Keynote Conversation
The Very Rev. Dr. Andrew McGowan
Dean Andrew McGowan of Berkeley Divinity School at Yale is a hopeful voice in the Episcopal Church, recognizing both the challenges and the possibilities that lie ahead. Speaking at the Episcopal Parish Network’s 40th annual conference—where the Church gathers—on Friday, February 28, he shared a vision rooted in renewal and transformation. Acknowledging the reality of declining membership in traditional churches and broader cultural shifts, Dean McGowan emphasized that these changes are not simply losses but openings for growth. He explored the natural cycles of “birth and death” in the Church, highlighting how moments of transition create space for new and vibrant expressions of faith to emerge, ensuring that the Church continues to adapt, thrive, and serve in ever-evolving ways.
