UM Studies Practical Theology Position - Faculty
Saint Paul School of Theology is reimagining theological education for the twenty-first century, focused on integration of student learning and formation of the whole person for ministry. We are thinking beyond traditional disciplinary categories and developing a faculty whose work is interdisciplinary, innovative, and integrative in nature. We are strategically positioned to invest in this vision.
Saint Paul School of Theology invites applications for one or more full-time faculty appointments in
United Methodist Studies and Practical Theology with competencies in one or more of the following disciplines: Pastoral Care, Leadership, Spirituality, Evangelism, Mission, Religious Education, and Ethics and Society. At least one hire will include competencies in United Methodist Studies. Other possible areas of expertise include conflict management, trauma-informed pedagogy, social justice advocacy, emotional intelligence, intercultural development, and technology for ministry. The position is rank open, tenure track or tenured. Because Saint Paul School of Theology is committed to interdisciplinary and integrative work, we especially invite candidates who embody diverse perspectives, methods, and approaches to their field.
Candidates for the position must have a Ph.D. or equivalent academic degree in a relevant field. The cover letter should indicate scholarly and teaching competence in areas relevant to theological education. Successful applicants should be equipped to teach on-campus, hybrid, and online courses in the MDIV, MACM, MTS, and DMIN programs. Candidates should be willing to locate at Saint Paul’s campus in Oklahoma City or Leawood, Kansas, depending on the seminary’s needs. The appointment begins on July 1, 2026.
Saint Paul welcomes nominations for the positions, and the search committee will begin processing applications on October 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should send the cover letter and CV, and we also request 3 letters of reference to: FacultySearch@spst.edu. Questions about the search may be addressed to Jake Randolph, chair of the search committee (
jacob.randolph@spst.edu).
Saint Paul School of Theology (
www.spst.edu) is a seminary of The United Methodist Church with campuses in Leawood, KS, and Oklahoma City, OK. The seminary is unique in its relationships with Resurrection Leawood and Oklahoma City University, each of which contributes to the quality of the curriculum. Faculty members are committed to rigorous education of students from diverse denominational contexts, common interests in social justice, and flexible course delivery. The seminary offers MDIV, MACM, MATS, and DMIN degrees shaped by action/reflection approaches and is committed to equipping students for Christian leadership in diverse contexts. Ninety percent of our students serve in ministry settings while in seminary. In addition to teaching and scholarship, faculty members engage in service to the seminary, the church, and peace and justice efforts. Our mission statement can be found at
https://www.spst.edu/about/.
