Friends of the Tutu Center

This past year marked a momentous occassion in the life of The General Theological Seminary with the opening of The Desmond Tutu Center. With this new addition, GTS extends its mission beyond the Close, inviting all of God's people to join us in prayer, professional development and discussion.  The Gala grand opening celebration and the inaugural conference of the Desmond Tutu Education Center, Reconciliation at the Roundtable: God’s Call in the 21st Century, were wonderful events in the life of the Seminary.

The Friends of the Desmond Tutu Center will offer support to the programs of the Center for Peace and Reconciliation and conferences sponsored by General Theological Seminary as part of its mission to form and educate leaders for the church. Last year, we enjoyed the success of Caesar's Coin: The Politics of God in a Pluralistic Society. We welcomed distinguished guests to help discuss this timely issue for people of faith everywhere. We are planning exciting conferences that will offer an opportunity to explore the issues facing our church, communities and families today. Please check back as we continue to build this exciting addition to our GTS community.

  from left to right: Ms. Juli Towell,   The Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts-Schori, The Most Rev. Desmond Tutu, The Very Rev. Ward Ewing,  Mr. Sam Waterston and The Rev. Denis O'Pray at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Desmond Tutu Center.