Jeff RunyanDirector of Business Operations. M.S., University of Pittsburgh; B.S., Pennsylvania State University Colette Keyser, Assistant Director of Compliance - Academic Support Services God had lifted the veil of darkness from me! Ileia Hook, Director of Development & Parent Engagement John Carney, VIce President of Marketing and and Communications M.S.I.S., University of Tennessee; B.A., Oral Roberts University Michael Leggit, Event Operations Technician Did God, if he existed, really care about individuals? Sam Simpkins, University Photographer, Office of Communications M.Ed., Lipscomb University; M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville; B.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga M.S., Syracuse University; B.A., Wake Forest University Diana enjoys teaching and has taught Culto de Adoracion y los Sacramentos for the Course of Study Program. Amy Bond McGinnis, Program Assistant Tom is a graduate of Vanderbilt Divinity School with both the Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees. Was God able to lift me from the pit of my uncertainty and faltering faith? Carrie Cook, Executive Assistant to the VP of Development and External Relations Dr. Evan D. Young Executive Director, Stakeholder Relations. At Belmont I have taught General Education courses on thebibleand World Spiritualities, First Year Seminars, and Junior Cornerstones. M.B.A., Belmont University; B.A., University of North Texas Masters Degree preferred. I enjoy the challenge of classrooms where students come from different backgrounds and with different expectations. B.S., Western Kentucky University Austin Oglesby, Merchandise Manager Email: isf@biola.edu. Prior to arriving at Discipleship Ministries, Suzanne launched, built, owned, and managed a multi-million-dollar franchise from 1989 to 2008, Allegiance Staffing. Biology, Relogious Studies - University of Rochester, Associate Professor, Practical Theology & Spiritual Formation, B.A., University of Richmond, M.A.T., M.Div., Vanderbilt University, Th.D., Duke University, Assistant Professor of Religion and the Arts, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University; B.A., Middle Tennessee State University, Professor, Theology & Religion and the Arts, B.M., University of Michigan; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Ph.D., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; M.A., University of Missouri-Kansas City; M.Div., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Ed.D., Vanderbilt University; M.A., Scarritt College; M.L.S., Peabody College; B.A., Centenary College, Ph.D. and M.A., Vanderbilt University; M.Div., Southern Seminary; B.A., William Jewell College, Associate Professor of Religion and the Arts, Ph.D., University of St Andrews, Scotland; M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary; B.A., Baylor University, Ph.D., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; M.Div., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; B. S., University of Illinois, Ph.D., Union Presbyterian Seminary; M.Div., Central Baptist Theological Seminary; B.M.E., Music Therapy, The University of Kansas, Lawrence, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University; S.T.M., Yale Divinity School; M.Div., Westminster Seminary California; B.A., Missouri Baptist University, Th.D., Duke University Divinity School; M.A. I immersed myself in scripture, seeking an answer to my all-consuming doubt. M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University; B.A., Belmont University Christy Ridings's Phone Number and Email. I earned my B.A. B.A., University of Missouri - Kansas City In addition, her work has been found published on the American School Counselors Association website as Best Practices, has been demonstrated in invited presentations at the American Counseling Association Conference & Expo as well as in "Counseling Today" articles. - Calvin Theological Seminary; M.A. She currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer for The United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship and The Upper Room. In addition to writing, the Jamiesons speak extensively on matters related to stewardship, giving, financial reporting, transparency, and clergy tax for numerous denominations. Steven Reed is a native of Nashville, Tennessee, attending Vanderbilt University and completing collegiate studies at Western Kentucky University, earning a B.A. Matt Reno, CCR, Assistant Manager, Course Materials Manager - Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary; B.A., English Literature - Washington University, Ph.D., Philosophy of Religions - University of Chicago Divinity School; M.A., Philosophy, SUNY Buffalo; M.T.S., Theology - University of Notre Dame; B.A. Director of Spiritual Formation Telephone: 402-546-6384 Email: ipf@priestlyformation.org Ihab Shenouda Director of Finance and Administration Telephone: 531-272-8463 Email: ishenouda@priestlyformation.org Susan Wilson B.A., Middle Tennessee State University B.A., Belmont University M.A.T., Belmont University Jackie Cascarano Assistant Director of College Counseling B.A., University of Pennsylvania J.D., University of Michigan Jill Casey Campus Store Manager Sean Casey Head of School B.S., Hobart and William Smith Colleges M.B.A., Rutgers University M.Ed., Temple University AnneMarie Chambers This individual works primarily to promote, cultivate, and foster the catechetical and spiritual formation of parishioners. Debbie Chenoweth, Director of Basketball Operations I am an ordained minister and actively preach and teach and share my scholarship with local faith communities via workshops, classes, and the occasional podcast guest spot. Ph.D., Vanderbilt University; B.A.,Dickinson College, Steven T. Lasley, Vice-President for Finance and Operations (1998) Campbell earned his Bachelor of Arts in English, Linguistics, and Speech from the University of Mary Washington, and his Master of Divinity from Drew Theological School where he was awarded the Alton Raynor Prize for Town & Country Ministry. Bachelors Degree from accredited four-year college or university required. Hana Bebane, Sales and Delivery Associate, Perry Moulds, Vice President for Development and External Relations I'm especially pleased to attempt this work in the School of Religion, because the question of religion, the way we order our lives and imagine ourselves and the world we're in, is one of the biggest and most broad-ranging questions I can think of. B.S. B.A., Belmont University Ph.D., Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary; Th.M., Duke University; M.Div., Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond; B.A., Baylor University, Associate Professor & Associate Director of Mental Health Counseling, D.Min. B.M., University of Alabama Richard F. Byrd, Head Mens Basketball Coach B.A., Western Kentucky University He received a B.S. Nanci Alsup, Office Manager, Marnie Vanden Noven, Director of General Education (BELL Core) M.S., B.A., Belmont University Michael Pruitt, Assistant Chief In addition, Diana helped develop the 1992 United Methodist Book of Worship, and Mil Voces para Celebrar, 1996, an official United Methodist hymnal for Spanish-speaking churches. Ph.D., Boston College; M.Div., Southern Seminary; A.B., Harvard University She served as the volume editor for The Hymns of the United Methodist Hymnal He is licensed as a Clinical Pastoral Therapist in Tennessee and is an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). B.S., Tennessee State University, Geoff Price, Director She grew up in San Antonio, Texas, singing from the age of five. Jennifer Strange, Administrative Assistant M.Ed., Belmont University; B.A., Belmont University; B.S., Belmont University Custodial Services Sandra Kay Haynes, Manager Marlon Ardon, Supervisor Alvin Bell, Supervisor Kenneth Jackson, Supervisor Claudia Rosales, Supervisor Landscaping and Grounds Melissa Finan-Demalon Manager Maintenance Services The field of biblical studies has followed an interesting path during my career. Dr. Webb is also an active member of the National Communication Association. Director of University Marketing & Public Relations This position reports to the Senior Assistant Dean at JST and serves as one of three members of the Cluster for Formation and Ministry. Lissa Bradford, Head Womens Golf Coach as well as off campus (local churches, Belmont on Mission trips, etc.). M.Div., Boston University; BA, Olivet Nazarene University Jeff Runyan. Sarah Cates, Director of Development & Industry Relations, Curb College Blake began working with Discipleship Ministries in 2006 as an independent contractor through his business; and in January 2022, he joined the staff, managing the marketing and delivery (communications) team. She holds a B.A. The Assistant Director reports directly to Christian Service Program (CSP) Director. to be in partnership with conferences encouraging churches to focus on making disciples. B.S., East Tennessee State University A Tennessee native, Blake grew up in a family business helping develop and run the world's largest homeschooling mail-order supply company, answering customer support calls as early as age six. When I am not in the classroom, you may find me lost in thought at the Leu Art Gallery, enjoying a cup of coffee at the library, or simply hanging on the rock wall. She has taught courses at Lee University, Pacific School of Religion (Berkeley), The University of the South (Sewanee) and Belmont. Hunter Sr., Telecommunications Services Manager Nicole M Fox, Research and Instruction Librarian I enjoy serving with them because they are kind and loving people, and their Christ-like character makes the work environment wonderful. Andy Watts is a Professor of Religion and teaches undergraduate courses in religion and social ethics, also serving as the Field Education advisor for the college. Roslian Humphrey, Benefits Manager Dr. Amy E. SteeleExecutive Director of Program and Dean of the Chapel. Adam A. Perez earned a doctor of theology in liturgical studies with a secondary area in religion and the arts from Duke University Divinity School. Fred Kendall, Special Consultant to the President She earned her doctorate in Clinical Counseling, Teaching, & Supervision from Trevecca Nazarene University in 2018. College of Health Sciences & Nursing. Randall C. Reynolds, Director of Information Security She is a certified associate in project management, and she has a graduate certificate in conflict management from Lipscomb University. A master gardener, he also enjoys writing, woodworking, and landscape architecture. Brenda Lockhart began her career at Discipleship Ministries as a temporary staff member of the former United Methodist Youth Organization (UMYO) and was among the first staff hired for the newly formed Young Peoples Ministries division. Brenda holds a bachelor of science in professional studies with a concentration in organizational leadership from Middle Tennessee State University and an associate of science in business and commerce from Volunteer State Community College. Georgia State University; B.S. B.A. Bill Overby oversees the agencys Information Technology needs. Rev. Lindy Larocque, Assistant Coach Womens Basketball Russell Grimm, Director of Athletic Fundraising M.Ed. Holly Road Belmont, NC 28012. B.S., University of Alabama Evan served as an Air National Guard Chaplain for ten years and is proud of his service in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Pete and his team are responsible for working toward globalization of The Upper Rooms ministry. ; University of Alabama at Birmingham; B.S., Samford University B.B.A., Belmont University; A.A.S., Volunteer State Community College, Millicent Marshall, Director Berea College Scott has an MDiv from Asbury Theological Seminary and a DMin in the spiritual formation track from Southern Methodist University. edited by Adam Pryor and Devan Stahl, 59-93. He has a passion for discovering new and creative ideas with cohorts of leaders working together to fulfill the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Christy Ridings is a Director of Spiritual Formation at Belmont University based in Nashville, Tennessee. Wanda Easter, Payroll Coordinator In her spare time, she enjoys reading, arts and crafts, and watching nature and Netflix. Brian Joy, Institutional Research Analyst She has served on the boards of directors for the Nashville Emmaus and the Nashville Chrysalis Communities, currently serving as the registrar for the Nashville Emmaus Community. I love learning and I love ideas, knowledge, and thinking, and this is one of the main reasons I love teaching. M.A., Taylor University; B.A., George Fox University Willie Young, Director of Major Gifts To use another idea from Palmer, I participate daily in the grace of great things. Thoughts are powerful. B.B.A., Baldwin Wallace University Melvin Leon Reed, Captain 2nd Shift Beth Brewster, Programmer Analyst He also has three years of experience as a legal research analyst, in which he focused on for-profit higher education institutions. in a major medical center and teaching hospital. I have been teaching for over three decades now, in subjects as diverse as biology, physical education, and Biblical Hebrew. Jim Madrigal, Head Mens Tennis Coach B.A., Seattle Pacific University I am interested in how all kinds of theological views fit in their historical contexts. Mississippi State University University of Mississippi - Stanford University; B.A. Significant leadership and ministry experience, $500 credit toward a Belmont on Mission trip, Preferred desk hours (paid) at assigned residence hall, Full-time student status (12-18 credit hours), Must be a growing and committed Christian, Letter of recommendation from a spiritual mentor, Interview with members of the University Ministries staff, 1900 Belmont Boulevard | Nashville, TN 37212. University of Kentucky Sally Dodd, Director of University Scheduling He continues to be very passionate about teaching and sharing with new students insights and understandings in studying the Bible, and with seasoned students, bringing into the classroom focused biblical studies, with the addition of practical experiences in the church, chaplaincy and pastoral counseling. Dave Elder, Network Systems Administrator I teach First-year and Cornerstone seminars in theology and philosophy, as well as courses in Scripture and hermeneutics. Terrell L. McTyer serves as the Executive Director of Marketing and Innovation for The Upper Room. Scott lives in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, and attends Providence United Methodist Church with his family. Mark Grones, Assistant Director and University Engineer B.B.A., Belmont University, Robert Chavez, Director Waters' research is focused on traumatic stress, secondary traumatic stress, religious and spiritual diversity, and interfaith harmony. 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