Faculty & Administration
Saint Mary Theological College & Ethio-American Cultural Institute serves the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church through faithful theological education, spiritual formation, and cultural preservation. Our leadership and faculty work together to uphold Orthodox doctrine, maintain academic integrity, and guide students in Church-centered formation.
Administration
The College is governed and administered in a manner consistent with the mission and canonical tradition of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
Founder & President
Kesis Endale Ashagrie Abebe, Ph.D
Provides spiritual and institutional leadership, oversees mission alignment, and guides long-term development.
Dean / Academic Affairs
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Oversees curriculum, faculty coordination, academic standards, and program quality.
Registrar / Student Records
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Manages admissions files, enrollment, transcripts, and graduation documentation.
Program Director / Online Learning
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Coordinates distance learning, learning platform support, and course delivery formats.
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Faculty
Faculty at Saint Mary Theological College teach in fidelity to Orthodox faith and tradition. Instruction emphasizes Scripture, Patristics, Liturgy, Canon Law, Church History, Orthodox Spirituality, and Ethiopian Orthodox heritage.
Areas of Instruction
- Biblical Studies — Old & New Testament (Orthodox interpretation)
- Dogmatic & Patristic Theology — Doctrine and the Holy Fathers
- Liturgy & Sacraments — Worship, hymnody, and Church life
- Canon Law — Ecclesiastical order and pastoral discipline
- Church History — Universal history with Ethiopian Orthodox emphasis
- Orthodox Spirituality — Prayer, fasting, repentance, ascetical tradition
- Ge’ez Studies — Sacred language, texts, and heritage
- Pastoral Ministry — Preaching, teaching, catechesis, and practicum
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Visiting Lecturers & Guest Instructors
The College may invite qualified clergy, scholars, and ministry leaders to provide specialized instruction, seminars, and guest lectures, strengthening the academic and pastoral formation of students.
Inquiries
For questions about faculty, course instruction, or academic leadership, please visit the Contact page.
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