The Ninety-Fifth Annual Commencement Ceremony of
Westminster Theological Seminary
Directory of Graduating Students
Click on our graduates' names to learn how they plan to use their Westminster training.
Aaron Gray Savage
Pittsgrove, NJ
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Aaron Gray Savage
Pittsgrove, NJ
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Abraham Santoso
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Abraham Santoso
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
After graduation, I plan to continue serving in the Indonesian Reformed Fellowship in the San Francisco Bay Area by leading Bible studies more frequently.
I am humbled that God has given me the opportunity to study at Westminster. I have enjoyed all the courses, especially Christianity and Culture, Union With Christ, and Biblical Theology. Not only did I learn from gifted professors and instructors, but I also cherished the interactions with fellow students and Jerry.
My prayer is that God will use me more to serve His church and proclaim the gospel to those around me through my words and actions.
Alden Davis Groves
Glenside
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Alden Davis Groves
Glenside
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
After graduation, I will be moving up to Portland, ME, where I have accepted a call to be an Assistant Pastor at Christ the Redeemer (PCA). I am so thankful for how Westminster has prepared me for ministry, and I am deeply blessed by the friendships I have made along the way. Although there are many wonderful moments and memories from my four years at WTS, I will always think back with a special fondness on the WTS World Cup tournaments. Thanks to all who came out and made these such a good time! Onward to for the Kingdom, brothers and sisters.
Alexandra Gilman
Toronto, Canada
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
Alexandra Gilman
Toronto, Canada
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
After losing our second baby and experiencing devastating loss within Christian ministry, I began my Biblical counseling journey with WTS in January of 2021. A year later, we welcomed our precious daughter, Miriam. I completed my coursework this August hoping to work within a church setting, but God surprised us with a different timeline! We are four weeks away from welcoming our son. Seminary has deeply enriched my life, and I regularly use what I acquired here in the UK where my family currently lives. I look forward to fully engaging in the counseling world when we return to Canada.
Alexandra Green
Peculiar, MO
Master of Theology (ThM)
Alexandra Green
Peculiar, MO
Master of Theology (ThM)
Amir Younas
Three Hills, Alberta
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Amir Younas
Three Hills, Alberta
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
I consider it a privilege and an honour to be a student at WTS in the MATS program. I have enjoyed each and every course as it all helped me to draw near to God. My future plan is by God’s grace to serve our Master, the Lord Jesus Christ, and to exalt his name in all what I do. I will be so grateful to God if I get the opportunity to serve the church in a pastoral role and that’s what I will seek. Westminster has prepared me well and I rejoice in God for Him opening this door in June 2021 to May 2024.
Amy DiMarcangelo
Berlin, NJ
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Amy DiMarcangelo
Berlin, NJ
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
I joined the MATS program because I felt called to the ministry of writing and wanted to grow as a student of God’s Word. The classes at Westminster exceeded my expectations. They stretched me intellectually, deepened my trust in Scripture, and stirred my affections for Christ. Since enrolling, I’ve had two books published by Crossway, and I’m confident their content was strengthened because of my time here. Graduating is truly bittersweet. I’ll miss the classes, but I’m excited to put what I’ve learned into practice as I pursue new writing projects and continue serving in my local church.
Ana Esmeralda Cruz López
Mexico
Master of Arts in Religion (MAR)
Ana Esmeralda Cruz López
Mexico
Master of Arts in Religion (MAR)
My time at Westminster has increased my love and amazement for the significance of union with Christ and the depth and unity of the scriptures. In future, I hope to teach Sunday School children and my own children what I have learned.
Andrew Carl Freed
Perkiomenville, PA
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Andrew Carl Freed
Perkiomenville, PA
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Drew is a joyful servant of Jesus Christ. He is happily married to his wife, Sarah, and they are expecting their first child after graduation! His studies at Westminster were transformative – for both body and soul. He hopes to lose the extra weight soon, but he wants to keep the knowledge for a lifetime. Drew is a candidate for pastoral ministry in his presbytery, and he prays that his life will bear much fruit for the kingdom of God.
Andrew Morales
Crown Point, IN
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
Andrew Morales
Crown Point, IN
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
My time at Westminster has been an amazing ride. I’ve made so many friends and gained so much experience. The most growing experience was definitely my CFE where I stretched my counseling muscles for the first time in a formal setting. For my future plans, I am currently searching for a position in vocational ministry. I want to thank my family, friends, and classmates for all the support they’ve shown me throughout.
Andrew Zabel
Minneapolis, MN
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Andrew Zabel
Minneapolis, MN
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
I plan to continue my ordination process in the CREC and pursue pastoral ministry, in addition to continuing to teach Hebrew here at Westminster.
Church History and the Languages were extremely impactful for forming my hermeneutic and changed how I read the Bible completely. Thank you Dr. Coleman, Dr. Poythress, Dr. Briones, and Libbie Groves especially.
Ashley Anthony
St. Louis, MO
Master of Arts in Religion (MAR)
Ashley Anthony
St. Louis, MO
Master of Arts in Religion (MAR)
Attending Westminster has been an important part of our family’s life over the past seven years. I am not the same person I was when I began attending seminary and am thankful for all the ways God has worked in my life.
Bohyung Kim
Seoul, South Korea
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Bohyung Kim
Seoul, South Korea
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Thank you for helping me develop a Christ-centered perspective in interpreting the Bible through my studies at Westminster. I aspire to be a faithful messenger, sharing and proclaiming God’s precious Word in the ministerial roles He has entrusted to me.
Brett Derr
Millersburg, Pennsylvania
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Brett Derr
Millersburg, Pennsylvania
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
I plan to pursue teaching at the Bible College/seminary level and continue on to earn my doctorate. I am thankful for my time at Westminster as it has profoundly shaped my view on God’s word and the world. The faculty and staff are world class so to have an opportunity to sit under their teaching has been a dream come true.
Byounghong Choi
Cliffside Park
Master of Theology (ThM)
Byounghong Choi
Cliffside Park
Master of Theology (ThM)
Byungwoo Jeon
Seoul, South Korea
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
Byungwoo Jeon
Seoul, South Korea
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS)
I would like to thank all the professors and staff. I’m sorry that I couldn’t see you in person and say thank you. I have started my PhD at Chongshin University and am continuing my studies, and I want to continue serving the calling I have received through my studies. I hope to be a pastor and theologian who is unashamed before God, prepared for the time when I may walk the path of senior pastorship. I desire to be a clean vessel for the Lord, continuously engaging in both study and ministry. It is my hope to attend Westminster Theological Seminary at some point in the future.
Caleb Burkhart
Harrisburg
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
Caleb Burkhart
Harrisburg
Master of Divinity (MDIV)
By God’s grace, I will be pursuing a PhD in New Testament Studies at Westminster, focusing on Johannine Literature. I will also continue working for the Stewardship Department at Westminster.
Cari Clarice Ahlem
Turlock
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
Cari Clarice Ahlem
Turlock
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
After graduation I plan to continue working as a biblical counselor at Chapel Soul Care. I am thankful for the opportunity I have had to learn and grow through the courses at CCEF and at Westminster Seminary. Meeting other students from all over the world who are committed to caring well for others in their communities has been an encouragement and highlight of this program.
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The Ninety-Fifth Annual Commencement Exercises of
Westminster Theological Seminary
Thursday | May 23, 2024
Prelude
Welcome
Dr. Stephen Coleman
Dean of Biblical & Theological Studies
and Associate Professor of Old Testament & Biblical Languages
Procession & Hymn
How Firm a Foundation
Invocation
Dr. John Currie
Dean of Pastoral Theology
and Professor of Pastoral Theology
Doxology
Welcome & Announcements
Mr. John Weiser
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Recognition - Class of 1974
Dr. Peter Lillback
President
and Professor of Historical Theology and Church History
Granting of Honorary Degrees
Dr. Peter Lillback
Scripture Reading
Dr. W. Robert Edwards
Dean of Students and Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology
Prayer
Rev. John Anderson
Address
Rev. George Cottenden
"Who is Praying for You?"
John 17
Hymn
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Conferring of Degrees
Dr. Peter Lillback
Dr. David Garner
Chief Academic Officer
and Professor of Systematic Theology
Recognition of Korean Programs
Dr. Peter Lillback
Charge to Graduates
Dr. Alfred Poirier
Professor of Pastoral Theology
Hymn
A Mighty Fortress is Our God
Closing Prayer and Benediction
Dr. Iain Duguid
Dean of Online Learning
and Professor of Old Testament
Recessional & Postlude
Congratulations from the Bookstore on graduating from seminary! We have put together a curated selection of titles for graduates and we are happy to gift you a free USPS shipping code to help you pick up books to continue your ministry! Use code GRAD24 at checkout.
Free shipping (Contiguous U.S. only) and special prices are valid through 5/30/2024
Our Picks for Graduates
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The official Merchandise of Westminster Theological Seminary! From class notes to comfy classics to accompany your everyday student life. See more new additions and Seminary merchandise on our website.
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Faculty
CCEF Faculty
Honored Alumni
Alumni |
Date Graduated |
Albert T. Woodward | 5/31/1954 |
Robert K. Morris | 5/31/1954 |
Sidney Cooper | 5/31/1954 |
James W. Reaves | 5/31/1964 |
Robert C. Dvorak | 5/31/1964 |
Yong Choon Kim | 5/31/1964 |
D. Bruce Woll | 5/31/1964 |
Donal Emil Nilsson | 5/31/1964 |
Keith E. Plows | 5/31/1964 |
H. Geoffrey Thomas | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas A. Nicholas | 5/31/1964 |
Young W. Kim | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas S. Carlson | 5/31/1964 |
Kichisaburo Yasuda | 5/31/1964 |
L. Edward Davis | 5/31/1964 |
Mitsuo Paul Okamoto | 5/31/1964 |
Leslie R. Files | 5/31/1964 |
Michael Michael Rusten | 5/31/1964 |
Vernon R. Pollema | 5/31/1964 |
Benjamin R. Short | 5/31/1964 |
John F. Austing | 5/31/1964 |
John McElphatrcick Frame | 5/31/1964 |
Donald J. Duff | 5/31/1964 |
Carl E. Erickson | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas F. Greene | 5/31/1964 |
Suksan Chung | 5/31/1964 |
Il Chul Park | 5/31/1964 |
John Hughes | 5/31/1973 |
Chester H. Lanious | 5/31/1974 |
Richard B. Ramsay | 5/31/1974 |
Thomas Alan Foh | 5/31/1974 |
William Frederick Rice | 5/31/1974 |
Harry H. Wonderland Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Bryce H. Craig | 5/31/1974 |
George M. Kirckwood Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Herbert A. Greenspan | 5/31/1974 |
John C. Woll | 5/31/1974 |
J. Mark Tedford | 5/31/1974 |
Kenneth E. Nitchman | 5/31/1974 |
Jonathan D. Reynolds | 5/31/1974 |
Thomas P. Shorb | 5/31/1974 |
John T. DeBardeleben III | 5/31/1974 |
V. Kerry Inman | 5/31/1974 |
Glenn R. Blossom | 5/31/1974 |
Tina Ozinga | 5/31/1974 |
Ronald E. Lutz | 5/31/1974 |
Vern S. Poythress | 5/31/1974 |
Lewis A. Ruff Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Yeuk Yue Chan | 5/31/1974 |
Doris K. So | 5/31/1974 |
Stuart R. Jones | 5/31/1974 |
Gerald S. Vintinner | 5/31/1974 |
William A. Macaulay Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Neil M. Gilmour | 5/31/1974 |
Carl G. Russell | 5/31/1974 |
Keith Underhill | 5/31/1974 |
Charles H. Bemisderfer | 5/31/1974 |
Phillip Giessler | 5/31/1974 |
Donald A. Codling | 5/31/1974 |
David G. Dunbar | 5/31/1974 |
Frederick Langlois | 5/31/1974 |
Roy L. Kerns | 5/31/1974 |
Richard E. Fischer | 5/31/1974 |
Tiina K. Allik | 5/31/1974 |
Glenn A. Van Wyhe | 5/31/1974 |
Evan A. Bottomley | 5/31/1974 |
Larry S.J. Chang | 5/31/1974 |
Congratulations Graduates!
As the 95th class of graduates from Westminster Theological Seminary, you represent the next generation of leaders trained and empowered to impact the world for Christ and his Kingdom. Our prayers are with you as you start this next chapter of your calling.
If you would like to recognize a specific graduate by making a special donation in his or her honor, please click the “Give” button below. Your gift will be a charitable investment in the next class of Westminster students committed to learning and proclaiming the Word of God.
Listen in on four of our students’ incredible stories, their calling, and hopes for ministry in the videos below.
.
The Ninety-Fifth Annual Commencement Exercises of
Westminster Theological Seminary
Thursday | May 23, 2024
Prelude
Welcome
Dr. Stephen Coleman
Dean of Biblical & Theological Studies
and Associate Professor of Old Testament & Biblical Languages
Procession & Hymn
How Firm a Foundation
Invocation
Dr. John Currie
Dean of Pastoral Theology
and Professor of Pastoral Theology
Doxology
Welcome & Announcements
Mr. John Weiser
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Recognition - Class of 1974
Dr. Peter Lillback
President
and Professor of Historical Theology and Church History
Granting of Honorary Degrees
Dr. Peter Lillback
Scripture Reading
Dr. W. Robert Edwards
Dean of Students and Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology
Prayer
Rev. John Anderson
Address
Rev. George Cottenden
"Who is Praying for You?"
John 17
Hymn
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Conferring of Degrees
Dr. Peter Lillback
Dr. David Garner
Chief Academic Officer
and Professor of Systematic Theology
Recognition of Korean Programs
Dr. Peter Lillback
Charge to Graduates
Dr. Alfred Poirier
Professor of Pastoral Theology
Hymn
A Mighty Fortress is Our God
Closing Prayer and Benediction
Dr. Iain Duguid
Dean of Online Learning
and Professor of Old Testament
Recessional & Postlude
Honored Alumni
Alumni |
Date Graduated |
Albert T. Woodward | 5/31/1954 |
Robert K. Morris | 5/31/1954 |
Sidney Cooper | 5/31/1954 |
James W. Reaves | 5/31/1964 |
Robert C. Dvorak | 5/31/1964 |
Yong Choon Kim | 5/31/1964 |
D. Bruce Woll | 5/31/1964 |
Donal Emil Nilsson | 5/31/1964 |
Keith E. Plows | 5/31/1964 |
H. Geoffrey Thomas | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas A. Nicholas | 5/31/1964 |
Young W. Kim | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas S. Carlson | 5/31/1964 |
Kichisaburo Yasuda | 5/31/1964 |
L. Edward Davis | 5/31/1964 |
Mitsuo Paul Okamoto | 5/31/1964 |
Leslie R. Files | 5/31/1964 |
Michael Michael Rusten | 5/31/1964 |
Vernon R. Pollema | 5/31/1964 |
Benjamin R. Short | 5/31/1964 |
John F. Austing | 5/31/1964 |
John McElphatrcick Frame | 5/31/1964 |
Donald J. Duff | 5/31/1964 |
Carl E. Erickson | 5/31/1964 |
Thomas F. Greene | 5/31/1964 |
Suksan Chung | 5/31/1964 |
Il Chul Park | 5/31/1964 |
John Hughes | 5/31/1973 |
Chester H. Lanious | 5/31/1974 |
Richard B. Ramsay | 5/31/1974 |
Thomas Alan Foh | 5/31/1974 |
William Frederick Rice | 5/31/1974 |
Harry H. Wonderland Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Bryce H. Craig | 5/31/1974 |
George M. Kirckwood Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Herbert A. Greenspan | 5/31/1974 |
John C. Woll | 5/31/1974 |
J. Mark Tedford | 5/31/1974 |
Kenneth E. Nitchman | 5/31/1974 |
Jonathan D. Reynolds | 5/31/1974 |
Thomas P. Shorb | 5/31/1974 |
John T. DeBardeleben III | 5/31/1974 |
V. Kerry Inman | 5/31/1974 |
Glenn R. Blossom | 5/31/1974 |
Tina Ozinga | 5/31/1974 |
Ronald E. Lutz | 5/31/1974 |
Vern S. Poythress | 5/31/1974 |
Lewis A. Ruff Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Yeuk Yue Chan | 5/31/1974 |
Doris K. So | 5/31/1974 |
Stuart R. Jones | 5/31/1974 |
Gerald S. Vintinner | 5/31/1974 |
William A. Macaulay Jr. | 5/31/1974 |
Neil M. Gilmour | 5/31/1974 |
Carl G. Russell | 5/31/1974 |
Keith Underhill | 5/31/1974 |
Charles H. Bemisderfer | 5/31/1974 |
Phillip Giessler | 5/31/1974 |
Donald A. Codling | 5/31/1974 |
David G. Dunbar | 5/31/1974 |
Frederick Langlois | 5/31/1974 |
Roy L. Kerns | 5/31/1974 |
Richard E. Fischer | 5/31/1974 |
Tiina K. Allik | 5/31/1974 |
Glenn A. Van Wyhe | 5/31/1974 |
Evan A. Bottomley | 5/31/1974 |
Larry S.J. Chang | 5/31/1974 |
Congratulations from the Bookstore on graduating from seminary! We have put together a curated selection of titles for graduates and we are happy to gift you a free USPS shipping code to help you pick up books to continue your ministry! Use code GRAD24 at checkout.
Free shipping (Contiguous U.S. only) and special prices are valid through 5/30/2024
Our Picks for Graduates
Not sure what is missing from your grad's bookshelf?
Give a Westminster Bookstore gift card.
The official Merchandise of Westminster Theological Seminary! From class notes to comfy classics to accompany your everyday student life. See more new additions and Seminary merchandise on our website.
Be sure to use your Westminster student email address at checkout for 10% off your order.
All proceeds go towards supporting WTS students. We are grateful for your support!
Gift Recommendations
$25.00
$40.00
$15.00
$115.00
$45.00
$80.00
$110.00
$35.00
Faculty
CCEF Faculty
Congratulations Graduates!
As the 95th class of graduates from Westminster Theological Seminary, you represent the next generation of leaders trained and empowered to impact the world for Christ and his Kingdom. Our prayers are with you as you start this next chapter of your calling.
If you would like to recognize a specific graduate by making a special donation in his or her honor, please click the “Give” button below. Your gift will be a charitable investment in the next class of Westminster students committed to learning and proclaiming the Word of God.
Listen in on four of our students’ incredible stories, their calling, and hopes for ministry in the videos below.