MTSO celebrated its commencement May 17, awarding degrees in five master’s programs – including, for the first time, the MA in Public Theology – and the Doctor of Ministry.

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung of the Ohio Episcopal Area of the United Methodist Church addressed the graduates, telling them, “The journey is going to be deep and wide, but remember, your community, your family, your teachers and your colleagues will be behind you.”

In parting words to the class, MTSO President Jay Rundell said, “You came here with some things on your mind, no doubt. Some questions. I hope we answered some of the questions. I hope we left some unanswered. I know you created some questions in us. You have added to this place. You have made us more of who we need to be.”

Videos, photos and PDFs of printed programs from commencement and baccalaureate are available for viewing here.

MTSO recognizes and congratulates its alumni and students who are being ordained or commissioned within conferences of the United Methodist Church or are celebrating other ministry milestones within their faith traditions this year.

View a listing of those who have reached new milestones here.

A highlight of The Story Magazine and Annual Report is our Alum News, celebrating significant events in the lives and vocations of MTSO alumni.

We invite you to send your news our way so that we can include it in the magazine. We’d also like to hear from you if you’ve simply had a change of address or other contact information.

You’ll find an update form here. Thank you for staying in touch.