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2025 AFTE John Wesley Fellows

A Foundation for Theological Education (AFTE) John Wesley Fellowships have been awarded to seven doctoral students.

The John Wesley Fellows program is designed to promote the renewal of theological education by supporting promising scholars in the Wesleyan tradition who are committed to the classical Christian faith, a robust Wesleyan understanding of Christian doctrine, and spiritual renewal of the Church and its people in service to the world. Scholarships are awarded to doctoral students to help them complete their studies. Recipients also participate in the Fellowship, which includes an annual Christmas Conference where fellows engage in scholarly conversation in service to the Church.

Christine Agina

Christine is a 2018 graduate of Kenyatta University with a BA in Education and a 2021 graduate of Asbury Theological Seminary with a MA in Intercultural Studies. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Intercultural Studies at Asbury, with a concentration in Evangelism.

Christine has served in mission work and church planting across Kenya, South Sudan, and Zambia, focusing on raising leaders through discipleship, evangelism and pastoral care. She is passionate about equipping pastors and Christina leaders to become faithful and discerning readers of Scripture.

Christine lives in Zambia with her husband, Silas, and their two sons, Jonathan and Joseph.

Noah Daniels

Noah is a 2018 graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University with a BA in Music and Ministry and a 2023 graduate of Northwest Nazarene University Master of Art in Pastoral Ministry. Noah is currently pursuing his PhD at the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies which is part of the Cambridge Theological Federation. Noah’s major field of study is church history. He currently serves as Associate Chaplain at Northwest Nazarene University and teaches in their School of Theology and Christian Ministry.

Noah and his wife Kerri currently reside in Nampa, Idaho.

Kenny Johnston

Kenny is a 2007 graduate of Trinity College with a BA in Philosophical Theology and completed his MDiv at Wesley Biblical School in Biblical Languages in 2020. Kenny is currently pursuing his PhD in Philosophical Theology at London School of Theology and Asbury Theological Seminary. His vocational plans include teaching and writing. Kenny also serves as the senior pastor at First Wesleyan Church in Gastonia, NC.

Kenny, his wife Julie and children Evangeline, Landis, Samuel, Abigail, Hailey, Jordan, Eliana and Clara reside in Gastonia, NC.

Cabe Matthews

Cabe is a 2005 graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Physics and is a 2009 graduate of the Seattle School of Theology and Psychology with an MDiv. Additionally, Cabe is a graduate of the SMU’s Perkins School of Theology with a ThM. He will pursue his PhD in Philosophical Theology at the University of Aberdeen. Cabe currently serves as associate pastor at Kingwood Methodist Church in Kingwood, Texas.

Cabe resides in Montgomery, Texas with his wife Stephanie, and their two children, Annie and Joshua.

Emmanuel Shu

Emmanuel is a 2015 graduate of Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Systematic Theology and from Wesley University Ondo Nigeria with a master’s in Theology in 2021. Emmanuel in enrolled in his PhD program at Wesley House which is part of Cambridge University. He currently teaches Methodist studies and theology at the Presbyterian Theology school in Cameroon.

Emmanuel and his wife Kole, along with their children Bridney, Villan, Succes, and Uncion reside in Cameroon.

Fayiah Tamba

Fayiah graduated with a BA in Theology at Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary in 2015 followed by an MBA at University of International Business and Economics in 2019. Fayiah also received his master’s in educational leadership and administration at UMU Graduate School of Theology and Professional Studies in 2025. He will be attending Biola University to pursue his PhD in Educational Leadership and Administration. Fayiah also teaches discipleship and Christian leadership at Hope University and Theological Seminary located in Monrovia. His vocational plans include teaching, mentoring and providing leadership in theological education and universities.

Fayiah, his wife Jenneh and their children, Blesseth, Blessing, and Grace reside in Monrovia, Liberia.

Katarina von Kühn

Katarina graduated in 2017 from Baylor University with a BA in Religion followed by a MDiv from Duke Divinity School in 2020. In addition, Katarina graduated from Yale Divinity School in 2023 with a STM. She currently is pursuing her PhD in Theology, Ethics, and Politics at Princeton Theological Seminary. Katarina hopes to teach and mentor students in a university or seminary context.

Katarina lives in Princeton, NJ with her child Zooey.

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Congratulations to the new 2026 AFTE John Wesley Fellows

A Foundation for Theological Education (AFTE) John Wesley Fellowships have been awarded to three doctoral students.

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Application for 2026 John Wesley Fellowship Scholarship

Announcing that 2026 John Wesley Fellowship Scholarship Applications are now being accepted. Please see the attached form for full requirements and instructions. Applications will be accepted until March 13, 2026.

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2026 Christmas Conference at The Woodlands Methodist Church

John Wesley Fellows and Friends of AFTE,

We look forward to you joining us Thursday-Sunday, December 10-13, 2026, for the
AFTE John Wesley Fellowship Christmas Conference at The Woodlands Methodist
Church, in The Woodlands, Texas.  Conference panels and guest speakers will be
centered around current issues in theological education.  The theme for the conference
will be AFTE and Theological Education in a Time of Disruption and Change.  

We are pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone, Executive Director of the
Beeson International Center at Asbury Theological Seminary, will be one of our featured
speakers. Bishop Bob Hayes of The Woodlands Methodist Church will also lead
discussions related to the conference theme. Additional speakers will be announced
soon.

The event is being hosted by The Woodlands Methodist Church, and we will share
further details about our time together in the coming months. In addition, conference
materials related to artificial intelligence and theological education will be distributed
prior to the event. We anticipate a meaningful time of learning, discussion, and
fellowship.

The conference will begin with check-in at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, located at
1855 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77380, on Thursday, December 10, at
3:00 p.m. We will conclude on Sunday, December 13, at 12:00 p.m.

Please schedule your departure for no earlier than Saturday, December 12 th  at 3:30
p.m. so that there is ample time to obtain transportation to the airport to travel home.  (If
it is best to stay over Saturday night, your hotel will be covered.)

Currently funded Fellows are expected to attend. AFTE will cover your travel expenses.
For mentors of currently funded Fellows, AFTE will provide assistance with travel costs.
Additional details regarding travel arrangements will be emailed to you in the near
future. 

Once you have registered for the conference, hotel reservations at the Embassy Suites
by Hilton will be made on your behalf through the AFTE office.

Return the attached registration form to caman@twmc.org as soon as possible, and no
later than Friday, November 6, 2026.   

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: A pre-arrival email will be sent approximately two weeks
before the event. This email will include the conference schedule, additional event
information, and your hotel confirmation number.

If you have any questions, please contact me at caman@twumc.org or at 936.230.1644
(cell).

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AFTE’s First International Travel Experience a Huge Success

Twenty John Wesley Fellows, spouses, and friends were able to experience a trip of a lifetime. The travel itinerary centered on the celebration of the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.  It took place from May 17th to May 27th, coinciding with the celebration of the creed.  The travels were throughout Western Turkey, making stops in many of the seven cities of Revelation. The experience was extremely engaging, enlightening and life changing for many of the participants.  Everyone was tremendously grateful to AFTE for allowing this event to take place and look forward to future travel experiences!  Please see the photo library in addition to viewing the presentations that were given during the trip on our YouTube channel.

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2025 AFTE John Wesley Fellows

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1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea

Prepare yourself for a gathering John Wesley Fellows and Friends of AFTE to celebrate the Wesleyan reception of the Nicene Creed and its spiritual heritage at Nicaea (modern Iznik, Turkey) and other locations relevant to the Seven Ecumenical Councils at the root of our shared faith. Join us in a pilgrimage tour walking in the pathways of apostles and praying in the basilicas of early bishops. The tour through lands of ancient treasures and Church history is scheduled for May 17–27, 2025.

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