Alumni/ae News
Rev. Vernon K. Walker, Jr. (STH ’16) Preaching at Multifaith Martin Luther King, Jr. Service
The following is a segment from the article “Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Multifaith Service” published by the Coalition for Peace Action. Click here to read the full event announcement. “The annual Multifaith Service to Honor the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, co-sponsored by CFPA and the Princeton Clergy Association. Diverse faith leaders from a wide range […]
BUSTH’s Six Most-Read Stories of 2024
The Boston University School of Theology’s top-read stories from 2024 showcase the depth and breadth of our faculty expertise, our outstanding alumni and students, as well as the importance of our community and belonging. Look back on 2024 by reading these top posts one more time as we usher in 2025 together. BUSTH announces Distinguished […]
Seminary Singers featured as BU Today’s Close Up
The Seminary Singers, directed by Rev. Chad William Kidd (’05), sang one of their anthems during the 51st annual Service of Lessons and Carols at Marsh Chapel on December 6, 2024. Click here to see the original BU Today post
Rev. Dr. Theodore T. Turman (’20) to serve as President of Detroit’s Ecumenical Theological Seminary
The following is an excerpt from the Michigan Chronicle article, “Rev. Dr. Theodore T. Turman Appointed 7th President of Detroit’s Ecumenical Theological Seminary,” published on November 24, 2024. Click here to read the full article. “Dr. Turman brings a wealth of experience in both pastoral ministry and spiritual healthcare, along with an impressive academic background. A Detroit […]
BUSTH Hosts Fall 2024 Bi-Annual Lowell Lecture: Simulating Religious Violence
On November 19, 2024, the Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH) with the generous support of the Lowell Institute was proud to sponsor the bi-annual Lowell Lecture in collaboration with the Boston University Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences. This semester’s lecture featured the North American Premiere of Simulating Religious Violence, a powerful film that takes […]
Camille Rei Obata (’22) Launches Spiritual Care Practice
Recent MDiv graduate, Camille Rei Obata (’22), is partnering her theological training and gifts in interpersonal care to offer spaces for those in need of spiritual direction and exploration. Her passions and work center women of color and queer folks looking to connect with the divine beyond the scope of traditional religious institutions. The following […]
Confronting Challenges and Cultivating Hope: Recap of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Panel
After the bestowing of honorifics during matriculation chapel last month, this year’s Distinguished Alumni addressed the STH community over a shared meal to offer insight into the key challenges facing their communities in the coming decade and bear witness to the signs of hope still emerging. Their wisdom and transparency offered listeners means of confronting […]
Rev. Timothy Levi Adkins-Jones (’09, ’21) Preaching Revival Services in Richmond, VA
The following is an excerpt from the Richmond Free Press publication, “Rev. Adkins-Jones returns to preach at Second Baptist Church revival,” published on Oct. 17, 2024. Click here to read the full article. The Rev. Timothy Levi Adkins-Jones, a Richmond native and accomplished theologian, returns to his hometown for a special revival at Second Baptist […]
Rev. Marni Harmony (’74) featured in Oral History Account, “Equality from the Pulpit”
The following is an excerpt from the Orange County Regional History Center article “Equality from the Pulpit: The Rev. Marni Harmony” by Justine Truc, published on October 8, 2024. Click here to read the full article. Marni Politte Harmony was born in Virginia in 1948. Growing up, she quickly developed a strong interest in religious studies, following […]
Dr. Danielle Tumminio Hansen (’14) authors “Trauma-Informed Spiritual Care: Interventions for Safety, Meaning, Reconnection, and Justice”
Dr. Danielle Tumminio Hansen (’14) released her latest work titled Trauma-Informed Spiritual Care: Interventions for Safety, Meaning, Reconnection, and Justice. The book description reads: “Trauma pervades every part of human existence. From birth to death, there is no moment in which a human being is completely immune, with experts estimating that a majority of people will experience […]