Dear Members of the Perkins Community,
Grace and peace to you in the name of our God, our Creator and Sustainer!

As you know, we find ourselves in a time of transition at Perkins School of Theology—an important moment of change that is shaping our future and preparing us for continued growth and impact in theological education and ministry.
As we navigate this season, we celebrate the ways God is guiding and strengthening our school, our ministries, and our community of faith. This issue of Perkins Perspective Online highlights some of these important developments.
One of the most notable transitions is the appointment of our new Dean, Dr. Bryan P. Stone, who will begin his tenure on June 1. Please join me in welcoming Dr. Stone to Perkins and supporting him in this new role. He and I have met several times, and we are working together to make his transition into the dean’s office seamless. Dr. Stone brings with him a deep commitment to theological education, Wesleyan heritage, and the ongoing mission of the Church. In this issue, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know him better through a Q&A interview.
In addition to this crucial leadership change, God has also guided us and provided other opportunities for ministry and learning at Perkins, such as:
- The appointment of the Rev. Dr. Pamela White as the new director of our Intern Program, which provides opportunities to enrich the formation of our students as they prepare to serve congregations and communities in dynamic ways.
- A generous grant from the Baugh Foundation will ensure that our Baptist House of Studies continues as a vital and growing presence on our campus.
- The launch of the Fresh Expressions partnership, led by Dr. Michael Beck, will equip students to minister in innovative ways beyond traditional church walls.
- Even Kirby Parlor is undergoing a refresh, just in time for the fall semester—reminding us that change is an opportunity for renewal in our ministries and shared spaces.
I invite you to journey with us in this time of transition, to pray for the future of Perkins, to support Dr. Stone, and to remain connected with this vibrant community of faith. Wherever you are, may you find encouragement in God’s ongoing work, and may you join us in embracing the opportunities that lie ahead as we continue to answer the call to ministry together.
With much gratitude,
Hugo Magallanes
Dean ad interim
Perkins School of Theology