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Dr. Carolynne Hitter Brown (’09) authors upcoming work, “Singing through Struggle Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches”
Dr. Carolynne Hitter Brown (’09) authored Singing through Struggle: Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches to be released on May 15, 2025. The book description reads: “Singing through Struggle: Music, Worship, and Identity in Postemancipation Black Churches offers an innovative look at the vital role music and worship played in nurturing Black citizenship and identity […]
Rev. Dr. Brandon T. Crowley (STH ’12, ’19) Inspiring the Development of Affirming Congregations
The following is an excerpt from The Heights article by Laney McAden and Riley Del Sesto, “He Felt God Call Him to Come Out. Now, He Helps Black Churches Become Safe Spaces for Others To Do the Same,” published on February 17, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “Crowley’s first book, Queering the Black Church: Dismantling Heteronormativity […]
Rev. Kim Engle (’24) serving first appointment with Middleboro, Lakeville churches
The following is an excerpt from the Nemasket Week article, “Combined Middleboro, Lakeville churches have new pastor” published on February 7, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “Engle, a Plymouth native, was a member at the Church of the Pilgrimage in Plymouth, where she also began her path into ministry. She was accepted into the […]
Nori J. Henk, PhD (’02) featured in Azuza Pacific Faculty Interview
The following is an excerpt from the Azusa Pacific University article by Jacqueline Guerrero, “Faculty Friday: Nori Henk ’00, PhD, Pursues Academic Excellence and Spiritual Growth,” published on February 7, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “After graduation, Henk knew she wanted to continue learning about all of her academic interests. ‘Part of me wanted […]
Senior Minister, Full-Time, Congregational: Quincy, MA
General Description: The Senior Minister is in charge of the spiritual welfare of the church and serves as the leader of the spiritual life of the congregation. They facilitate members’ spiritual journey and discovery through leading worship services, studies and educational sessions along with outreach activities in the community bringing Christ’s word and message outside […]
Rev. Richard A. Donnenwirth (STH ’57, GRS ’58,’63)
The following obituary was originally posted by Weil Kahn Funeral Home and can be found here. Richard Alfred (Dick) Donnenwirth, July 16, 1932 – November 10, 2024, was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by two loving parents, a maternal grandmother and several other close relatives from both sides of the family. Florence Donnenwirth, […]
Rev. Derrill Antonio Blue (’24) appointed new pastor of Little Rock A.M.E. Zion Church
The following is an excerpt from the Q City Metro article, “Faith notes: Little Rock A.M.E. Zion church welcomes new pastor,” by Glenn H. Burkins, published on October 15, 2024. Click here to read the full article. Blue holds an undergraduate degree in business management from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, a Master […]
Rev. Charles Barry Wood (’74)
Reverend Charles Barry Wood, known to most as Barry, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2024 with his beloved wife of 55 years by his side. He was born on November 6, 1942 and served as a United Methodist Minister in the Southern New England Annual Conference for 39 years. He began serving […]
Reverend Dr. William E. Ramsden (STH ’57, GRS ’60)
This obituary was originally posted by William H. Clark Funeral Home, Inc. and can be found here. Rev. Dr. William “Bill” E. Ramsden died at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth, PA on Sept. 7 at the age of 92. He was married to Elsa Ramsden for 59 years. He is survived by his daughter, Karin, […]
Rev. Robert M. Cassels (’70)
This obituary was originally posted by McCrery and Harra Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. and can be found here. The Rev. Robert M. Cassels (Bob), 86, passed away following a years-long battle with esophageal cancer on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at his home in Wilmington, Delaware. His beloved wife of nearly 63 years, Sheila, was […]