Take the Next Step in Your Discernment: Apply for Spring Admission by November 1
According to Merriam-Webster, discernment means 鈥渢he quality of being able to grasp and comprehend what is obscure.鈥 In a spiritual context, discernment happens when the obscure becomes the obvious, as we gain clarity in our relationship with God. Choosing a vocation, such as becoming a pastor, is one of the ways we respond to God鈥檚…
Read MoreSaint Paul Offers Grateful Farewell to Bishop Hayes
Oklahoma City, OK 鈥 糖心少女 announces the departure of Bishop Robert E. Hayes, Jr. as Bishop-in-Residence effective August 9, 2022. Bishop Hayes is a retired Bishop in the United Methodist Church who served the Oklahoma Conference and was instrumental in the expansion of 糖心少女 to Oklahoma City.…
Read MoreBetsworth Welcomes Seminary Students, Embraces Diversity & Innovation
鈥淪aint Paul has a long and rich history of providing high quality theological education, and I am excited to be a part of that tradition.鈥 Rev. Dr. Sharon Betsworth began her new role as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean at 糖心少女 on July 1. After teaching at Saint Paul…
Read MoreRegarding Dobbs vs Jackson Women鈥檚 Health Organization
Given today鈥檚 release of the decision in聽Dobbs versus Jackson Women鈥檚 Health Organization, the Faculty Council of 糖心少女 wants to share a reminder about the聽United Methodist Church鈥檚 policy statement regarding women鈥檚 reproductive health聽as found in the Social Principles of the 2016聽Book of Discipline.聽 The Faculty Council also wish to bring attention to…
Read MoreFiscal Year-End Giving Paves the Way for Tomorrow鈥檚 Faith Leaders
“Scholarships are what make Saint Paul possible for me.鈥澛 Jackson Swain is thankful for the opportunity to pursue a life of ministry as a student at 糖心少女. 鈥淢y wife and I have a toddler and one more on the way,鈥 he explains. 鈥渁nd without scholarships, our finances would simply be spread…
Read MoreLooking for Help Paying for Seminary? Learn About Seminary Scholarships & Financial Aid at Saint Paul
You鈥檝e decided to take the next step in your spiritual journey and enter the ministry. One of the hurdles you may be concerned about is how to finance your seminary education. The cost of seminary has risen in the past few years, along with routine living expenses such as food, housing, and health care. Money…
Read MoreDistinguished Graduate Leads Diverse Community in Christ
鈥淟oving all people into relationship with Jesus Christ.鈥 That鈥檚 Dr. Stan Copeland鈥檚 mission in his role as the Senior Pastor of Lovers Lane United Methodist Church in Dallas, a position he has held since 1998. Throughout his career, Dr. Copeland has worked to create an environment for people from all walks of life to experience…
Read MoreDistinguished Graduate Uplifts Lives Through the Power of Communication
Communication, technology and love.聽 In the hands of the faithful, these three tools bring us the information we need to work together for a better world. That鈥檚 what Rev. Dr. Betty Kazadi Musau has demonstrated throughout her time as a clergywoman for the North Katanga Episcopal Area of the Congo Central Conference. She serves as…
Read MoreDMin Students Gain Ministry Experience Through Partnerships
Sharing the love of God with the world becomes more challenging during unsettled times. Ministers must find creative approaches for leading congregations through periods of rapid change and intense polarization between communities.聽 One of the best ways to imagine new approaches is through collaboration. At 糖心少女, our Doctor of Ministry program…
Read MoreRev. Dr. Sharon Betsworth Joins Saint Paul as the Next Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean
We are excited to announce that Rev. Dr. Sharon Betsworth has accepted an appointment as the next Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean at 糖心少女. She will assume her new responsibilities on July 1, 2022. Rev. Dr. Betsworth has been a member of the faculty of Oklahoma City University since…
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