served as 51��Ƶ’s dean until his untimely death in 1972, the lecture series remains focused on mission, leadership, and the evolving challenges and opportunities facing the Episcopal Church.

The lecture will be live-streamed on the seminary website as well as on the 51��Ƶ .��

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51��Ƶ Seminarians Attended Episcopal Church’s Seminarians of Color Conference

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:18:56 +0000

By Sascha Anderson, Postulant from the Diocese of the Rio Grande

In January of this year, a group of seven AAPI, Black, Indigenous, and Latinx seminarians from 51��Ƶ joined seminarians from across the Episcopal Church at the Seminarians of Color Conference, held in Oklahoma City. The conference brought together BIPOC students from seminaries and divinity schools across the country with folks from the Episcopal Church’s Asian America, African Descent, Indigenous, and Latino Ministries departments. We heard from recent seminary graduates, lay leaders, and bi-vocational clergy.�� We heard from powerful speakers like the Reverend Guy Hewitt, Director of the Racial Justice Unit for the Church of England, who spoke to us about racial reconciliation in the Church of England; and the Rev. Dr. Mary Christ (Amskapi Pikuni / Blackfeet Nation), who spoke to us about her incredible work with St. Michael’s Ministry Center in Riverside, CA, funding and establishing a permanent supportive housing initiative from the ground up.��

The value that came from being in a room with other seminarians who shared lived experiences cannot be overstated. To be in a room surrounded by people praying in Xhosa, Chahta, Lakota, Japanese, Spanish, and other languages felt, to me, like the best expression of God’s church and the past, present, and future of our faith communities. Clergy of color continue to face myriad challenges in ministry–including access to seminary education and mentorship after seminary–but bringing us together to learn from one another and to build solidarity was a true blessing. It also highlighted the continued need for our faith communities to continue to invest resources in developing clergy and church leadership who reflect the diversity of all of God’s people, as diverse and vibrant communities are not built without strong and sustained support.��

I am tremendously grateful to the missioners and staff of the Episcopal Church who made this possible and to 51��Ƶ for support in attending the conference. I’m already looking forward to next year!

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The Rev. David Sugeno

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The Rev. Teresa L. Fry Brown, PhD Named 2026 McDonald Teaching Award Recipient

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:33:46 +0000

51��Ƶ recently announced that the Rev. Teresa L. Fry Brown, PhD, is the 2026 McDonald Teaching Award recipient. Dr. Fry Brown is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (2022-present) and Bandy Professor of Preaching (2015-present) at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She will receive the award on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the midday Eucharist service and assembly in Christ Chapel on the campus of 51��Ƶ.

Established upon the retirement of Dean Emeritus the Very Rev. Durstan R. McDonald in 2002, the McDonald Teaching Award is given each year by the Faculty of 51��Ƶ in recognition of exceptional teaching in the spirit of the award’s namesake. Dr. Fry Brown was nominated for this year’s award by Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson, Assistant Professor of Preaching at 51��Ƶ.

“Dr. Fry Brown represents the very best of homiletical scholarship and pastoral formation,” shared Dr. Robinson. “As someone who has benefited from her mentorship, I’m especially grateful to celebrate this recognition of her impact and to welcome her into our shared learning space.”

In addition to receiving the award, Dr. Fry Brown will guest lecture during Dr. Robinson’s Intertextual Preaching course on Monday, March 9th.

Additionally, Dr. Fry Brown served as the fourteenth Historiographer, the editor of the A.M.E. Review, Executive Director of Research and Scholarship (2012-2024), and President of the General Officers’ Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (2021- 2024). Dr. Fry Brown was Director of Black Church Studies at Candler (2007-2015). Dr. Fry Brown obtained a Doctor of Philosophy in Religious and Theological Studies from the Iliff School of Theology and the University of Denver, with an emphasis in Religion and Social Transformation (1996). She earned a Juris Master’s from Emory University School of Law (2025), a Master of Divinity from Iliff School of Theology (1988), a Master of Science degree (1975), and a Bachelor of Science degree (1973) in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri.��

The midday service where Dr. Fry Brown will be presented with the McDonald Award is open to the public, and will be livestreamed at the ssw.edu website and the.

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The Rev. Dr. Russ Levenson

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Jewels Wolf

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The Rev. Nancy Frausto

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Dominique Robinson

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51��Ƶ Counseling and Theology faculty to present nationally on clergy well-being and counselor formation

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:40:10 +0000

Members of the faculty from 51��Ƶ will take part in two national gatherings in early spring, bringing the seminary’s work in theological education, mental health formation, and clergy well-being into conversation with church and academic leaders from across the country.

At the end of February, Dr. Marlon Johnson, the Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson, and Dr. Awa Jangha will travel to Chicago to present at the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference, one of the nation’s largest annual gatherings focused on faith, justice, and leadership in the Black church tradition. The conference, which convenes clergy, scholars, and community leaders each year, centers on preaching, public theology, and the intersection of faith and social transformation.��

The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference gives a special focus on the seminarian experience, and, “affords an unprecedented and unique opportunity for seminarians to partake in a specially designed intensive.”��

The 51��Ƶ faculty members will collaborate with the Rev. Dr. Brandon Crowley of Episcopal Divinity School on a panel addressing clergy well-being, entitled “Tending the Shepherds: Clergy Wellbeing in a Time of Burnout and Renewal”. Dr. Crowley was the Crump Visiting Professor and Black Religious Scholars Group Scholar-in-Residence for the 2021-2022 academic year at 51��Ƶ.��

More information about this year’s gathering is available at .

The seminary’s presence at the Proctor Conference continues its longstanding engagement with national theological networks and conversations around pastoral leadership, racial justice, and congregational vitality.

Also, on Friday, March 6, Johnson will deliver a keynote address at the Texas Counseling Association’s midwinter gathering, entitled “Break, Bond, or Burn: Getting Fired Up for Counselor Education.” His keynote will explore “fire as a metaphor for advocacy and growth within counselor education and supervision.” Details about the conference can be found .

Together, the upcoming presentations in Chicago and Texas reflect 51��Ƶ’s investment in both clergy well-being and counselor education at a time when faith communities and helping professions alike are grappling with burnout, rapid change, and new opportunities for collaboration.

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Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce Commissioned as Interim Dean and President

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:23:35 +0000

On January 29, 51��Ƶ commissioned the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce as interim dean and president during the Thursday evening community Eucharist in Christ Chapel, marking the beginning of her leadership at 51��Ƶ. The Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan, bishop suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas and chair of the 51��Ƶ Board of Trustees, preached and presided. Members of the Board were present to offer prayers and formally commission Bishop Bruce in her new role.

Students, faculty, staff, trustees, alumni, and members of the wider Austin community gathered for the service, which celebrated both continuity and a sense of new energy in the seminary’s common life. Prayers were offered for Bishop Bruce’s ministry and for the seminary’s ongoing work of forming leaders for ministry, service, and healing across the church and in the world.

“What an honor and a privilege to join the 51��Ƶ in this time of transition,” said Bishop Bruce. “This is a strong, vibrant, multifaceted community of learning, and I am proud to be a part of it.”

Bishop Bruce comes to 51��Ƶ with broad experience in Episcopal and pastoral leadership. Most recently she served as bishop provisional of the Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri, where she helped guide the diocese through a period of transition with an emphasis on collaboration, clarity, and care for relationships. Previous to that position, she served as bishop suffragan in the Diocese of Los Angeles for 11 ½ years and has long been known for her commitment to multicultural ministry and formation for mission. She brings to 51��Ƶ a reputation for relational leadership and for helping institutions move faithfully through times of change.

Following the service, the community gathered in the Howell dining hall for a festive reception celebrating Bishop Bruce’s love for barbeque (both Texas and Kansas City styles) and Motown classics. Students and staff mingled with trustees and local supporters, offering greetings and conversation as Bishop Bruce was warmly welcomed into the life of the seminary community. The evening carried a spirit of celebration and anticipation, pointing toward the work ahead and the shared commitment to 51��Ƶ’s mission.

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Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe Announced as Commencement Speaker

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:19:30 +0000

51��Ƶ proudly announced that the Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe, 28th Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, will deliver the commencement address at the Commencement Exercises on May 20, 2026. In addition to giving the address, Rowe will receive an honorary doctorate from the seminary.

Honorary doctorates will also be awarded to the Rt. Rev. Austin Rios ‘03, Bishop of California, Clarke Heidrick, and the Honorable Lora Livingston, both former Board of Trustee members from 2016-2025.

“What an honor to have our Presiding Bishop as our commencement speaker!” shared the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce, interim dean and president. “Having known him for over 16 years, and working closely with him for most of that time, it is a great honor to have him with us! I am also excited that 51��Ƶ selected an additional three stellar members of the community to receive honorary doctorate degrees. This will be a much blessed day at the seminary.”��

The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe was elected presiding bishop and primate of The Episcopal Church in June 2024 and took office on Nov. 1 for a nine-year term. In this role, he serves as the church’s chief pastor and CEO. Known for his expertise in organizational learning and adaptive change, Rowe is committed to strengthening support for local ministry and mission.��

He was ordained bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2007 after serving as rector of St. John’s in Franklin, Pennsylvania, for seven years. From 2014 to 2018, he served as bishop provisional of the Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem, and from 2019 to 2024, he led a partnership between the Episcopal Dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York.��

Rowe holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Grove City College, a Master of Divinity degree from Virginia Theological Seminary, and a doctorate in organizational learning and leadership from Gannon University. He has served as a leader of many civic and churchwide organizations and governance bodies, and as parliamentarian for the House of Bishops.��

The 51��Ƶ Commencement Exercises will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd on May 20, 2026, at 10am. The event is open to the public and will be livestreamed to the seminary website and Facebook page. Find out more information about the commencement events here.

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New Essay Collection Wisdom, Knowledge, and Faith Highlights Voices Shaping the Future of Episcopal Theology

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:46:06 +0000

Wisdom, Knowledge, and Faith: New Essays on the Future of Theology and the Episcopal Church—a forthcoming collection from Church Publishing Incorporated—brings together fifteen contemporary Episcopal thinkers reflecting on the vocation, challenges, and promise of theology in the life of The Episcopal Church. Edited by the Rev. Kelli Joyce and Robert MacSwain, this volume introduces readers to a rich diversity of voices, from established scholars to rising theological leaders. The book also features a foreword by Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe, who frames the collection as an important contribution to the church’s ongoing theological discernment and mission.

Among the contributors is Anthony Baker, PhD, Professor of Systematic Theology, whose essay engages critically with theological vocation and the work of theology in the church today. His participation underscores the book’s commitment to both scholarly depth and ecclesial relevance.

Joyce, a co-editor of the collection, is not only shaping this important theological conversation in print but also in the classroom—serving as an adjunct faculty member for the Spring 2026 semester at 51��Ƶ, where she brings her expertise in doctrinal, liturgical, and contemporary theological concerns to a new cohort of students.

To celebrate the ideas in Wisdom, Knowledge, and Faith, a public webinar titled “Wisdom, Knowledge, and Faith: The Future of Theology” is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM ET. The event will feature a distinguished panel of Episcopal theologians—Scott MacDougall, Kara Slade, Kelli Joyce, and Olufemi Gonsalves—moderated by Robert MacSwain. Panelists will explore emerging trends, innovative approaches, and essential questions shaping theological education and practice, while sharing how their own intellectual journeys inform their vision for the discipline. Registration for the webinar is available .

This book and its accompanying conversation offer readers and participants alike a chance to engage with fresh perspectives on the future of theology in the church and academy.��

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51��Ƶ Senior Defends MAR Thesis, Begins PhD in New Testament

Tatiana Hoecker — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:32:56 +0000

On December 2, 2025, Catharine Corder successfully defended her Master of Arts in Religion thesis, “A Novel Approach to Acts: Conceiving a Hybrid Church.” Her committee included Anthony Baker, PhD, the Rev. Jeehei Park, PhD, and Rodney Caruthers, PhD from Austin Seminary who all shared their enthusiasm for both her argument and methodology, as well as the overall execution of the project.

“As her faculty mentor, I am very proud of Catharine for the academic achievement she made here,” said Park. “Her openness, curiosity, and commitment were inspiring, and I am thrilled to see her journey continue at Brite Divinity School.”

Baker added, “Our MAR program gives students the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor, diving into research questions that they are passionate about. Catharine’s work with Dr. Park is a shining example of the kind of deep and meaningful work students in this program can produce.”

Catharine will continue her academic journey this spring as she begins her PhD program in Biblical Interpretation, concentrating in New Testament.��

51��Ƶ’s Master of Arts in Religion program prepares students for doctoral study, teaching, lay leadership, and a wide range of ministries by combining rigorous academic study with close faculty mentorship and a vibrant residential community. Students pursue focused research in areas such as biblical studies, theology, ethics, and church history while benefiting from the seminary’s interdisciplinary life alongside MDiv and counseling students. With small cohorts, individualized advising, and opportunities for advanced research and writing, the MAR program offers a strong foundation for those discerning further academic work or seeking deeper theological formation for service in the church and world.

To learn more, visit the 51��Ƶ website or schedule a visit.

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Dr. Anthony Baker

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The Very Rev. Dr. David Monteith

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Black History Month Keynote 2026

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Message from the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce on the Letter from the Bishops

Tatiana Hoecker — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:53:26 +0000

My siblings at 51��Ƶ,

I write to you today to let you know that at 8:00am ET this morning, I was 1 of 154 bishops who signed a letter that was posted on to reach people across the spectrum who care about fairness, safety, and the rule of law. The concerns we bishops are raising—protecting children, ensuring safe communities, and upholding human dignity peacefully—belong to everyone, not to one political side or the other. That letter can be found and below this message.

Our message as bishops is simple: we’re calling for peaceful, lawful ways to stand up for what’s right. Real safety comes from mutual respect, courage, and moral accountability. By sharing this message, where many independent and centrist readers turn for news, we’re inviting reflection, rather than argument.

As a seminary in Texas with strong and meaningful ties to Latinx communities, we see each day the effect these immigration enforcement efforts have on our neighbors, our friends, and ourselves. These are trying times for our entire nation.��

We’re praying for everyone affected—essential workers, law enforcement officers, immigrant families, and local communities—because we’re all in this together.

Our Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe posted his own message last week which you can find .

These are complex times in a complex world — but the simple truth is that we are bound by our love of Jesus to speak the truth in love. The letter from the bishops is one that is rooted in the recent senseless deaths in Minnesota, but more deaths, more separations, more unlawful detainments have been made. Our letter is one point in time, but the time has come for our voices to be raised.

A message to our fellow Americans

We, the undersigned bishops of The Episcopal Church, write today out of grief, righteous anger, and steadfast hope.

What happened a week ago in Minnesota and is happening in communities across the country runs counter to God’s vision of justice and peace. This crisis is about more than one city or state—it’s about who we are as a nation. The question before us is simple and urgent: Whose dignity matters?

In the wake of the tragic deaths of two U.S. citizens, Alex Pretti and Renee Good, we join Minnesotans and people across the nation in mourning two precious lives lost to state-sanctioned violence. We grieve with their families, their friends, and everyone harmed by the government’s policies. When fear becomes policy, everyone suffers.

We call on Americans to trust their moral compass—and to question rhetoric that trades in fear rather than the truth. As Episcopalians, our moral compass is rooted firmly in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This is what we know. Women were shoved to the ground, children torn from their families, and citizens silenced and demeaned for exercising their constitutional rights. These actions sow fear, cast doubt, and wear us down with endless noise.

We cannot presume to speak for everyone or prescribe only one way to respond. For our part, we can only do as Jesus’ teaching shows us.

A Call for Action

This is a moment for action. We call on people of faith to stand by your values and act as your conscience demands.

We urge the immediate suspension of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Minnesota and in any community where enforcement has eroded public trust. Because the rule of law is weakened, not strengthened, when power is exercised without restraint.

We also call for transparent, independent investigations of the people killed—investigations centered on truth, not politics. Justice cannot wait, and accountability is essential to healing.

We call on the elected officials of our nation to remember the values that we share, including the rule of law. Rooted in our Constitution, it ensures that law—not the

arbitrary will of individuals—governs us all, protecting individual rights, ensuring fairness, and maintaining stability.

A Shared Commitment

Every act of courage matters. We must keep showing up for one another. We are bound together because we are all made in the image of God. This begins with small, faithful steps.

As bishops in the Episcopal Church, we promise to keep showing up—to pray, to speak, and to stand with every person working to make our communities just, safe, and whole. We are committed to making our communities safer and more compassionate:

So children can walk to school without fear.
So families can shop, work, and worship freely.
So we recognize the dignity of every neighbor—immigrant communities, military families, law enforcement officers, nurses, teachers, and essential workers alike.

You may feel powerless, angry, or heartbroken right now. Know that you’re not alone. Each of us has real power: community power, financial power, political power, and knowledge power. We can show up for our neighbors, support small businesses and food banks, contact elected officials and vote, and learn our rights so we can speak up peacefully without fear.

Choosing Hope

The question before us is simple and urgent: Whose dignity matters? Our faith gives a clear answer: everyone’s.

Safety built on fear is an illusion. True safety comes when we replace fear with compassion, violence with justice, and unchecked power with accountability. That’s the vision our faith calls us to live out—and the promise our country is meant to uphold.

In the face of fear, we choose hope.

By the grace of God, may this season of grief become a season of renewal. May courage rise from lament, and love take root in every heart.

View the full letter with signing bishops’ names . A Spanish translation can be found at this .

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The Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan – Commissioning of the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce

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A Season of Leadership and Hope: Introducing 51��Ƶ’s Interim Dean and President

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:14:49 +0000

The Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan and the Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce at a welcome tea party for Bishop Bruce at 51��Ƶ

The Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce has joined 51��Ƶ as Interim Dean and President, bringing with her decades of experience in parish ministry, diocesan leadership, and collaborative institutional life. In the conversation below, Bishop Bruce shares what excites her about 51��Ƶ, how her varied vocational path has shaped her approach to leadership, and what gives her hope for the future.

What drew you to 51��Ƶ in particular, and what excites you most about serving the community during this season of growth?

I have long admired the forward-thinking direction the 51��Ƶ has taken. From the Iona Collaborative to the Mental Health Counseling Program; from the MDiv, MAR, and MSD degrees to the Latinx and chaplaincy concentrations, these offerings reflect a holistic approach to formation that meets the needs of both the church and the world today.

The Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce’s welcome remarks to the faculty and staff at 51��Ƶ

What parts of your personal and professional background have most shaped who you are today and the way you approach leadership?

Having served as a banker for 17 years, a curate in a downtown county seat, a rector of a bilingual parish in a beach community, a bishop overseeing multicultural ministry and stewardship, and a provisional bishop in the heart of the country, I have learned that the most important work any leader can do is to build strong professional relationships. For me, leadership is rooted in listening and collaboration to ensure the success of the organization as a whole. Listening allows leaders to think holistically and to guide an institution not by personal will alone, but by the insight and wisdom of those who carry out the work day by day.

What are you most looking forward to experiencing in Austin, both on campus and in the wider city?

Since my son completed his MA and PhD at the University of Texas, I am already familiar with much of Austin. I have visited this seminary many times, which is part of why I have grown to love it so deeply. I enjoy exploring not only the seminary’s immediate surroundings, but the city of Austin and the region beyond. Over time, I have compiled a list of “must-see” places and restaurants, drawing recommendations from friends and sources like Atlas Obscura. I look forward to spending weekends exploring and checking items off that list, in part as a way to better understand the environment in which the seminary is planted.

The Rt. Rev. Diane Jardine Bruce at Monday Connection in January

As you step into this role, what do you see as the seminary’s greatest strengths—and where do you sense opportunities for growth or renewal?

This seminary has a long, strong history of enriching the world with people prepared to preach, teach, counsel, care for, and change the world. The faculty and staff excel at their work, and those who come here to study in any of the disciplines offered or who participate locally in the work of the Iona Collaborative, are enriched by the experience which helps make wherever they land in the ministry or work a much better place. In terms of growth or renewal, I will always advocate for diversity and reconciliation – meaning that expanding and enhancing the opportunities to look deeply at our shared history, tell the truth about all that has happened around us, and work towards healing is paramount. I am grateful that this Seminary is long down this road. Is there more that can be done? Of course there is. This is complex work. I am grateful to the openness to do this work here.��

What gives you hope right now—for theological and counselor education, for the Church, and for the future of 51��Ƶ?

I believe the 51��Ƶ is a beacon of light and hope for the Episcopal Church—a community marked by respect, hospitality, and mutuality. The seminary honors, integrates, and lives out a wide range of essential disciplines through a shared life of conversation and collaboration, all of which are vital to the life of the church and the needs of the world today. To lose any part of these multifaceted programs would diminish the seminary’s ability to serve both the church and the wider world. My heart is full of joy every time I talk to a student or a member of the faculty or staff – what incredibly gifted people!

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Office of Armed Forces and Federal Ministries Invites Greater Engagement Across the Church

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:34:54 +0000

From The Episcopal Church Office of Armed Forces and Federal Ministries:

The Office of Armed Forces and Federal Ministries is inviting Parishes and Dioceses of the Episcopal Church into a renewed season of connection and partnership with veterans, service members, chaplains, and military families. This ministry extends beyond the Armed Forces to include those serving in federal institutions and in hospital settings where pastoral care is urgently needed.

The Rev. Angel Roque, the Rt. Rev. Ann Ritonia, and MDiv junior and military chaplaincy concentration student, Greg Schell in Christ Chapel

Guided by the Rt. Rev. Ann Ritonia, Bishop Suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, the office provides pastoral support and ecclesiastical endorsement for military, VA, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and hospital chaplains. The office also collaborates with dioceses and congregations to nurture and strengthen ministries that walk alongside veterans, members of the military and their families. Bishop Ritonia’s leadership is shaped by a commitment to compassionate presence and a deep respect for the sacrifices and gifts of those who serve.

Bishop Ritonia encourages lay leaders, clergy, and seminarians to discern how they might engage with this work. Some may feel drawn to military or federal chaplaincy. Others may be discerning hospital chaplaincy or a call to develop veterans ministry within their parish or diocese. Many are already faithfully serving in these spaces, and the church welcomes anyone who feels a sense of call, curiosity, or desire to connect with this special population.

The Rt. Rev. Ann Ritonia preaching in Christ Chapel

To support this effort, the office is conducting a Church-wide survey. The survey aims to identify veterans and active military families within congregations, learn where ministries are already thriving, and understand where new opportunities for chaplaincy and pastoral care are emerging. It also provides a way for individuals to express interest in military, VA, Federal Bureau of Prisons, or Federal chaplaincy and to explore the possibility of serving their diocese as a Veteran/Military Missioner.

At the recent Veterans Day service, a veteran approached our team after hearing Bishop Ritonia preach. With emotion in his voice, he shared that her willingness to name moral injury and moral injustice during the sermon made him feel genuinely seen for the first time in years. He said, “most people thank us for our service, but no one ever acknowledges the weight we carry. Today, I felt understood.”

That moment reminded us that healing often begins with simply being recognized, being named, honored, and remembered by the church. For veterans who have carried silent burdens, even a single sermon can open the door to hope.

This is why our work continues. And this is why your voice, your story, and your support truly matter.

51��Ƶ students, Greg Schell and Chris Bird, wear their uniforms for Veterans Day 2025

The Office of Armed Forces and Federal Ministries invite all members of the Episcopal Church to complete the survey below. The responses received will help guide the development of future partnerships and resources that support veterans, military families, chaplains, and all who feel called to minister among them.

To take part in the survey, please .��

For more information, or to connect with the office, we warmly invite you to .

If you feel called to support the work of our Military and VA chaplains, please consider making a monetary gift by using this link –��

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The Rev. Jeehei Park

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Inaugural Dave Scheider Award Highlights 57th Blandy Lecture and Alumni Convocation

Tatiana Hoecker — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:16:48 +0000

This past November, for the 57th consecutive year, the Blandy Lecture and Alumni Convocation gathered alumni and friends of 51��Ƶ for a joyful time of reunion, learning, and fellowship. Planned and led by the 51��Ƶ Alumni Association Steering Committee and Office of Advancement and Communications, this year’s Blandy delivered the invigorating, inspirational experience that generations of 51��Ƶ graduates have come to cherish. The intermingling of alumni, guests, and current students across campus offered a vivid reminder that members of the 51��Ƶ community never truly depart—they simply serve in new locations.

The festivities began the evening prior with a virtual reunion featuring reflections and conversation with current 51��Ƶ leadership. The day of Blandy opened with Morning Prayer before attendees joined one of three class sessions: New Testament with the Rev. Dr. Jeehei Park, Theology with Dr. Tony Baker, or Anglican Studies with the Rev. Nathan Jennings, Ph.D.

The Rev. James Pevehouse presents the Hal Brook Perry Award to the Rev. Andy Andrews

At midday, alumni gathered with students, faculty, and staff for Holy Eucharist, during which the Hal Brook Perry Award was presented to the Rev. Andy Andrews. Andrews, who earned his M.Div. from 51��Ƶ in 1996, currently serves as Missioner for Beloved Community and Congregational Vitality in the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi. His ministry centers on reconciliation, healing, and justice—work that has shaped parish communities, strengthened diocesan initiatives, and built partnerships in places yearning for transformation and hope. His leadership reflects the spirit of faithful engagement and compassionate service that Hal Brook Perry embodied and encouraged. Read the award citation here.

The Rev. Dr. Minerva Skeith ’19 presided at the Eucharist, and the Rev. Constance Coleman-Fletcher ’20 preached (view sermon here).

Over lunch with the full community, Eric Scott, Vice President for Advancement and Communications, offered words of welcome—kicking off his remarks with a celebratory walk to the podium carrying the Polity Bowl trophy. Afterward, guests explored campus including Trinity Crossing outside the Bishop Dena A. Harrison Library and the Campus Bookstore, where alumni enjoyed dessert and browsed the latest Thuribull gear.

Dr. Gena St. David and Kazu Haga speak during the workshop

In the afternoon, Blandy lecturer Kazu Haga joined Dr. Gena St. David for a workshop titled “Embodied Nonviolence in a Time of Collective Tension.” Their conversation drew on themes from Dr. St. David’s forthcoming book The Nonviolent Brain: Unlocking our Potential to Save the Planet, Animals, and Ourselves and Haga’s recently published Fierce Vulnerability: Healing from Trauma, Emerging Through Collapse. Designed especially for MHC students and alumni, the workshop offered continuing education credit and invited participants to explore the spiritual and neurobiological foundations of nonviolent practice.

After the workshop and Evening Prayer, attendees gathered in the dining hall for a festive dinner and the chance to reconnect with friends old and new.

Dr. Gena St. David presenting the Dave Scheider Award to Kevin Overton-Hadnot

Before the keynote address, the Alumni Association presented the inaugural Dave Scheider Award, named in honor of the Rev. Dave Scheider, whose vision and determination shaped the founding of 51��Ƶ’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Scheider imagined a program where spirituality and psychology were deeply integrated—forming counselors prepared to be healers in every dimension of human experience.

The award’s first recipient, Kevin Overton-Hadnot ’23, exemplifies this holistic vision. As founder of Counseling For Us in Austin, Overton-Hadnot has expanded access to culturally responsive mental health care, reduced stigma around therapy, and created therapeutic environments rooted in dignity and belonging. His work demonstrates both professional excellence and unwavering commitment to community well-being. Read the award citation here.

Kevin Overton-Hadnot and the Rev. Dave Scheider

“It was uplifting to greet so many mental health counseling alumni returning to campus to spend the evening with former faculty and current students,” said Dr. Gena St. David, Director of the Louise Henderson Wessendorff Center for Counseling and Spirituality. “We are grateful for everyone who contributed to this warm, inspiring homecoming. From the counseling CEU workshop, to the dinner, inaugural counseling award, and keynote lecture, the time together was poignant and energizing.”

Kazu Haga delivering the Blandy Lecture

The evening concluded with the keynote lecture delivered by Kazu Haga, who spoke on the meaning of nonviolence, his journey in reconciliation work, and the intentional community of Canticle Farm where he makes his home.

51��Ƶ Academic Dean, the Rev. Benjamin King, Ph.D., shared, “I was delighted that our Blandy lecturer addressed the concerns of alums and students across all our programs. Kazu Haga reminded us that in this fraught time for the world we must pay attention to the smaller points of joy or abundance or grace in our lives, and so begin to see the patterns of those things throughout creation. I came away from the lecture filled with hope and grateful for our alums who, through their service, change the world in innumerable small and big ways.”��

“Once again, this year, our events brought together the best of the seminary’s traditions with some new traditions for our entire Alumni community to build upon for the future,” reflected the Rev. Lecia Brannon, Director of Alumni Relations and liaison to the Alumni Association Steering Committee. “Whether our alumni were on campus or joining virtually, our Alumni Convocation events and the Blandy Lecture offered a 51��Ƶ connection for everyone. Thank you to the members of the Alumni Steering Committee and the 51��Ƶ Alumni Association for their dedication and commitment to this event for the seminary community.”��

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The Rev. Steven Tomlinson, Ph.D. to Offer Closing Keynote at EPN 2026, Inviting Church Leaders to Imagine What Comes Next

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:55:04 +0000

The 2026 gathering will conclude with a compelling keynote from the Rev. Steven Tomlinson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Leadership and Administration at 51��Ƶ. In a session titled “The Living Story of Faith: Grace, Imagination, and What Comes Next,” Tomlinson will draw together the themes and wisdom of the week, inviting attendees into a deeper reflection on the Church’s unfolding journey.

Tomlinson brings a wide-ranging background to this keynote. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from Stanford University and previously taught economics and finance at The University of Texas at Austin for 17 years, where he designed and directed the MBA professional development program. He also coaches and consults with leaders across Wall Street, Fortune 500 companies, and high-tech start-ups on communication and leadership strategy. Beyond academia, he is an accomplished playwright and performer whose award-winning solo shows have appeared in Austin and off-Broadway.

Known for his gifts as a storyteller, theologian, and teacher, Tomlinson will guide participants beyond strategies and solutions toward discerning the “living story” being woven through their time together. He will highlight key patterns expected to shape the week: the courage to face difficult truths, the willingness to be repaired and renewed, the hope nurtured in community, and the joy found in lifelong formation.

Using humor, narrative, and spiritual insight, Tomlinson will emphasize that the Church’s relationships, imagination, and witness reveal God at work in the world. He will remind attendees that both EPN and the wider Episcopal Church are part of a vibrant and interconnected body—one that equips leaders, strengthens parishes, and boldly envisions the future.

As the conference draws to a close, participants will leave renewed in faith and imagination, charged with building a Church that listens deeply, leads with grace, and meets the present moment with creativity and hope.

Find out more about Tomlinson’s keynote and the EPN conference .

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Anglican Theological Review Highlights Roundtable on Anthony Baker’s Leaving Emmaus

Tatiana Hoecker — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:46:54 +0000

The Fall 2025 issue of (Vol. 107, No. 4) features a substantive roundtable exploring Leaving Emmaus: A New Departure in Christian Theology (Baylor University Press, 2021) by Dr. Anthony D. Baker, Clinton S. Quin Professor of Systematic Theology at 51��Ƶ. Originating as a live panel conversation, the exchange was compiled and edited by Daniel Strandlund of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina and brings together four distinct responses followed by Baker’s concluding reply.

Cheryl Kirk-Duggan of Oblate School of Theology opens the discussion with a concise summary and pointed critique of Baker’s argument, urging a deeper engagement with the systemic dimensions of sin. Craig Hovey of Ashland University turns to Scripture, examining the biblical grounding and interpretive consequences of Baker’s theological vision. The Rt. Rev. Andrew C. Doyle, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, situates Leaving Emmaus in conversation with Karl Barth and metaphysical theologians such as Catherine Pickstock and Sergius Bulgakov, highlighting Baker’s contributions within broader theological currents.

David Bentley Hart of the University of Notre Dame offers both praise and provocation, commending the book as a “minor dogmatics” while questioning Baker’s approach to doctrinal development and eschatology. Baker closes the roundtable with thoughtful reflections, addressing his respondents’ insights and challenges and expanding on the constructive possibilities of his work.

The Fall 2025 issue underscores ATR’s ongoing commitment to rigorous, imaginative theological dialogue—inviting readers into a lively and multifaceted engagement with one of contemporary theology’s notable contributions.

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51��Ƶ Appoints the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce as Interim Dean and President

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:29:15 +0000

The Board of Trustees of 51��Ƶ (51��Ƶ) is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce as Interim Dean and President, effective January 2, 2026. The Executive Committee of the Board, following consultation with an advisory group of seminary administrators and faculty, and the concurrence of the Board, made the appointment at a specially called meeting on November 14th, at which it also selected the Isaacson Miller search firm to assist with the search for the 10th Dean and President.

The Rt. Rev. Diane M. Jardine Bruce

Bishop Bruce, a well-known leader in The Episcopal Church with extensive experience in diocesan leadership, multicultural ministry, budgeting, and organizational development, will guide the seminary during the transition. “I am thrilled to join the students, staff, and faculty at 51��Ƶ and to walk with them and the Board through this time of transition!” said Bishop Bruce. “I have long admired the work and direction of this fine and forward-thinking��institution and am excited to be a part of it.”

“Bishop Bruce takes a relational approach to her work of oversight, deepening trust through listening and partnering with other leaders,” said the Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan, Chair of the 51��Ƶ Board of Trustees. “She understands the role of an interim to strengthen the institution during a time of transition and will be a thoughtful and wise support and guide for our whole community. Her financial expertise and gifts as a seasoned leader in multicultural ministry make her well-suited to lead 51��Ƶ in this season.”

Bishop Bruce most recently served as Bishop Provisional of the Diocese of West Missouri (2021–2025), where she led the diocese of 47 congregations through a successful period of stabilization and preparation for the election of their next Bishop Diocesan. During her tenure, she worked with diocesan leaders to revamp governance structures, establish a zero-based and narrative budgeting process, and rebuild key commissions and committees. She currently serves on the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church, where she is Chair of the Joint Budget Committee and Vice Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on Finance.��

Bishop Bruce was elected Bishop Suffragan in the Diocese of Los Angeles in 2010. In her 11 ½ years in that role, she oversaw over 70 congregations serving as the bishop to 5 of the diocese’s 10 deaneries, and visited each of the 133 congregations in the diocese multiple times.�� She expanded multicultural ministry, strengthened stewardship programs, and effectively supported parish growth and vitality across the diverse diocese. Her earlier ministry includes distinguished service as Rector of St. Clement’s by-the-Sea in San Clemente, where she led significant parish growth, expanded Spanish-speaking ministry, and built innovative liturgical and community programs.

Before entering ordained ministry, Bishop Bruce spent 17 years in corporate leadership at Wells Fargo Bank, ultimately serving as Vice President of Compensation, Management and Analysis. Her background in corporate systems, analytics, training, and team management has informed her strong administrative and financial leadership in the Church.

With proven excellence in transitional leadership, Bishop Bruce brings a deep commitment to multicultural ministry that aligns with 51��Ƶ’s mission and identity. With fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, and some Cantonese, she is adept at leading and connecting in diverse contexts. She is widely recognized for her creative, transparent budgeting. She brings genuine enthusiasm for 51��Ƶ’s mission, a deep commitment to inclusive, creative, and diverse Christian communities, and a special interest in each of the three core programs of the seminary: the residential M.Div, the Iona Collaborative, and the Loise Henderson Wessendorff Center for Counseling and Spirituality.

Bishop Bruce holds a D.Min. in Congregational Development from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary, an M.Div. from Claremont School of Theology, and a B.A. in Linguistics from UC Berkeley. She has been recognized with multiple honorary doctorates and numerous awards for excellence in clergy leadership and service.

Isaacson Miller is a nationally recognized search firm. Ernest Brooks, III, the primary consultant for 51��Ƶ’s search, has recently worked with the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City on their dean’s search and is currently engaged with Berkley Divinity School at Yale on a search for their next dean.

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Blandy Lecture 2025

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The Rev. Constance Coleman-Fletcher – Blandy Eucharist

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The Rev. Addison McMillan

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51��Ƶ Strengthens Alumni Connections Across Different Dioceses

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:47:50 +0000

Alumni gather at Diocese of Northwest Texas Convention and Diocese of Texas Clergy Conference

In recent weeks, 51��Ƶ has been on the road, reconnecting with alumni and friends across the state at two major Episcopal diocesan gatherings—the 67th Annual Diocese of Northwest Texas Convention in Lubbock and the Diocese of Texas Clergy Conference at Camp Allen. Both events offered opportunities to celebrate the seminary’s strong ties to diocesan life and to highlight the ways 51��Ƶ’s theology graduates continue to serve and lead the wider church.

Warm hospitality in Lubbock

At the Diocese of Northwest Texas Convention, held October 17–19, 51��Ƶ representatives Eric Scott and April Kerwin enjoyed meaningful conversations with alumni, clergy, and lay leaders from across the diocese. The gathering began with a joyful Eucharist at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and concluded with closing resolutions at the McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center on the Texas Tech University campus.

One of the highlights of the weekend came in a lighthearted yet heartfelt resolution introduced by the Rev. Mary Glover, a 51��Ƶ Alumna. Her “Talking With Our Mouths Full: A Thank-You Resolution” honored the seminary’s long partnership with the diocese—celebrating generations of seminarians formed in Austin, the diocese’s relationship through the Iona Collaborative, and 51��Ƶ’s enduring identity as a seminary “for the whole church.”

The Rt. Rev. Scott Mayer’s warmth and humor set the tone for a weekend of reconnection. Over a lunch co-sponsored by the diocese and the seminary,�� Eric Scott addressed the convention, giving updates on the seminary and acknowledging the many alumni and seminary friends in the room.

“One memorable moment at the convention was when all the 51��Ƶ and Iona alumni stood up to be recognized. It was touching to see how many of our clergy were shaped by 51��Ƶ,” said April Kerwin, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving. “We are very grateful to everyone for their welcoming hospitality, which felt like a family reunion.”

Reunion and renewal at Camp Allen

Just days later, several staff from 51��Ƶ traveled to Camp Allen for the Diocese of Texas Clergy Conference, joining clergy from across the diocese for worship, workshops, and fellowship. The seminary hosted a gathering for alumni and friends, offering an informal space to share news from Austin and to celebrate the shared mission of forming leaders for the church’s future.

Conversations at Camp Allen centered on the strong and ongoing partnership between the Diocese of Texas and the seminary. At the well-attended breakfast for alumni and friends, the Rt. Rev. Kathryn Ryan, the Rev. Nandra Perry, and the Rev. Lecia Brannon addressed alumni and friends and delivered greetings and updates from the seminary.

“Each year as we gather together at Clergy Conference I am struck by our Alumni’s desire to be connected to 51��Ƶ and to each other,” reflected the Rev. Lecia Brannon, Director of Alumni Relations. “There is a deep sense of community and belonging that we carry into our ministries across the Diocese of Texas.”

“These events remind us that our alumni community extends far beyond campus,” said Eric Scott, Vice President for Advancement and Communications. “Whether in Lubbock, Camp Allen, or beyond, we’re meeting graduates who carry 51��Ƶ’s values into every corner of the church. Their stories are what make this seminary’s mission come alive. These events underscored what makes 51��Ƶ distinctive: a community of alumni, faculty, and friends bound by shared formation and meaningful relationships. We are grateful for these invitations.”

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Orgullosamente Latinos: A Month of Celebration and Community at 51��Ƶ

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:46:26 +0000

From September 15 through October 15, 51��Ƶ marked Hispanic Heritage Month with a campus-wide celebration themed “Orgullosamente Latinos: Celebrating Latinidad at 51��Ƶ.” The month’s events highlighted the richness and diversity of Latinx identity within the seminary community and across the wider church. Led by the Rev. Nancy Frausto, Director of Latinx Studies; Dr. Stephanie Ramirez, Associate Professor of Counselor Education and Coordinator of the Latinx Counseling Concentration; and students from the Latinx Concentration in every degree program, the celebration showcased how student leadership and faculty collaboration continue to shape 51��Ƶ’s commitment to cultural inclusion and formation for ministry.

The festivities began with a vibrant community hour featuring cinnamon buns, an elote bar, music, and dancing. Later that week, 51��Ƶ hosted the Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) opening Eucharist with guest preacher the Rev. Omar Rodriguez De la O, Associate for Community Life at Trinity Cathedral in Phoenix, Arizona. Worship was enriched by the musical offerings of the Chavez Family, who continued their performance during a celebratory dinner in the dining hall. A recording of Rev. Rodriguez De la O’s sermon is available here.

The Rt. Rev. Angela Cortiñas, 51��Ƶ alumna and Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas, also visited campus during HHM and preached in Christ Chapel for students, faculty, and staff. Her sermon may be viewed here.

As the month continued, the 51��Ƶ community partnered once again with Casa Marianella in Austin for a shared celebration. Reflecting on the gathering, Frausto noted, “51��Ƶ seminarians and faculty celebrated with residents, staff, and volunteers of Casa Marianella the lives of migrants past and present that have enriched our country. Finding God in the midst of stories of migrants, food, and salsa dancing is a beautiful way to celebrate Latinidad.”

A new and significant addition to this year’s observance was the intentional inclusion of Deaf Awareness Month and the celebration of Deaf Latine heritage. MDiv senior Elizabeth Holland offered further reflection in the October 2025 Good News from Austin newsletter, which can be read here.

Hispanic Heritage Month at 51��Ƶ offered the community an opportunity not only to honor the richness and diversity of Latinidad, but also to deepen relationships, celebrate cultural expression, and reflect on the many ways Latinx voices continue to shape the life of the Seminary and the wider church. With gratitude for all who participated, 51��Ƶ looks forward to continuing this tradition of learning, celebration, and shared joy in the years ahead.

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Expanding Access Through Play: 51��Ƶ Professors Spotlight Rural Mental Health Initiatives at National Conference

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:34:53 +0000

On October 9, a team from 51��Ƶ shared innovative work in play therapy and rural mental health access at the Association for Play Therapy Conference in Houston, Texas. The presentation, titled “Play Therapy in the Margins: Experiences in Expanding Access in Rural Communities,” was delivered by Dr. Gustavo Bárcenas, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education; Dr. Stephanie Ramirez, Associate Professor of Counselor Education; and counseling alumna Stephanie Matos, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling ’23.

Their presentation, titled “Play Therapy in the Margins: Experiences in Expanding Access in Rural Communities,” highlighted the development of two of 51��Ƶ’s fellowship programs the Harrison Fellows and the Richmond Area Bilingual Fellows (RAB Fellows) Program. As part of the presentation, Matos—a recent RAB Fellow—shared a powerful case study describing her work with a Latinx/e client in a rural community. Her story illustrated how intentional language use, cultural attunement, and community partnerships can bridge long-standing gaps in access to mental health care.

Dr. Bárcenas and Dr. Ramirez offered broader insights drawn from the seminary’s fellowship models, emphasizing lessons learned and practical recommendations for play therapists who wish to extend services into rural and marginalized areas. Their discussion underscored a key theme of the conference: that culturally grounded play therapy can be a transformative tool for healing when accessibility and cultural competence go hand in hand.

In addition, Dr. Bárcenas and Dr. Ramirez discussed lessons learned and recommendations for play therapists considering expanding services to rural places.��

“It was encouraging to see so much interest in the topic and recognition of the challenges that come with providing counseling services to children and families in rural areas,” shared Bárcenas. “The level of engagement emphasized the importance of ongoing training and awareness around this issue, and it reaffirmed that the work we’re doing is relevant —helping bridge gaps in access to mental health care for rural communities.”��

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The Harrison Fellows Program supports counseling students who commit to serving clients in designated rural and underserved areas of Texas. Fellows receive advanced clinical training, site placements in community settings, and mentoring from faculty who specialize in culturally responsive and trauma-informed care.

The RAB Fellows Program prepares bilingual Spanish-English counselors to address the growing mental health needs of Latinx/e communities, particularly in the Richmond-Rosenberg region. The program combines financial support with immersive field placements, enabling students to gain hands-on experience providing counseling in clients’ first language and within their cultural contexts.

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Introducing Community Conversations from the Iona Collaborative: Tools for the Church in the Age of Exhaustion

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:26:11 +0000

Leading in a small or bi-vocational church can be both deeply rewarding and profoundly exhausting—and often, those two realities coexist. That’s why the Iona Collaborative is launching Community Conversations, a new initiative designed to provide space for leaders to rest, connect, and grow.

Over the past five years, through our work with over 50 small and bi-vocational churches, we’ve noticed a profound truth emerging: churches are tired. Clergy, deacons, lay leaders, and those who support them are navigating immense pressures, often with limited resources and little time to connect with one another. As the world and the church continue to change rapidly, it becomes even more important for leaders to stay aware of exhaustion levels, energy limits, and the expectations they place on themselves and their congregations.

Community Conversations is our response: a space for spiritual and practical support, rooted in connection and shared wisdom.

What Are Community Conversations?

Community Conversations are monthly online gatherings for anyone serving or supporting bi-vocational churches, including clergy, lay leaders, diocesan canons, and ministry partners from across the country (we’ve already had participants from Hawai’i to New Hampshire join us!).

Together, we explore themes that help us respond to ministry challenges with depth, courage, and grace. The overarching theme for this year is:

Church in the Age of Exhaustion: Tools for When You’re Tired

Each online session is facilitated by Iona Collaborative spiritual directors and is focused on a particular topic. After a centering reflection and short presentation, participants move into online breakout rooms with an Iona spiritual director for further conversation and sharing. As appropriate, tools from the Iona Congregational Spirituality Toolkit are used, as well as tools developed specifically for Community Conversations. At a recent gathering, a tool focusing on self-compassion was informed by the work of Dr. Kristen Neff at the University of Texas at Austin.��

“After working with our Community Conversations tool for self-compassion, more than one participant said they felt remarkably ‘lighter.’ One person recognized that she had been actively carrying feelings of guilt and self-condemnation for a problem at church that she had no responsibility for or control over. She was grateful for new inner freedom.” – Iona Spiritual Director, Janet Davis

Future topics will grow from the needs and insights shared in each gathering. Each session stands on its own, so while participants are welcome to attend as often as they can, there is no requirement to attend every session. Community Conversations will continue through Spring 2026, offering ongoing support for leaders navigating ministry in a weary yet hope-filled time.

“Both clergy and lay members in a breakout group shared how the reflection and the tool allowed them to see there is no single way to solve what is before them, and how creating space within allows or invites them to identify personal as well as parish assets, or strengths, to carry them forward.” – Iona Spiritual Director, Rosemary S. Hagan

What’s Coming Up?

Our next Community Conversation will be held online on Thursday, November 20, from 6:30-7:30 PM CT. The topic will be: Practicing Sabbath as a Whole Church. We’ll discover how congregations can collectively embrace practices of rest and renewal, even in the midst of busy ministry seasons. Together, we’ll explore practical tools and spiritual practices that build resilience and renew our ministries.

Community Conversations will take place on the following dates in 2026: February 5, March 12, and April 16. All gatherings will take place on Zoom and will be from 6:30-7:30 PM CT.��

Join Us

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just finding your way, Community Conversations invites you into a circle of support, discovery, and shared wisdom.

Sign up for the November 20 Community Conversation on the Iona website [link: ] beginning November 11, and come rest, connect, and uncover the tools already within and around you.

Together, we are cultivating resilience for the Church in the age of exhaustion.

“One clergy member, feeling discouraged, shared that she felt ‘supported and seen’ as she listened to others express their own need for self-compassion in the demanding work of ministry. Their honesty reminded her that she is not alone in her struggles—and that tending to her own spirit is sacred work.” – Iona Spiritual Director, April Williams

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51��Ƶ Academic Dean Participates in Historic Vatican Events Honoring St. John Henry Newman

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:22:40 +0000

The Rev. Benjamin King, Ph.D., Academic Dean and Duncalf-Villavoso Professor of Church History at 51��Ƶ, was among the honored guests in Rome recently as the Vatican celebrated St. John Henry Newman being named the 38th Doctor of the Universal Church. Dr. King, a noted Newman scholar, was one of two non-Catholic contributors to the positio, the Vatican document advancing Newman’s cause for this historic declaration.

Last weekend’s events acknowledged Newman’s influence in the Anglican as well as Catholic communions. On Friday, October 31, Dr. King presented at a day-long symposium on Newman held at the Pontifical Gregorian University, where scholars from around the world reflected on Newman’s theological legacy and his enduring contributions to education and ecclesial life.

On Saturday, November 1, Dr. King joined the Anglican delegation attending the Mass in St. Peter’s Square at which Pope Leo XIV formally declared Newman a Doctor of the Church. Prior to the liturgy, the delegation had a papal audience, during which Dr. King was personally introduced to Pope Leo as “the Anglican contributor to the positio.” This recognition underscored Newman’s unique significance as a figure who lived and developed key theological insights within both Anglican and Catholic traditions.

The Anglican delegation—led by the Archbishop of York, the Most Rev. Stephen Cottrell, and including the Rt. Rev. Dr. Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford—was welcomed by the Vatican in acknowledgment of the fact that Newman spent nearly half of his life as an Anglican priest, theologian, and preacher before his reception into the Roman Catholic Church. Their inclusion signaled the deep ecumenical resonance of Newman’s life and thought.

Newman’s naming as a Doctor of the Church affirms his enduring role in shaping modern Christian understandings of conscience, formation, and the development of doctrine.��

“It is deeply meaningful that the Vatican considers Newman an ecumenical saint,” Dr. King said. “As an Episcopalian, I have been welcomed into the process of naming Newman a Doctor of the Church, and in Rome I was moved by the extent to which Anglicans were included in the celebrations. It is remarkable that Newman, who developed many of his most important theological ideas while an Anglican, is now regarded as a co-patron of Catholic education alongside no less a theologian than Thomas Aquinas.”

The Rt. Rev. Kathryn M. Ryan, Suffragan Bishop of the Diocese of Texas shared, “Dr. King’s scholarship and presence in Rome reflect 51��Ƶ’s commitment to theological depth, ecumenical relationship, and faithful engagement with the global church.”

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Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson Recognized for Faithful, Creative Leadership by Candler School of Theology

Tatiana Hoecker — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:11:08 +0000

51��Ƶ celebrates Rev. Dr. Dominique A. Robinson, Assistant Professor of Preaching, who was recognized by her alma mater, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, with the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award for Faithful and Creative Leadership. The award, presented on October 23, honors graduates whose ministries exemplify innovation, imagination, and deep faithfulness to the Gospel—qualities that have defined Dr. Robinson’s teaching and preaching throughout her career.

Candler shared in a press release, “The Distinguished Alumni Awards celebrate Candler graduates who embody the school’s mission through their service, creativity, and dedication to transforming communities.” Robinson received the award “in recognition for her extraordinary contributions as a Womanist homiletician, visionary scholar, and courageous advocate for justice. The first African American full-time faculty member at the 51��Ƶ, her groundbreaking research led to the creation of iHomiletic: Preaching that Clicks, a consulting service that equips faith leaders to engage technology and social media linguistics in preaching. Robinson’s pioneering work in digital homiletics, coupled with her leadership as inaugural dean of Julius S. Scott Sr. Chapel at Wiley College, continues to shape the next generation of preachers. An itinerant elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, she also serves as project manager for the AMEZ Compelling Preaching Initiative, developing resources that strengthen Black Methodist preaching traditions. Robinson’s prophetic scholarship, creativity, and commitment to faith-filled innovation exemplify Candler’s vision for leadership in a changing world.” Read the full press release .

“I am deeply honored to receive the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award for Faithful and Creative Leadership from Candler School of Theology,” shared Dr. Robinson. “51��Ƶ has given me a sacred space to practice and refine my leadership as a preaching professor while nurturing ecumenical relationships that expand my perspective and deepen my call. I am profoundly grateful for the 51��Ƶ community that surrounds me with encouragement and care as I complete my Ph.D. and continue to grow as a faith leader, scholar, and teacher committed to forming the next generation of preachers.”

“We are so fortunate to have Dr. Robinson in this community,” shared academic dean, the Rev. Benjamin King, Ph.D. “Her presence on the faculty and in the classroom greatly enriches the seminary, while her amazing preaching speaks for itself. Candler chose well when they gave her the Distinguished Alumni Award and we are grateful beneficiaries of her faithful and creative leadership.”

Watch Dr. Robinson’s acceptance speech at Candler School of Theology .

Photographer: Cecelia Jefferson, Website: Instagram: @cece.ann.photography

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Native American Heritage Month

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Embodied Nonviolence in a Time of Collective Tension: A Conversation with Kazu Haga & Gena St. David

erics — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:50:37 +0000

Blandy Event: Embodied Nonviolence in a Time of Collective Tension: A Conversation with Kazu Haga & Gena St. David

Wednesday, November 19th at 5pm in Knapp Auditorium��
Eligible for 1.0 CEU (LPC, LMFT, LCSW)

As part of this year’s Blandy offerings, we are delighted to host a special one-hour dialogue on embodied nonviolence with Kazu Haga, nationally recognized trainer, restorative justice practitioner, and author of Fierce Vulnerability, alongside Gena St. David, counselor educator, researcher, and author of the forthcoming The Nonviolent Brain (Wipf & Stock). Rooted in lived experience, spiritual practices, and emerging neurobiological research, both speakers explore how nonviolence is not simply a set of ideas—but a trainable body-based skill that supports resilience, repair, and connection.

This conversation arrives in a moment when many counselors, clergy, and healing professionals are grappling with increased polarization, burnout, grief, and the strain of holding space for others in uncertain times. Together, Kazu and Gena will discuss how each of us can integrate embodied nonviolence principles into therapeutic presence, conflict healing, group work, and community care. Join us for an inspiring and practical hour that speaks directly to the nervous system, the healing relationship, and the work of cultivating peace—within ourselves and the world around us.

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Two exceptional alumni to be honored at this year’s Blandy Lecture and Alumni Convocation

erics — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:34:48 +0000

Rev. Andy Andrews and Kevin Overton-Hadnot to be award recipients

The Alumni Association of 51��Ƶ is pleased to announce��the Rev. Andy Andrews (MDiv ’96)��as the recipient of the��2025 Hal Brook Perry Award, and��Kevin Overton-Hadnot (MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling ’23)��as the inaugural recipient of the��Dave Scheider Award. Both awards will be presented during this year’s��Blandy Lecture and Alumni Convocation.

The��Hal Brook Perry Award��honors the legacy of the late��Hal Brook Perry, a beloved assistant dean, registrar, and instructor in church history whose ministry shaped generations of 51��Ƶ students. The award recognizes graduates who demonstrate outstanding service to parishes, dioceses, and local communities.

This year’s recipient,��the Rev. Andy Andrews, serves as��Missioner for Beloved Community in the Diocese of Mississippi, where his work focuses on reconciliation, healing, and justice. Andrews has led parish communities, supported diocesan initiatives, and built partnerships that extend the church’s presence in places yearning for transformation and hope. His ministry reflects the spirit of faithful engagement and compassionate leadership that Perry exemplified and encouraged during his years at 51��Ƶ.

The Alumni Association also introduces a new honor this year: the��Dave Scheider Award, named for��the Rev. Dave Scheider, whose creativity and determination shaped the founding of 51��Ƶ’s��Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Scheider envisioned a program where spirituality and psychology were not separated but integrated—where counselors were formed as healers in every sense of the word.

The first recipient of this new award,��Kevin Overton-Hadnot, embodies that vision through his clinical leadership and community advocacy in Austin. As founder of��Counseling For Us, Overton-Hadnot has worked to expand access to culturally responsive mental health care, reduce stigma surrounding therapy, and create therapeutic spaces rooted in dignity and belonging. His work reflects both excellence in practice and a deep commitment to the well-being of the communities he serves.

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The Rev. Nancy Frausto

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Bishop Ann Ritonia

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Julia Ayala Harris

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The Rev. Jimmy Haney

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Bishop Rob Wright

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Ben King

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Celebrating Deaf Awareness Month and Deaf Latine Heritage

Tatiana Hoecker — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:20:56 +0000

September was Deaf Awareness Month, and our seminary community had several opportunities to learn from and connect with the Deaf community. Elizabeth Holland, MDiv student, shared resources for learning ASL and announced upcoming events. Several students began taking online classes through the Oklahoma School for the Deaf and have shared positive feedback about their experience.

On September 27, the Rev. Nancy Frausto and Elizabeth led a group to Abuela’s Casa, an event hosted by Laura Monsalve, a representative of the National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf (NHLAD), who invited 51��Ƶ to join in celebrating Deaf Latine culture, history, and community. Through stories, vendors, and shared meals, we experienced comunidad and ��ǳ��貹ñ��Գٴ�—bearing witness to and walking alongside the Deaf community. While we were there, many Deaf participants came up to us, expressed their joy at being seen, and welcomed us into their space.

On October 4th, Elizabeth Holland and Sam McRae, MDiv student, joined Good Shepherd on the Hill’s vendor booth at the Texas School for the Deaf Homecoming event. They shared news about The Hill’s interpreted worship service, and The Hill welcomed several new Deaf visitors to church the next day.��

Then on October 9th, Elizabeth Holland led a CIS of the Feast of Gallaudet and Syle (transposed from August 27th), who are apostles and saints to the Deaf in the Episcopal Church. Fr. Erich Krengel, a Deaf Episcopal priest from Connecticut and the vicar of St. Ann’s Church for the Deaf in New York (the oldest Deaf church in America), was invited to preach, and he co-celebrated with Rev. Frausto in a trilingual ASL-centered Eucharist that had ASL, English, and Spanish. Members of the Deaf community came in, shared space with the seminary community, and worshiped together. After the service, everyone went to the Carne Asada hosted by the Latinx Concentration. Monica, a Photographer, and Laura, an Empanada chef, both from the Deaf Latine community, were invited to share their gifts.

There is beauty found in intersectional identities: Deaf, Latine, Hearing, and Faithful. As we continue to learn and grow together, may we deepen our practice of inclusion and celebrate the fullness of God’s Beloved Community, where every sign, story, and language reveals the divine love of God.

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By Elizabeth Holland, Master of Divinity student from the Diocese of Olympia

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Seminary Students Make Annual Visit to the Harry Ransom Center at UT Austin

Tatiana Hoecker — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:51:04 +0000

Students from 51��Ƶ made a visit to the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin on October 3, 2025.�� On what has become an annual field trip arranged by 51��Ƶ professor Dr. Steve Bishop, Associate Professor of Old Testament, seminarians accompanied by Dr. Bishop and Dr. Jeehei Park, Assistant Professor of New Testament, enjoyed an informative tour of early Bibles and related manuscripts by Aaron T. Pratt. Dr. Pratt is the Carl and Lily Pforzheimer Curator of Early Books and Manuscripts at the Ransom Center.

The history of bibliology – early bookmaking — was one focus of the program, and students learned about the materials and processes used to create early books from Europe, Africa, and Asia. Resources presented included manuscripts, Christian or Jewish scriptures printed before the invention of moveable type, early prayerbooks, significant early printed Bibles, and two bon mots: a manuscript commentary of a psalm by Isaac Newton and a 1692 copy of John Milton’s Paradise Lost.�� Among the several important editions of the Bible examined were a sample page from the Gutenberg Bible (1455), a copy of the first printed full English translation of the Bible by Miles Coverdale (1535-1537), the first complete Spanish Bible (La Biblia Reina-Valera 1569), a copy of the “Great He” edition of the 1611 Authorized Version (King James), an Ethiopian Bible in a unique Ge’ez typeface, a Douay-Reims Catholic New Testament (1582), and a Biblia sacra polyglottal (The Plantin Polyglot Bible). Students were also fascinated by an early wood block printed Chinese Bible.

The Ransom Center’s large collection of religious texts, particularly those related to Christianity and Judaism, offer a wealth of resources to the seminary’s students, and the Bible faculty of the Episcopal 51��Ƶ have been offering this extracurricular event annually for many years. The experience of seeing such materials firsthand expands upon class readings and discussions on the history of both translations of religious texts and the perspectives of different Judeo-Christian communities over many centuries.��

By Kay Brizzolara, Master of Divinity student from the Diocese of Northwest Texas

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Fr. Erich Krengel

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