VTS magazine
Together we make The Episcopal Church stronger
Together we make The Episcopal Church stronger
From the divine perspective, the human capacity to create moments of confrontation and hatred is astonishing. As a seminary, we have lived through many historical moments of tension and turmoil. But our primary work has remained unchanged. We witness to the reality of God.
The Very Rev. Ian S. Markham reflects on how, through times of turbulence, the generosity of friends and alumni has enabled VTS to remain a promise of hope and a beacon of light.
VTS alum the Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata reflects on how an innovative ground lease dedicated to supporting local nonprofits laid the foundation for a record-breaking $76 million capital campaign.
At a Philanthropy Symposium marking the retirement of Vice President for Institutional Advancement Linda Dienno, four experts explored how evolving community needs, emerging technologies, and faith-based perspectives are shaping fundraising.
The collapse of the brutal regime of Bashar al-Assad in late 2024 has trained a spotlight on the millions of Syrians who have fled the country. Since 2019, two VTS alumni have built a ministry serving Syrian refugees in Turkey.
Virginia Theological Seminary conferred the Dean’s Cross for Servant Leadership on the Rev. Canon Jerry Anderson in recognition of his ministry to people with AIDS and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion.
Dr. Kyle Lambelet sets out his vision for the Saint Nicholas Center for Faith and Justice, a new VTS center supporting the formation of Christian leaders as faithful advocates for justice.
The Reverend Jim Wallis warns about the danger to democracy posed by white Christian nationalism and why voting suppression is an assault on the image of God.
The Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, 27th Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, shares his oral history with the African American Episcopal Historical Collection.
Linda brought vision and dedication to every conversation, every project, and every interaction, making an indelible mark on the Seminary.
The General Theological Seminary has completed a lease agreement with Vanderbilt University for the Close in Chelsea, after receiving approval from the New York State Attorney General.
In 2026 VTS is offering three pilgrimages: Grace & Gardens in England’s “green and pleasant land,” May and September; and Biblical Turkey: Holy Land of the Early Church in October.
VTS has launched a new resource examining how foundational Christian commitments take on political significance, to help faith leaders navigate the current political climate.
VTS has been awarded a $1.25 million grant by Lilly Endowment Inc. to launch an initiative to research and develop child-centered practices in worship.
VTS faculty were awarded a total of $34,125 in Conant Foundation grants for research projects in the 2025–26 academic year.
The Seminary has conferred four honorary degrees on alumni in recognition of their service to The Episcopal Church.
The Center for Anglican Communion Studies hosted a groundbreaking Women Mentoring Women conference in February to empower Anglican women leaders.
Lifelong Learning has been awarded a grant to create a new program to help congregations talk about science and faith.
