Festival of Women Preachers

05/22/2026

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02/19/2026

Join me in congratulation Dr. Patricia Gould-Champ on this stellar landmark pinnacle.
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Congratulations to our Founding Visionary!!! 🖤💚❤️

In recognition of exceptional academic achievement, the VUU Board approved Dr. Patricia Gould-Champ as a Distinguished Professor. Dr. Gould-Champ becomes the first woman in VUU history to receive this designation—an important milestone for our University.

02/19/2026

Join me in congratulating Dr. Veronice Miles on her appointment as Interim Dean at Wesley Theological Seminary.

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The Board of Governors of Wesley Theological Seminary (Wesley DC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Veronice Miles has been named Interim Dean of Wesley DC for a two-year term, effective July 1, 2026.

Dr. Miles, the Mary Elizabeth McGehee Joyce Professor of Preaching and the Director of African American Church Studies at Wesley DC, expressed gratitude and a strong sense of responsibility in accepting the appointment. “It is both an honor and privilege to step into the role of interim dean and work alongside students, faculty, administrators, and staff as we advance the mission of Wesley Theological Seminary. I step into this role prayerfully and with deep commitment to preparing leaders who serve with integrity and help bring meaningful change in the world.”

We look forward to her leadership as we continue forming leaders for the church and the world!

11/10/2025

11/10/2025

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11/05/2025

Another Festival is in the books. It's hard to put into words what happened. Suffice it to say, we heard "The Sound of the Genuine" in each other. God be praised.

Many thanks to every presenter:
Dr. Patricia Gould-Champ
Dr. Veronice Miles
Dr. Judy Fentress-Williams
Rev. Patricia Fears
Rev. Mia McClain
Dr. Michele Balamani Silvera
And our three featured preachers...
Rev. Dwylene Butler
Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell
Rev. Tanai Sanders White