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Saskatoon Theological Union appoints first CFO and Registrar
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It is with joy and anticipation that the Saskatoon Theological Union (STU) welcomes Kristi Baxter into her new role as STU Chief Financial Officer, and Colleen Walker into her new role as STU Registrar. In their own words, Kristi and Colleen share this celebration as they offer their gifts to the wider ecumenical community of the STU.
From our CFO
“I am enjoying my work as the CFO for the three schools of the Saskatoon Theological Union. I joined St. Andrew’s College in May 2022 as their Chief Administrative Officer. In April 2023, I added the Lutheran Theological Seminary Saskatoon Finance Manager portfolio to my work here and in January 2024 I began supporting the College of Emmanuel and St. Chad. With my expanding support of the three colleges, it made sense to centralize the financial work of the STU into one position.
It has been enjoyable to work with—and to get to know—my colleagues across the three colleges. There is a real sense of cooperation and collaboration here, which is both encouraging and exciting. While my role is certainly a busy one, it is also manageable due to the support from the schools, and due to the fact that we have been working toward shared systems of administration for a while now.
As the STU integrates more closely in the months and years to come, I look forward to playing my part in shaping this effective and faithful community of theological education.”
From our Registrar
“I am excited to enter this new role of STU Registrar as it holds possibilities for more collaborative work across the three colleges of the STU. I look forward to continued development of common administrative practices and processes to guide the work in the Registrar’s office. I am pleased that I will have the opportunity to work closely with the faculty and staff of each college, increasing my knowledge base of the denominations, their traditions and ways of being.
The highlight for me this past year has been working alongside the college Registrars, Colleen Rickard and Lisa McInnis. I am thankful and grateful for their contributions to the development of this new role. Their commitment and care to the life of the STU and to their respective colleges is to be commended.
I believe this new phase in my work with the STU will bring excitement, challenges and rewards. I am glad to be on this journey together.”
Saskatoon Theological Union Announces First Co-Chairs
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The Board of the Saskatoon Theological Union (STU) recently held a special meeting to elect its first co-chairs, Ernie Barber and Marc Grenon.
There are nine members of the STU Board with three members from each of the three partners: The College of Emmanuel & St. Chad, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon, and St. Andrew’s College:
- Audrey Roadhouse
- Derwin Crozier-Smith
- Ernie Barber
- Gordon Jensen
- Helen Kennedy
- Jason Zinko
- Marc Grenon
- Nancy Yee
- Richard Manley-Tannis.
Ernie brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to theological education. With a distinguished career in academia and administration, Ernie has been instrumental in advancing educational initiatives and fostering community engagement.
Marc, a respected leader with experience in both theological education and community service, joins Ernie in this new role. Marc's dedication to inclusive leadership and his vision for the future of theological education will be invaluable as the STU continues to grow and evolve.
This first election marks a significant milestone for the STU, underscoring its commitment to collaborative leadership and shared governance. Together, in concert with the STU Board, Ernie and Marc will strive to ensure that the mission of the STU is at the forefront of the work ahead.
As stated in Saskatoon Theological Union: A Covenant, “The Saskatoon Theological Union (STU) is committed to participating in God's transformative work in the world, sharing the good news of God' s love. Inspired by the Anglican, Lutheran, and United church heritages that we sustain, we prepare leaders to serve in lay, ordained, scholarly, and teaching roles in Northern, Western, and Pacific Canada and beyond.”
STU employment opportunity: Doctor of Ministry Program Director
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The three partner colleges of the Saskatoon Theological Union (STU) are seeking a Doctor of Ministry Program Director. The Director will lead the implementation of the STU’s cooperative Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program in collaboration with the DMin Committee of the Common Faculty of the STU. The successful applicant can work on-site or remotely.
The DMin Program Director’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Maintaining accurate DMin student records
- Acting as a program advisor for DMin students
- Coordinating the recruitment of students from a broad ecumenical constituency
- Providing support to students and faculty project advisors
- Promoting and developing the DMin program
The ideal candidate will possess Doctoral Level Qualification in a relevant field. ABD candidates will also be considered.
For further details on specific responsibilities, desired qualifications, hours of work, and compensation, please refer to the attached document.
All inquiries and applications should be sent to Dea. Dr. Richard Manley-Tannis, STU Manager:
The deadline for applications is August 8, 2024.
Please refer to the attached document.
Rev. Dr. Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero Granted Tenure
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On behalf of LTS, President William Harrison is pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero, Grace Professor of Leadership, has been granted tenure, to take effect on July 1, 2024. Grant of tenure means that a faculty member now has permanent status with the school. With this step, LTS recognizes the extensive teaching and practical experience that Dr. Schiefelbein-Guerrero brings to our school, along with the substantial contribution that he has made in his time with us. We look forward to building a future together, as we imagine leadership in tomorrow's church and prepare our students to serve.
“I am very honoured by this public affirmation of my work in both the academy and the church,” says Dr. KSG, “and I thank the tenure committee, President Harrison, and the Board of Governors for their continual support. This recognition energizes my commitment to providing a strong Lutheran voice in the ecumenical context of western Canada and beyond.
Experiencing Gospel : Dr. Gordon Jensen's latest book
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Dr. Gordon Jensen, Emeritus William Hordern Professor of Theology at LTS, has just released his second book in the Lutheran Quarterly Book Series.
In Experiencing Gospel: The History and Creativity of Martin Luther's 1534 Bible Project, Dr. Jensen explores the history of the first German bibles, and then explores how Luther translated the text in a way that deliberately emphasized the gospel.
The book is published by Fortress Press. You can also see a video of Dr. Jensen being interviewed about the book on the Lutheran Quarterly website:
The book can be purchased from Fortress Press: (https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506482941/Experiencing-Gospel) or through Amazon.ca (via a 'Gordon A. Jensen' search).