Memphis Theological Seminary

09/02/2026

The Green Couch Exchange, hosted by the Memphis Theological Seminary Financial Aid Office, is a podcast dedicated to empowering faithful stewardship.

In this episode, we take a closer look at “Clergy Tax: Advanced Issues, Errors, and Retirement Planning,” addressing the complexities and common pitfalls that many clergy face in managing their finances.

This session features two distinguished guests:
- Rev. David Yancy, Accountant, IRS Enrolled Agent, and Master Trader
- Dr. John Crittle II, President and CEO of Crittle Financial

The conversation is facilitated by Rev. Fekecia Gunn.

Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, treasurer, or layperson seeking to integrate faith and finances more deeply, this episode offers tools and insights for more faithful money ministry.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/5xTuJv5hTF0?si=dF8FwBnJGIq30c8J
Explore the full Green Couch Exchange playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuB9hnI3ozNMhehcMFzQFejFe3G4K5Hy

08/19/2026

08/18/2026

The Green Couch Exchange, hosted by the Memphis Theological Seminary Financial Aid Office, is a podcast dedicated to empowering faithful stewardship.

In this episode, we explore the vital topic, “Clergy Tax Basics & Everyday Practices,” offering clear guidance on foundational tax matters that impact ministry life.

This session features two distinguished guests:
- Rev. David Yancy, Accountant, IRS Enrolled Agent, and Master Trader
- Dr. John Crittle II, President and CEO of Crittle Financial

The conversation is facilitated by Rev. Fekecia Gunn.

Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, treasurer, or layperson seeking to integrate faith and finances more deeply, this episode offers tools and insights for more faithful money ministry.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Mm7yd7uC5wc?si=WghH3OBzUZJHtxOA
Explore the full Green Couch Exchange playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuB9hnI3ozNMhehcMFzQFejFe3G4K5Hy

08/12/2026

As Memphis Theological Seminary prepares to close, we’re preserving one of the most distinctive ministries that grew out of our Office of Financial Aid through a micro grant with the Association of Theological Schools: The Green Couch Exchange.

The Green Couch Exchange is our podcast dedicated to exploring topics at the intersection of money, theology, and faith : Empowering faithful stewardship in the church and beyond.

We’ve gathered our episodes into a single YouTube playlist so you can watch, rewatch, and share the conversations that have shaped how we think about finances, ministry, and discipleship:

👉 Watch the full Green Couch Exchange playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuB9hnI3ozNMhehcMFzQFejFe3G4K5Hy

This archive is a gift from our Office of Financial Aid team, facilitated by Rev. Fekecia Gunn, Associate Dean for Students, who believed that faithful conversations about money are a vital part of theological education and pastoral formation. We invite you to listen, learn, and pass these resources along to pastors, lay leaders, treasurers, and anyone seeking to integrate faith and finances more deeply.

08/07/2026

As Memphis Theological Seminary prepares to close, we pause to honor the legacy of this sacred place and the lives it has shaped in ministry across the world.

Please visit our MTS Legacy page as our former students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends who have made this community what it is to remember, reflect, and give thanks for their journey at Memphis Theological Seminary: https://memphisseminary.edu/mts-legacy/

This beautiful legacy site was created by our Student Services Specialist, Dr. Maxine Thomas. We are deeply grateful for her ministry, creativity, and love in curating this space of remembrance.

As you visit the page, we invite you to continue to share your memories of MTS and help us keep this legacy alive in your congregations, classrooms, and communities.

07/31/2026

Dear Friends of MTS,

Thank you for your many years of faithfulness, love, and support. While this chapter comes to a close with the conclusion of our academic operations on July 31, 2026, the mission of Memphis Theological Seminary will continue through the transformative leadership and faithful witness of generations of MTS alumni serving Christ and the Church around the world.

With deep gratitude and every blessing,

Your MTS Family

07/27/2026

Join us every Monday in July at 9:30 AM CDT for our Monday Morning Prayer series, “Living the Promise: Trusting God's Plan One Step at a Time (Jeremiah 29:11).
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Be encouraged by these special guests:
​July 6: "God Knows the Plan" with Rev. Joy W. Yancy, Pastor of Brown Chapel AME Church & MTS Alum
​July 13: “God's Plans are for Your Good" with Rt. Rev. Dorothy Sanders Wells, Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi & MTS Alum
July 20: “Hold on to Hope" with Rev. Ronald Claxton, Assistant to the Associate Dean for Students & MTS Alum July 27: “Your Future is Secure in God" with Dr. Maxine Thomas, Facilitator and Student Services Specialist
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Each Monday, we will pray, listen, and discern how God is calling this generation to live as heroes and heroines of faith in our communities.
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For more information or to receive the Zoom link and share your prayer requests, please contact Dr. Maxine L. Thomas, Student Services Specialist and Facilitator, at [email protected] or (901) 334‑5833."

07/16/2026

Please join us for amazing final episodes of The Green Couch Exchange, our podcast through our MTS Financial Aid Office focused on Financial Stewardship.
TUESDAY JULY 14, 2026 | Noon CDT | Zoom only
Guest: Rev. Dr. SIdney Williams, Topic: Fishing Differently: How faith leaders can reimagine ministry, money, and community impact.

WEDNESDAY JULY 15, 2026 | Noon CDT | Zoom only
Guest: Amanda Kohr and Steven Smith, Topic: Estate Planning and Church Stewardship

THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 | Noon CDT | Zoom only
Guest: Dr. Troy I. Thomas, Topic: Starting Well and Staying Faithful: The First 5 Years of Pastoral Leadership