Guest Preacher July 14, 2024 - Rev. Dr. M. Craig Barnes

July 14, 2024

We are delighted to welcome back Dr. M. Craig Barnes as preacher and Karl Bjorkman as liturgist today!

Dr. Barnes served as the seventh president of Princeton Theological Seminary. He began his tenure in January 2013, and served until January 2023, when he retired and received the title President Emeritus. He also served as professor of pastoral ministry. Barnes earned his Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Seminary in 1981 and his PhD in church history from the University of Chicago in 1992.

Before becoming president of Princeton Seminary, Barnes was a chaired professor at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary while also serving as the pastor and head of sta of Shadyside Presbyterian Church. He previously served pastorates in Madison, Wisconsin, and at the National Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. He is a frequent lecturer and preacher at conferences, academic gatherings, and in congregations across the country. He is the author of nine books. His writing and academic work reect his deep commitment to the theological formation of pastors to lead the church in changing times.

Karl Bjorkman was one of Dutch Neck’s seminarians in the Academic Year 2021-2022. Karl earned his Master of Theological Studies from Princeton Theological Seminary in 2022. He now works as Admission Counselor at Franklin & Marshall College. He travels to recruitment events, reviews admission applications from prospective students, and works with secondary school counselors and administrators.