Southeastern welcomes Kelly King as assistant professor of Christian Ministry

Prior to this new position, King has served for the past year at Southeastern as a visiting professor of Christian ministry.

“Southeastern Seminary is thrilled to have Dr. Kelly King become even more involved with our students and faculty,” said Southeastern President Danny Akin. “She has already distinguished herself on this campus as an incredible asset in training women for faithful biblical ministry in the churches. Kelly is a wonderful gift to the Southeastern and Judson College family.”

While teaching part-time at Southeastern, King also serves as the women’s minister at Quail Springs Baptist Church. Before her time at Quail Springs, she worked with Lifeway Christian Resources and taught adjunctively for Oklahoma Baptist University. She received both her Master of Arts in theological studies and her Doctor of Ministry from Gateway Seminary.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed teaching my first classes at Southeastern,” King said. “The students of Southeastern are not just future leaders, but current leaders that are making a difference in our churches, on the mission field, and in all aspects of their lives.”

This past spring, King taught courses in biblical exposition for ministry to women; this fall she is scheduled to teach biblical theology of womanhood and, in conjunction with the Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum, a course on current trends in ministry to women.

King expressed her appreciation for the culture at Southeastern, stating, “Whether students are taking courses on campus or online, there is an excitement about what the Lord is doing at the seminary. The staff and administration have been so helpful, and I find myself continually learning from all of them.”

Provost Scott Pace also commented on King’s new appointment: “At Southeastern, we desire to equip women to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission according to their calling.”

“I don’t know of anyone more qualified than Dr. Kelly King to help us do this,” he said. “She is a woman of strong biblical convictions who loves and invests in students, is committed to the local church, and embodies the spirit of Southeastern. Her academic credentials and years of experience serving in denominational leadership — teaching and training ladies around the world — and serving in the local church will equip our students with the wisdom and practical tools necessary to effectively serve the Lord in whatever context and capacity he calls them to.”

To learn more about Southeastern’s degrees in women’s ministry and how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, visit sebts.edu/degrees.