The Rev. John I. Jenkins, president of Notre Dame University, delivered the Wesley Theological Seminary commencement address at the National Cathedral on May 7. His dynamic speech encouraged civil public discourse in Washington, D.C. and beyond, and charged graduates to keep their convictions free of malice. Read the full text of the speech.

The Master of Arts program, designed to be completed in 36 credit hours, is a flexible and accessible program for those seeking to deepen their spiritual life, dig deeper into the text and traditions of Christianity or looking for ways to add another dimension to their life and work.

The University Senate of the United Methodist Church announces a new partnership among Pfeiffer University, Wesley Theological Seminary and Union Presbyterian Seminary that will make it possible starting in Fall 2012 for United Methodist (UM) students to complete their master of divinity degree with Union Presbyterian Seminary.

Wesley's Scholarship Weekend is an opportunity for admitted students to visit campus, get to know Washington and be interviewed for merit-based scholarships. Take a look at the photos from last year's weekend!

Former Obama campaign advisor and Professor of Ethics Shaun Casey assesses how the religious dynamics of the election might combine to influence the race for the White House.

Wesley Ambassador, Joshua Howard, blogs about his Ethics class with Dr. Sondra Wheeler and how it helps add meaning to his life and vocation.

Wesley Ambassador, Caleb Frazier, blogs about his his call to pastoral ministry, student life at Wesley, and living in Washington, DC.

Wesley Ambassador, Hannah Tucker, blogs about her D.C. bucket list in comparison to her theological education at Wesley.

At Commencement each year, the Society of John Wesley Award of Merit is given to Wesley graduates who exemplify a high standard of commitment and devotion to God, to the church and to Wesley Theological Seminary. Through sacrificial leadership in ministry, these persons exemplify a high standard of involvement in the ministry and mission of the church and in the life of the Wesley community. Nominations are now open for 2012.

In this increasingly postmodern culture, preparing Christian leaders for service to the world demands new ways of thinking about theological education. Graduate education at Wesley retains the traditional requirements of Bible, Christian history, and theology courses, but Wesley also seeks to creatively equip today’s technologically-adept and service-oriented students who are called to change the world.