Pastor James Williams meets with the Campolo scholars for their weekly fellowship meeting. Biography James is honored to serve as Pastor at the historic First Baptist Church of Philadelphia. Having started with the congregation in January 2020, James feels divinely…
Serving, Leading and Learning My summer has been one of abundant blessing, being filled with both prolific productivity and renewal! I started a part-time position at International Ministries — the global outreach arm of the American Baptist Churches, USA. As…
James Williams is a Campolo Scholar studying at Eastern University’s Palmer Theological Seminary. He earned this spot due to his exemplary academic undergraduate record at Penn State University (class of ’16, graduating with Highest Distinction). We were impressed as he demonstrated…
Before we dive in with a fun update on Tony and the Scholars, I want to remind you that, this month, a special friend of the ministry is offering a matching grant that will double your gift to the Campolo…
We have great news, a great Campolo Scholar, and a great challenge to share with you! But first, greetings from Tony and the Campolo Scholars at Eastern University and Palmer Theological Seminary. We are grateful that you are a friend…
We had a wonderful time celebrating Tony’s birthday on Friday, February 25th! Thanks to everyone who attended and participated in the celebration and for everyone who contributed to the matching gift campaign. We not only reached but exceeded the goal…
Thanks to everyone who celebrated Tony’s 86th birthday by sending gifts for the scholarship fund that fund provides for the Campolo Scholars. We are grateful for your partnership in this important strategy for Christian leadership development and church renewal. Here…
Rev. James Williams, Senior Pastor of the historic First Baptist Church of Philadelphia, spoke at our recent Monday morning Campolo Scholars Fellowship. James is a Campolo Scholar alum who completed his seminary education and training at Eastern University’s Palmer Theological…
We were so pleased to have Peggy and Tony as special guests for our homecoming event last Saturday! What a blessing it was to hear stories of Tony’s impact on the lives of so many – from the Campolo Scholars…
Our fall semester is well underway and the Campolo Center is working full steam ahead! We had a great turnout for this week’s Monday Meeting. In addition to our Scholars, we were joined by three special guests from Palmer Seminary…