Beeson Divinity School

Beeson will once again offer full tuition scholarships for students beginning their studies this fall, following the renewal of a major gift to the school by an anonymous donor. Learn more about the Our Risen Lord scholarships: bit.ly/4blvcVI

Beeson recently welcomed noted New Testament scholar John Barclay to campus for this year’s Biblical Studies Lectures, during which Barclay preached on the theme of "Living in the Gift." Read more: bit.ly/4lI5YUM

Join author Karen Swallow Prior at Beeson later this month as she discusses her latest book, "You Have a Calling." Registration is required, and book purchases are optional when you register. Learn more and register: bit.ly/YouHaveACalling

Join us next week for our Conger Preaching Lectures featuring longtime Beeson preaching professor Robert Smith Jr! Learn more: bit.ly/Conger2026

Considering seminary? Join us for Preview Day on March 20 to see what life is like as a Beeson student! Meet with professors, talk with admission and students and learn what makes Beeson the best place for in-person theological education. Register: bit.ly/PreviewDaySP26

New podcast out now! Dean Douglas Sweeney talks with pastor Adam Dooley, who will be one of the speakers at this summer's preaching conference. Available on our website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube! bit.ly/4sIJ9ma

Beeson's PhD helps students expand and deepen their theological knowledge for the sake of the church’s witness, while maintaining the advanced academic learning and research of a PhD. Learn more and apply by April 1 to be considered for fall admission: bit.ly/4aJUZ6l

Join us tomorrow for chapel at 11 a.m. as this week's Biblical Studies lecturer John Barclay preaches a sermon from 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 titled "Living in Gratitude." Can't join us in person? Join our livestream on YouTube! bit.ly/49V3k6B

Pursue your call to ministry in a challenging, rewarding and formative environment. All master's students receive scholarship assistance. Full-tuition scholarships are available for top MDiv applicants. Apply by June 1: bit.ly/ApplyToBeeson Learn more: bit.ly/4pfH678

Join us next week for our Biblical Studies Lectures, featuring New Testament scholar John Barclay! Barclay will preach in chapel on Tuesday, March 17 and deliver a lecture at 11 a.m. March 18 and 19. All lectures will be held in Hodges Chapel. Learn more: bit.ly/4d4M9EJ

Registration for this summer's preaching conference is open! Early bird rate ends May 1. This year's theme is "Manifold Wisdom: The Riches of Preaching Across Christian Traditions." We hope to see you there! Register: bit.ly/PreachingConfe… Learn more: bit.ly/3ORhzEr

Samford University’s 2025 Annual Report is here. Highlighting another year of God’s faithfulness, the report captures a remarkable year at Samford. We invite you to read the annual report and see firsthand how Samford is advancing its bold vision. 🔗 ms.spr.ly/6013QwRmb.

Considering seminary? Join us for Preview Day on March 20 to see what life is like as a Beeson student! Meet with professors, talk with admission and students and learn what makes Beeson the best place for in-person theological education. Register: bit.ly/PreviewDaySP26

Nearly seven years after moving to Woodlawn, Alabama, Dan Edwards, MDiv ’24, has planted The Way City Church in the city. The church launched Feb. 1 with a vision of cultivating a vibrant Gospel presence rooted in discipleship and community. Read more: bit.ly/4bmH74d

New Beeson podcast is out now! Dean Douglas Sweeney talks with Beeson professor Reginald Calvert, who also serves as pastor of New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Bessemer, Alabama. Available on our website, YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify! bit.ly/4s5SzZ0

Join author Karen Swallow Prior at Beeson later this month as she discusses her latest book, "You Have a Calling." Registration is required, and book purchases are optional when you register. Learn more and register: bit.ly/YouHaveACalling

From March 19-21, Beeson will co-host the Calvin Studies Society's 2026 Colloquium. The title of the colloquium is "Calvin and Creation" and will feature plenary speakers, short-paper panels and graduate student presentations. Learn more and register: bit.ly/CalvinStudies

Join Master of Arts in Christian Counseling director Gordon Bals and Samford's Center for Congregational Resources on March 21 in Cooney Hall from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a timely workshop on mental healthcare in rural and small-town churches. Register: bit.ly/BalsWorkshop

Join us for our annual Biblical Studies Lectures, featuring noted New Testament scholar John Barclay. Barclay will preach in chapel on Tuesday, March 17 and deliver a lecture at 11 a.m. on both March 18 and 19. Learn more: bit.ly/4boOIA9

Twenty years after graduating from Beeson Divinity School, Michael Straus is giving back to the school he said gave him an “amazingly enriching experience.” Read Straus' story: bit.ly/40cOy8W Last day to give for Samford Giving Days! GIVE: bit.ly/SamfordGivingD…

"Your gift, no matter the size, helps ensure that future pastors, missionaries and ministry leaders can answer God’s call without the heavy weight of financial strain." -- Dean Douglas Sweeney Give during Samford Giving Days to support Beeson students! bit.ly/SamfordGivingD…