At a Glance:
- Photos from the Kellogg Lecture & Alum Weekend in Cambridge
- Upcoming programming on human rights in Central America and the threat of American empire
- New fall course with Dr. Kwok Pui Lan and Bishop Ian Douglas: Living Postcolonial Anglicanism
Dear Friend of EDS,
This spring marks ten years since I graduated from Episcopal Divinity School. Earlier this month, I had the joy of returning to our former Cambridge campus for the Kellogg Lecture and Alum Weekend—our largest EDS gathering in recent memory, with nearly 100 alums, faculty, and friends joining us. It was a time of deep connection, healing, and hope.
In the weeks leading up to the event, I reached out to former professors, staff members, and classmates to extend invitations. That process was profoundly moving. Each conversation reminded me that the journey toward healing, forgiveness, and true community is rarely linear—but with steady effort and grace, we are moving closer. I thank God for that.
As we gathered across the many incarnations of EDS, I was struck again by the power of this community to renew our shared commitment to God’s justice in a turbulent world. With support from Zan and Rick at VISIONS, Inc., we had the opportunity to share words that summed up the myriad feelings that arose over the weekend. Homecoming, gratitude, and hope struck me in particular. I am deeply grateful to everyone who made the weekend possible and to all who came home to EDS. The work before us is great and I was reminded that the deep wisdom, professional expertise, and steadfast faith in our community makes great work possible.
In these days when many are asking what difference we can make in a world longing for justice, I hold fast to the belief that God is calling us to rise and build a transformed world. At EDS, we are listening, discerning, and acting in faith. Thank you for being a part of that.
With hope,
The Very Rev. Lydia Kelsey Bucklin
President & Dean
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May 20 at 12 pm Eastern / 9am Pacific / 20 de Mayo a las 12pm Hora del Este / 9am Hora del Pacifico
This urgent conversation will spotlight the work of Cristosal, a leading Episcopal-backed human rights organization serving vulnerable communities in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Amid a critical surge in arrests and deportations—and following recent federal defunding that has forced mass layoffs—Cristosal’s work is more essential than ever. This event will lift up the organization’s mission, the spiritual and ethical commitments guiding their work, and the impact of U.S. foreign policy on their capacity to serve. Cristosal board member and EDS Trustee, the Rev. Norma Guerra, will moderate the conversation.
Simultaneous interpretation will be provided to ensure accessibility for both English and Spanish-speaking audiences.
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Esta urgente conversación tendrá como tema central el trabajo de Cristosal, una organización episcopal dedicada a la defensa de los derechos humanos y que sirve a las comunidades más vulnerables en El Salvador, Guatemala, y Honduras. En medio del aumento crítico en arrestos y deportaciones—y tras el reciente corte de financiamiento federal que ha obligado los despidos masivos—el trabajo de Cristosal es más esencial que nunca. Este evento busca enaltecer la misión de esta organización, el compromiso ético y espiritual que guía su trabajo, y el impacto de las políticas exteriores del gobierno de los Estados Unidos en su capacidad para servir. Los miembros de la junta directiva de Cristosal y una miembro de la tesorería de EDS, la Rev. Norma Guerra, moderaran la conversación.
Tendremos interpretación simultánea disponible para asegurar la accesibilidad en ambos idiomas, inglés y español.
Register Now / Registrarse Ahora
June 4 at 1pm Eastern / 10am Pacific
This event, moderated by Dr. Kwok Pui Lan, will critically examine how Christians across the globe are responding to the enduring legacies and current realities of American empire. From military intervention to economic coercion and cultural dominance, U.S. influence continues to shape lives far beyond its borders. This conversation will engage theological, political, and grassroots responses to empire—highlighting resistance, solidarity, and alternative visions rooted in Christian witness.
This course, taught by Dr. Kwok Pui Lan and Bishop Ian T. Douglas, will introduce the demographic shift in the Anglican Communion and the implications for Anglican identity, history, and theology and invite students to consider how being part of a postcolonial, global family of churches informs their ministry.
Global Anglicanism is becoming increasingly postcolonial as churches in the former colonies of the West continue to find their voice and authority in an increasingly polycentric Anglican Communion. This online course introduces laypeople and clergy to some of the realities and possibilities of the contemporary, postcolonial, global Anglican Communion. Participants will gain pastoral perspectives to be leaders in a global family of churches.
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EDS supported Dr. Catherine Meeks in hosting "A Conversation on Hope" on April 3, 2025, a compelling and timely virtual gathering exploring truth-telling, courageous leadership in faith, and the transformative nature of hope. With more than 2,000 registrants, this powerful conversation brought together Episcopal bishops from across the country to reflect on love, resistance, and the radical witness of hope in uncertain times.
We are pleased to announce that you can now purchase EDS merch online. All of the merch you saw at the Kellogg Lecture or in photos from the weekend is available to purchase online. Place your order today!
*** EDS is not profiting from the sales of this merch. We are charging the lowest amount possible via the direct-to-consumer platform we're using.
EDS seeks a Director of Theological Education (DTE) to collaboratively build and directly oversee its educational initiatives and scholar relationships. The role combines strategic program design and development with detail-oriented execution. It involves high levels of collaboration with EDS leadership and proactive networking and relationship building with instructors and partners.
EDS extends our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the following alums:
Rest eternal grant to your servants, O God:
And let light perpetual shine upon them.
May their souls, and the souls of all the departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
If you wish to notify EDS of the passing of an alum, please reach out to edsinfo@eds.edu.