It has been a blessing to have Dr. Ellen Marmon from Asbury Theological Seminary during her visit to our institution that culminated in a powerful message during our Tuesday midweek chapel service. The Vice Chancellor , Prof. Joseph Kiplang’at, led the university and seminary leadership in officially welcoming Dr. Marmon to the chapel. In his remarks, Prof. Kiplangat expressed earnest appreciation to Asbury Theological Seminary for the continued collaboration and for sending Dr. Marmon to walk alongside our community.
Dr. Ellen Marmon is a professor and seasoned leader in the field of Christian discipleship and theological education. She serves as the Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Asbury Theological Seminary, an institution globally recognized for its commitment to developing spiritually grounded leaders. Dr. Marmon has dedicated her career to preparing ministers who are both theologically sound and practically equipped for transformative service in the church and society. Her passion for mentoring and empowering future leaders has seen her teach and engage in various contexts across the world, and her visit to our institution is a testament to her global vision for ministry.
During her time with us, Dr. Marmon also engaged with key stakeholders including the University and Seminary management, faculty and students. Her presence has been both inspiring and instructive, as she shared rich insights and affirmed our vision to raise Spirit-filled leaders who will carry the message of scriptural holiness to the world.
Her sermon during the chapel service titled “The Call” served as the highlight of her visit. Drawing from real-life experiences and the realities of our fast-paced digital age, she offered a rich reflection on God’s calling over our lives. Dr. Marmon emphasized that God is our ultimate caller, reminding them that our primary identity must remain rooted in our relationship with God.
She challenged the congregation to allow God access to every area of their lives, regardless of how busy or distracted they may be. “Our relationship with God,” she said, “is not defined by what we do, but by who we are in Him.” She urged all believers to remain attentive to God’s voice, affirming that His call is personal, persistent and purposeful. Dr. Marmon concluded with a reassuring message: that our relationship with God is what sustains us, and that His faithfulness ensures that He walks with us every step of the way.
This message resonated deeply with our students, many of whom are discerning their own call into ministry and service. It was a reminder that seminary training is not just an academic pursuit, but a spiritual journey of discovering, deepening and responding to God’s call.
