AME Women in Ministry and Turner Theological Seminary announce Jarena Lee Women's Leadership Academy

On February 11th, the Birthday of The Reverend Jarena Lee, Connectional AME Women in Ministry, in partnership with Turner Theological Seminary, is proud to announce the establishment of the Jarena Lee Women’s Leadership Academy (JLWLA). The JLWLA will be a leadership enrichment program for the empowerment and advancement of women in ministry in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The goal of the JLWLA is to enhance the skills, gifts, and talents of AME women in ministry preparing to lead, develop, organize, and/or administer ministry programs in the connectional church, local church, parachurch, or mission environments. On, February 8, 2022, at the investiture of President Dean Ammie L. Davis, Ph.D., the first woman and eighth President Dean of Turner Theological Seminary, Rev. Dr. Erika D. Crawford, President of Connectional AMEWIM announced a gift of $10,000 from Connectional AME/WIM for the establishment of the academy. The JLWLA will offer two tracks: one focusing on women in ministry serving in rural and small congregations/communities, and a second focusing on emerging women in ministry leaders under the age of 40. Participants of the program will be mentored by an accomplished group of instructors, coaches, and facilitators to help deepen their sense of calling and service. The range of subjects taught will reflect the myriad demands of modern ministry including strategic leadership, effective communication strategies, networking, and ministry-work-life balance. Opportunities to support this great work are available to all. To contribute make Checks payable to Turner Theological Seminary, 702 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Atlanta, GA 30314 or donate online at Givelify (Turner Theological Seminary) https://www.givelify.com/donate/turner-theological-seminary-atlanta-guha-2j7wy5MzgyOTA=/donation/amount Please put “Jarena Lee Women’s Leadership Academy” in the memo/notes.   Not on our list? Join Here The News Digest contains selected articles from the newspaper.  Click below to get full access! Buy Here

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128th Founders' Observance and President-Dean Installation at Turner Theological Seminary

The 128th Founders’ Observance for Turner Theological Seminary is planned for February 7-8, 2022. This year’s celebration will be particularly historic because the first woman will be installed as President-Dean. Other noteworthy events include the Eighth Annual Hall of Fame Induction and keynote lectures on the intersectionality of leadership and politics. Turner Theological Seminary is the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church’s constituent school of the five affiliate seminaries making up the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta.   The Rev. Ammie L. Davis, PhD. was officially confirmed as President-Dean on December 13, 2021, by the Turner Board of Trustees. Bishop Reginald T. Jackson, the seminary’s board chair and presiding prelate for the Sixth Episcopal District of the AME Church provided pivotal leadership in the selection of Dr. Davis. “We engaged in a very transparent selection process where board members, alumni, and students had the opportunity to participate and contribute to the discourse,” according to Bishop Jackson. “Dr. Davis’ gender makes this appointment historic for us, but it is important that we also point out that she was unequivocally selected based upon her strategic vision for the future of Turner, her proven leadership skills, and her years of commitment and support to theological education. I am certain that she will lead with distinction.”    Dr. Davis, a 2004 graduate of Turner Theological Seminary, is a retired decorated military leader who served in the United States Navy for 28 years as a Chaplain and Hospitalman Corpsman, an experienced nonprofit organization executive director, and a prolific preacher and pastor. She will be officially installed as the Eighth President-Dean on Tuesday, February 8th at 11:00 a.m. The installation service will be held at Flipper Temple AME Church, 580 Atlanta Student Movement Blvd., SW, Atlanta, GA, neighboring the seminary’s campus. She will also deliver the convocation message and is expected to share her strategic thinking for the seminary. The two-day schedule of the Founders’ Observance annually attracts a growing number of alumni, colleagues, and civic and community leaders. The first day of the observance, Monday, February 7th will include planned activities for registered Turner Alumni.    On Tuesday, February 8th, a morning and afternoon forum with keynote lecturer, the Reverend Dr. Jonathan Augustine, senior pastor of St. Joseph AME Church (Durham, NC) will be presented. He will deliver a two-part biblical discussion focused on the theme for this year “Prophetic Problem-Solvers: Leadership and The Politics of the Pulpit.”   Later that evening, at 6 pm on Tuesday, the focus will turn to the seminary’s Eighth Annual Turner Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Service. Bishop Reginald Jackson, Board of Trustees Chair; Dr. Davis, the new TTS President-Dean; along with Dr. Susan Buckson, the Hall of Fame Committee Chair, will introduce and present the 23 alumni to be honored with the school’s prestigious Alumni Hall of Fame Award and four esteemed Connectional Leaders. Bishop Anne Henning Byfield, Bishop Clement W. Fugh, Bishop Frank Madison Reid, and AME General Secretary Dr. Jeffery Cooper will each receive the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Bishop Henning Byfield will also deliver the Hall of Fame address that evening.   Early registration is recommended to join in the exciting history-making observance for Turner Theological Seminary. All are also invited to purchase a celebratory ad to welcome and support the new President-Dean Davis and the Hall of Fame honorees. Those desiring to appear in the 2022 Souvenir Booklet may visit the Turner website at www.turnerseminary.org or call 404-527-0080. Not on our list? Join Here The News Digest contains selected articles from the newspaper.  Click below to get full access! Buy Here

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Turner Theological Seminary Announces Search for New President/Dean

Turner Theological Seminary Announces Search for New President/Dean Turner Theological Seminary (www.turnerseminary.com), a consortium member of the Interdenominational Theological Center (www.itc.edu), is accepting nominations and applications for the position of President/Dean. The President/Dean of Turner Theological Seminary (TTS) serves as the Chief Executive Officer, is the primary liaison between the Board of Trustees, faculty, students, administration, and alumni and is responsible for executing a strategic plan in alignment with the mission of the Seminary. The next TTS President must be an innovative and strategic leader capitalizing on the Seminary’s accomplishments since its founding. Beginning in 1894, Turner Theological Seminary remains committed to its motto “For a Prepared Ministry,” and delivers the vision to be “an institution for the preparation of young men and women for every department of Christian work.” TTS Graduates can be found in all areas of leadership within the church, colleges and seminaries as well as civic and political roles.    The successful candidate should possess a doctorate or equivalent degree; demonstrate a record of successful leadership in an institution of higher education or non-profit; hold a knowledge and appreciation for the African Methodist Episcopal Church - its Mission and Core Values; exhibit a deep understanding of the issues facing higher education in general, and seminary education in particular.   TTS is particularly interested in candidates who present the following qualifications:    • A terminal degree from an accredited institution.  • Demonstrated record of successful executive leadership and comparable credentials and/or experiences sufficient to warrant the respect and confidence of the academic community.  • Fundraising experience, an enthusiasm and skill for serving as the Seminary’s key spokesperson including established relations with corporations and foundations. • Administrative leadership of organizations, ideally in higher education. The candidate must understand and embrace the central role of faculty, staff, and students within the seminary community and be personally engaged in the education process and student life experiences and activities.  • Experience in managing the financial and budgeting operations of a complex unit or organization, preferably in higher education.  • Respect for and demonstrated effectiveness working in a shared governance environment.  • The President should be a visionary leader; experience working with a governing system and board is valued.  • Ability to work effectively in partnership with other system presidents, system administration, and other partners.  • Appreciation for various teaching modes including online learning in advancing TTS goals.  • Experience in attracting and retaining strong, diverse leadership and supporting a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  • A personal enthusiasm for leading a growing, vital institution in a diverse and dynamic community.   Candidates are asked to submit electronically (in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF): (1) a cover letter of interest that focuses on the areas of opportunity described in the profile; (2) a curriculum vitae of no more than 5 pages; and (3) the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of five professional references. References will not be contacted without first securing the permission of the candidate. Applications or nominations can be sent to: ttspresidentdeansearch@gmail.com. Questions should be addressed to Chairperson of the Search Committee – Rev. John Foster, Ph.D.  Tele: 912-856-1209, Email: jfoster@bigbethelame.org.   To receive full consideration, materials should be received on or before October 31, 2021. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Turner Theological Seminary Celebrates 127th Founder's Day

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