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Announces Dr. Hannah Matis as New President
| The Anglican Theological Review, Inc. (ATR), housed at the School of Theology at the University of the South, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Hannah Matis as its new President. Dr. Matis succeeds The Very Rev. James F. Turrell, PhD, who has completed two terms of exemplary leadership that have shaped the trajectory and future of the journal. Dr. Hannah Matis Appointed President of ATR Dr. Matis brings to the presidency a deep scholarly background and substantial experience in academic leadership. Her research focuses on early medieval biblical interpretation and the church in late antiquity and the early Middle Ages. Matis currently serves as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the School of Theology, the University of the South, Dr. Matis has taught widely across the field of church history, including the history of spirituality, Anglicanism, the Episcopal Church, and the experience of women in Christianity. Her most recent book, The History of Women in Christianity to 1600 (Wiley-Blackwell, 2022), reflects years of teaching and was designed as a resource for both seminarians and lay readers. Dr. Matis is a graduate of the Medieval Institute at the University of Notre Dame and the University of Durham (UK). “We are delighted to welcome Dr. Matis into this leadership role,” said Director of Operations, Christopher R. Smith. “Her scholarly insight, administrative skill, and deep commitment to theological education make her exceptionally well-suited to guide the ATR into its next chapter.” Deep Appreciation for the Leadership of The Very Rev. James F. Turrell As ATR welcomes new leadership, the Board also recognizes the remarkable service of The Very Rev. James F. Turrell, whose presidency has had a lasting impact on the life and stability of the journal. “As the newly appointed President of the Anglican Theological Review, Inc., I write today with a deep sense of gratitude and respect for the extraordinary leadership of our outgoing President, The Very Rev. James F. Turrell,” Dr. Matis remarked. During his two terms as President, Turrell played a pivotal role in advancing the mission and long-term viability of ATR. In 2019, he led efforts to secure a new institutional home for the journal at the School of Theology in Sewanee, TN—a strategic move that strengthened administrative support and positioned ATR for continued growth. His leadership was also central to establishing a successful publishing partnership with SAGE Publications, Ltd., a collaboration that has expanded the journal’s reach and visibility. Turrell’s steady and wise stewardship guided the ATR through a period of financial challenge. His advocacy, foresight, and commitment to strategic planning ensured the journal’s fiscal stability and paved the way for a capital campaign that will support ATR for generations to come. Beyond these organizational achievements, Turrell remained steadfast in upholding the intellectual rigor and scholarly excellence that define the Anglican Theological Review. His dedication to thoughtful theological discourse has preserved ATR’s vital place within the Anglican Communion and the wider academic community. “On behalf of the Board, the editorial team, and all those who have benefited from the journal’s work, I extend our deepest gratitude to Jim for his invaluable contributions. His leadership will remain an enduring part of the ATR’s prominent history,” Dr. Matis said. Looking Ahead With Dr. Matis’ appointment, the ATR begins a new chapter—one built on the strong foundation laid by Jim Turrell and guided by a renewed commitment to scholarship, conversation, and service to the church. |