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A Foundation for Theological Education
emphasizing the evangelical Wesleyan tradition
Welcome to AFTE, where we believe in traditioned innovation and the renewal of the Church. If you are a gifted scholar-teacher-leader who shares this commitment, we invite you to learn more about the John Wesley Fellowships.
Featured Fellows
AFTE grants John Wesley Fellowships to outstanding scholar-teacher-leaders who exemplify a commitment to traditioned innovation and are capable of providing decisive leadership in Church renewal. These fellowships will assist doctoral candidates in pursuing their studies at the finest universities while nurturing gifted minds and passionate hearts that will transform the landscape of theological education.
Rev. Dr. Laceye C. Warner
One of Rev. Dr. Laceye Warner’s favorite stories to tell these days is not from her years studying at the University of Bristol in England, or her 20 plus year tenure teaching Methodist studies and…
Dr. Jack Jackson (Denman Fellow)
Rev. Dr. Thomas Glenn “Jack” Jackson III, a Wesleyan scholar and evangelist, will be the first to tell you that growing up, he was not a Christian. However, after dedicating his life to serving the…
Dr. Scott J. Jones
A Wesley scholar serving as bishop
When you look at the modern history of the Methodist church, a name that stands out as having a tremendous impact is Bishop Scott J. Jones. Throughout his life, Jones has displayed his passion for…
Dr. Wendy J. Deichmann
Dr. Wendy Deichmann has a black and white photograph from when she was seven or eight years old, standing in front of her younger siblings and an assortment of dolls sitting in chairs, teaching them….
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News and Events
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Announcing that 2025 John Wesley Fellowship Scholarship Applications are now being accepted. Please see the at…
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Congratulations Rev. Dr. Joy Moore for being selected as the next President of Northern Seminary in Chicago.&n…
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Prepare yourself for a gathering John Wesley Fellows and Friends of AFTE to celebrate the Wesleyan reception o…
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JWF and friends of AFTE, we look forward to you joining us Thursday-Sunday, December 12-15, 2024, for the AFTE…
Fellows attending higher education colleges, universities and seminaries
Fellows serve at these higher education colleges, universities and seminaries
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