MSA Belmont University; BSBA Waynesburg University, Andrea Runner, Director University of Kentucky Dr. Webb primarily teaches courses related to corporate communications, intercultural communication, and general education. Email. Kenneth Jackson, Supervisor B.S., Belmont University Jeff Runyan, the Director of Business Operations for The Upper Room, manages various strategic finance and accounting responsibilities. Laura Merkle, Admissions CRM Support Specialist Jennifer Strange, Administrative Assistant M.Ed., Belmont University; B.A., Belmont University; B.S., Belmont University Custodial Services Sandra Kay Haynes, Manager Marlon Ardon, Supervisor Alvin Bell, Supervisor Kenneth Jackson, Supervisor Claudia Rosales, Supervisor Landscaping and Grounds Melissa Finan-Demalon Manager Maintenance Services During her time with the Division on Ministries with Young People (DMYP), she administered the David W. Self and Richard S. Smith (undergraduate) Scholarships, the (international) Youth Service Fund, and Grants for Ministries with Young People. M.B.A./H.R.M University of Phoenix, B.B.S. In addition to his higher education experience, Dr. Webb worked for five years in the non-profit sector. Jill Pappas, Event Manager He has 13 years experience teaching college-level courses in Tennessee prisons. M.A., Belmont University; B.S., University of Georgia, William Ingram, Associate Vice President and CIO He has been married for twenty-three years and has two boys, ages nineteen and seventeen. M.B.A., University of Georgia; BS, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga; CPA B.A., Baylor University To become a competent counselor, one must become familiar with ones own self and healing. Music, Beauty and the Testimony of the Spirit, in, Wonderful thing A childrens song! Faith and SMiLE, in. M.M., Belmont University; B.A., Furman University Cotton Patch for the Kingdom: Clarence Jordans Demonstration Plot at Koinonia Farm, "Sabbath," "Lord's Day," and "Palm Sunday" articles in the new, "Cotton Patch Justice, Cotton Patch Peace: The Sermon on the Mount in the Teachings and Practices of Clarence Jordan in, Alexander Schmemann and The Sacramental Imagination in. At home, I am grateful to do life with my spouse, the Rev. Suzanne sold the company in 2008 and sought to serve Christ and the church. B.A., Belmont University Dr. Perez also hosts the podcast, As a historian, Dr. Perezs research is focused on the development of praise and worship theology and music, especially its transmission beyond Pentecostal and Charismatic communities and into global mainstream practice. B.S., Freed-Hardeman University Nathan G. Webb is Interim Dean of the College of Theology and Christian Ministry and Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. Dr. Amanda Grieme Bradley earned both her Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy and her PhD in Clinical Counseling, Teaching, & Supervision from Trevecca University in Nashville, TN. M.S.I.S., University of Tennessee; B.A., Oral Roberts University RJ McDowell, Music and Media Assistant Supervisor Min.) Byron Marsh, Senior Web Systems Programmer/Analyst Emily WhitePublishers Assistant and Project Manager. Southwestern Theological Seminary, B.A. B.B.A., Belmont University He has taught both general education courses such as Understanding the Bible and Spirituality in World Religions as well as upper level courses in pastoral care and psychology of religion for students majoring in ministry studies. M.A. M.S.E., B.S.E., Arkansas State University Upon graduation from seminary with a Masters of Divinity (M. Thus far, I have presented my dissertation material at academic conferences, churches, and the pastoral care training program of a hospital. M.S., Miami University (OH); B.S., Colorado State University M.B.A., Belmont University; B.A., University of North Texas I teach a variety of classes from biblical studies to environmental issues with a large dose of spiritual formation and contemplative practice in the mix. The crash occurred when a drunken driver hit the church car from behind, causing it to spin off the highway and into a pine tree. M.B.A., Southeast Missouri State University; B.B.A., Southeast Missouri State University, Tony Exler, Director of Advancement Services & Information Systems B.S., University of Alabama M.Ed. Psychology, University of Tennessee Chattanooga, Associate Professor, Mental Health Counseling Program, Ph.D. Clinical Counseling: Teaching and Supervision, Trevecca University Masters of Marriage & Family Therapy, Trevecca University B. B.A., Western Kentucky University He lives in Nashville, TN with his wife and two kids. Jonathan Willms, Network Services Technician Tom has served as pastor of two congregations, supervisor of a shelter for the homeless and psychiatric hospital chaplain. Karen P. Hargrove, Administrative Assistant Wes Burtner, Director of Athletic Fundraising He received a B.S. Created for Creativity. Keynote Address. Give your spiritual life a lift. I specialize in Continental philosophy and religious thought from Kant to the present, the history of metaphysics, and Christian thought from the Patristic and Medieval period. I love to relax with just about anything related to the water: kayaking, swimming, hiking at the lake, going to the beach, snorkeling, whatever! Pete enjoys following Minnesota sports teams and spending time with his children and grandchildren who are scattered about the country. Upon returning to Tennessee, Kara was named DRI's Director of Publishing Initiatives for the Central Conferences. Bill has degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Superior, in finance and business administration. Tom has served on the adjunct faculty of the College of Theology & Christian Ministry since 1998. B.S. They have two sons who as of this moment do not intend to follow their parents vocational paths. Naomi is an ordained elder in the Upper New York Annual Conference, where she led two churches; she serves on the conferences council on finance and administration. My research interests include Writing and Spirituality, Religion and Literature, and Contemporary Poetry. Ph.D., Boston College;M.Div., Southern Seminary; B.A., Harvard University, Paula A. Gill, Vice Presidentof Institutional Effectiveness (1994) His clinical specialties include the treatment of complex trauma, religion and spirituality, and panic disorder. Claire Wiley, Research and Instruction Librarian Kaile Rozell, Sales and Delivery Associate A licensed marriage and family therapist and approved marriage and family therapy supervisor, Dr. Grieme Bradley is passionate about healing and enhancing human relationships. M.S., University of Pittsburgh; B.S., Pennsylvania State University Bryan College, Phil Johnston, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University She has authored publications for journals, a textbook, and a teaching and learning blog in the area of group work with African American students, career counseling with ethnically diverse groups, and strategies for faculty of color who teach at predominantly White institutions. Ed., The Ohio State University; B.A., Baldwin Wallace University During his hard-won leisure, Dr. Sun enjoys swimming, hiking, and reading his ever-increasing collection of Chinese historical novels. Promoting a classroom environment to nurture this comfort with both self and other is core to her teaching philosophy. She has served in several churches and at the United Methodist General Board of Discipleship, where she worked with the Hymnal Revision Committee to develop The United Methodist Hymnal, 1989. I returned to Nashville where I completed an M.A.T. Put quite simply, I love being a professor. B.B.A., Belmont College At Belmont, Dr. Grieme Bradley teaches in the Mental Health Counseling Program. She is currently pursuing her PhD in New Testament theology. His work experience of more than thirty years with all levels of the United Methodist Church structure has established him as a seasoned church planter, church administrator, project manager, and executive officer. M.S. Paul Malloy, Assistant Trainer Diana Sanchez-Bushong is the Executive Director of Worship Ministries and Director of Music Ministries at Discipleship Ministries. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Tennessee and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Stephanie Estes, Production/Facilities Manager (McAfee Concert Hall) M.Ed. B.A., University of Tennessee at Chattanooga LaReace Carr, University Ministries Assistant Brian Ayers, Assistant Mens Basketball Coach Belmont University When I am not in the classroom, you may find me lost in thought at the Leu Art Gallery, enjoying a cup of coffee at the library, or simply hanging on the rock wall. SLAs participate in Lead Week (an essential time of training that occurs the week before the fall semester begins) and Move-In Weekend for new students. Kim Carr, Faculty Support Specialist Kimberly is a mother of two adult children and grandmother to three amazing grandkids. B.S. Cameron Harvey, Assistant Coach Womens Track and Field In his teens, he began specializing in digital communications, leading to more than two decades of running a successful media and communications business in California and Tennessee and receiving accolades such as a Telly award. Jeff Runyan. These opportunities move him to earn a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in a major medical center and teaching hospital. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Faith Formation and Catecheshsis. Terrell has a Masters in Theology from Faith Bible College and resides in Kansas City. Holly Newsome, Office Manager and Assistant to the Senior Director In addition to writing, the Jamiesons speak extensively on matters related to stewardship, giving, financial reporting, transparency, and clergy tax for numerous denominations. Previously, Christy was a National Event s Coordinator at LifeWay. Ive been teaching at Belmont for 20 years and every class is a new experience. I came to Belmont University after receiving my Ph.D. from the University of Chicago Divinity School, where I wrote on the significance of God in the philosophies of Immanuel Kant and Emmanuel Levinas (Dissertation:The Ethical Passing of Goddirected by Jean-Luc Marion). Guidance and Counseling, University of Georgia; B. I am married to Julie and have four extraordinarily clever and impossibly. 100 Belmont-Mt. At Belmont, Im given the joy and privilege to step into the classroom with bright, energetic, and creative students. God has directed me into many paths of ministry pastoring, youth ministry, foreign missionary service, teaching, etc. ; University of Alabama at Birmingham; B.S., Samford University Greg Bagwell, Database Administrator Bailey Smith, Accounts Payable Coordinator c***@belmont.edu. B.A., College of Charleston M.Ed., Belmont University; BBA, Belmont University Contact. Some of my areas of research include the Roman imperial setting of the New Testament; poverty, wealth, and justice in the Bible; gender studies and the Bible; the theme of status reversals in ancient and modern religious traditions; community practices of the early church; and music and songs in the biblical text. Standing in our kitchen looking up at my mother when I was three-years-old, I announced to her that when I grew up I was going to be a preacher or I was going to sing on the Grand Ole Opry. Rev. M.S., Austin Peay State University; B.S., David Lipscomb University Carol Smith Walter, Assessment Coordinator SLAs partner with their Residence Director (RD) and Resident Assistants (RAs) on community events and service projects. Ileia Hook, Director of Development & Parent Engagement Suzanne M. WintonAssistant to the World Service Associate General Secretary. Charles W. Hodgin, III, Assistant Professor for Systems and Collection Management Before coming to The Upper Room, she was a freelance journalist for United Methodist Communications and worked full-time as a student accounts representative in the Lipscomb University Bursars Office. Blake began working with Discipleship Ministries in 2006 as an independent contractor through his business; and in January 2022, he joined the staff, managing the marketing and delivery (communications) team. M.S., University of Memphis; B.A., Rhodes College ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. My research interests include ethnography and theology, Christian spirituality, material religion, pedagogy, and student formation and vocation. Report an issue with this page | Legal Notices, L. Gregory Jones, President (2021) M.M. M.S., Middle Tennessee State University; B.S., East Tennessee State University & B.A., Lee University, Professor of Religion, Biblical Studies & Spiritual Formation, Ph.D. - Southern Seminary; M.A. Benita J. Walker, CPS, Executive Assistant I have a deep, occasionally beleaguered but abiding faith in its possibilities, and my passion for intellectual exchange is, in some sense, derived from my memory of people creating or conjuring this kind of space for me inside and outside the classroom. B.B.A., Belmont College Kimberly enjoys playing guitar, strategy board games, hiking, sci-fi, and British mysteries. Joel Beasley serves The Upper Room as Executive Director of Operations. I am grateful for my place here among colleagues who teach me and support me every day and among students who challenge me with their energy and ideas. B. I also trained in the area of sociology of religion, and I believe this work has sparked my current interest in interreligious dialogue and world religions. Patrick Haller, Business Intelligence Solutions Developer Willie Young, Director of Major Gifts M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University; B.A., Belmont University . We believe spiritual formation is the cornerstone of your complete education. M.B.A., Michigan State University; BA Michigan State University Chris WilterdinkExecutive Director, Congregational Vitality & Intentional Discipleship; Director, Young Peoples Ministries, Chris is the Executive Director of Congregational Vitality and Intentional Discipleship and the Director of Young Peoples Ministries. An ordained elder in The United Methodist Church, she is appointed to The Upper Room out of the Texas Annual Conference. Since 1990, Evan has served The United Methodist Church as pastor in five different appointments- one being a new church start. Hope Buckner, Communications Specialist - Calvin Theological Seminary; M.A. Jeff RunyanDirector of Business Operations. Tony Howell, Assistant Volleyball Coach I know myself to be the recipient of myriad acts of intellectual hospitality, and I hope to live up to them somehow. Kendra Motycka, Conference Services Coordinator In the classes I teach, we explore the intersections of theology and the arts. After about 2 hours of praying, a deep sense of Gods presence and peace engulfed me. Scott Flynn, Mens Golf Coach M.Ed. Dr. Hickss previous experience working in the school system inspires her to conduct research that makes a positive impact on the mental health and academic success of youth while also offering practical programs for school and community counselors. Ashley Layhew, Collections Manager Dr. I joined the Belmont faculty in 2011, and regularly teach a wide range of course, such as first-year general education, Koine Greek (the original language of the New Testament), and upper-level biblical studies courses with religion majors and minors. Gary B. She believes this work must be approached cautiously and humbly. William Greene, Cashier Last Update. in Accounting from Bentley College. Discipleship Ministries is an agency of The United Methodist Church 2023 Discipleship Ministries. Janet Hicks is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School counselor who received her Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi. Bachelors Degree from accredited four-year college or university required. M.B.A. Middle Tennessee State University, B.B.A. It was the most wonderful, glorious sense that I had ever experienced and it has never left me! Mississippi State University I did not hear an audible voice, but I definitely heard Gods still, small voice in the inner depths of my being. Steven Johnson, Supervisor, Meg Arnold, Director of Organizational Development in English from Vanderbilt, and after teaching secondary school English for about five years, I realized my interests and questions were increasingly in the area of religion. Larkin Briley, Director of Missions and Outreach, Associate University Minister Through a partnership between University Ministries and Residence Life, Spiritual Life Assistants (SLAs) are student leaders who help first-year students find community within their residence halls and explore faith formation opportunities available to them during their time at Belmont. Assistant Dean of Vocation & Spiritual Formation (615) 966-1179 brent.roehall@lipscomb.edu. After high school, I went to a Christian college and majored in religion, then on to graduate school for advanced studies in the history and literature of the Bible. Mark Carr, Assistant Mens Soccer Coach She serves as an expert media spokesperson for the American Counseling Association on issues related to bullying and aggression. Prior to attaining a professorship, Dr. Hicks worked for many years as a school counselor, teacher, and clinical mental health counselor. Dr. Bener Baysa AgtarapExecutive Director, Community Engagement & Church Planting/Path 1; Director, Connectional Mobilization. Lissa Bradford, Head Womens Golf Coach Among my favorite courses to teach at Belmont isLife, Power, and the Death of God,where first-year students and I pour through modern classics in theology, philosophy, and literature, exploring the questions and experiences that define the human condition: love, suffering, power, and God. Rev. It's something we integrate with our campus experience, our curriculums and our community. 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