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Carter Heyward, one of the Philadelphia 11, reflects on her groundbreaking 1975 hiring at EDS alongside Sue Hiatt. Despite initial resistance, their 25+ year collaboration championed feminist and liberation theologies, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. They transformed EDS into a vital institution for an evolving Episcopal Church.

This article, "A Martyr for Justice, A Call to Action," explores Jonathan Daniels' 1965 murder and his Civil Rights activism. It then shows how EDS carries his legacy forward, actively confronting injustice and advocating for marginalized communities today, embodying his belief that faith and justice are inseperable.

From July 22-24, Dr. Kwok Pui Lan and President Bucklin attended a workshop in Brasilia entitled “Decolonial Theological Education for Discipleship: A Workshop to Develop Theological Education Resources for the Americas and Caribbean,” hosted by the Commission for Theological Education in the Anglican Communion (CTEAC).

Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) launched its inaugural Fellows Program - an initiative of Distinguished Scholar, Dr. Kwok Pui Lan - designed to nurture the leadership potential of Anglican women leaders from the Global South.

What does it mean to be human in a world of AI, chatbots, and digital illusions? Ruby Sales challenges us to confront the socio-spiritual crisis of our time in her new article. She explores how technology is reshaping our lives, our values, and our connection to one another.

In her latest update, President Bucklin poses that, "a holiday that celebrates freedom is a day to ask, 'Are we here to look out for ourselves?' Or does our faith implore us to consider the good of the whole?" Read what's coming up from EDS in our July newsletter.

This podcast series brings together Anglican leaders from across the globe to explore pressing issues in theology, leadership, justice, and mission in today’s church. The episodes are hosted by Dr. Kwok Pui Lan and a new episode will be released on Episcopal Divinity School’s podcast feed every Thursday.

As we close out Pride Month, don't miss this powerful article, "Keep Fighting, Keep Dancing," by the Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson, '11, '16. Nancy reminds us of the "collision of two Christianities" and the vital importance of nurturing joy and resisting injustice.