A Vision for Change: Honoring Dr. Felix Gilbert’s Legacy
February 10, 2025
When Felix Gilbert joined Denver Seminary’s faculty in 2013, he brought with him a passion for connecting the Seminary with Denver’s urban communities. As the founder and director of the Urban Initiative—now the Black Church Programs—he pioneered a year-long Lay Ministry Program to equip lay leaders in urban Denver communities. His visionary leadership helped bridge the gap between the Seminary and the local community, fostering transformative partnerships.

Felix’s efforts went beyond the classroom. He and his wife, Kotane, co-pastored Restoration Christian Fellowship, in Aurora, Colo., and launched Restoration Christian Ministries, a community development organization, and Restoration Christian Academy, offering faith-based education.
Denver Seminary Names Dr. Eva Bleeker the Rev. Dr. Jan McCormack Endowed Chair of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care
January 21, 2025
Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Eva Bleeker, assistant professor of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, as the Rev. Dr. Jan McCormack Endowed Chair of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, effective January 1, 2025.

Dr. Bleeker joined Denver Seminary in 2019, bringing a wealth of expertise and experience to her role. She holds an Ed.D. from Baylor University and is board-certified through the Association of Professional Chaplains. Additionally, she earned a Master of Science in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University and two Master of Arts degrees from

January 28, 2021

In Memory of Dr. Bruce Demarest

By: Denver Seminary

In 1975, Dr. Demarest was invited by Dr. Vernon Grounds to join the Seminary faculty in Systematic Theology. During the 1980s, he began to offer courses in formation and soul care, and soon a Certificate in Formation was developed, an M.A. in Christian Formation was created, and classes were added to the Seminary’s Doctor of Ministry track—Leadership in Community Spiritual Formation.

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In Memory of Dr. Bruce Demarest

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