Andrew Dibb

Andrew Dibb is Associate Professor and Dean of the Theological School at Bryn Athyn College, where he has served since 2002. He holds a DTh from the University of South Africa, an MDiv, and a BA from Bryn Athyn College. As Dean, he leads the education of clergy for the General Church of the New Jerusalem, integrating theology, history, and interpersonal development.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Position: Dean of the Theological School
• Institution: Bryn Athyn College
• School: Theological School

Dr. Dibb's research centers on New Church teachings, Christian Church history, and the theological legacy of Emanuel Swedenborg. He emphasizes the human experience in religion, focusing on how individuals interact with faith and history. His work bridges historical scholarship with practical ministry, encouraging holistic self-reflection and interpersonal growth in theological education.

His scholarly articles, spanning from 2006 to 2018, reflect a consistent focus on Swedenborgian theology, global religious influence, and historical development of the New Church. Topics include the impact of Swedenborg’s teachings in China, the geography of the Holy Land in theology, and the foundations of the Swedenborgian movement in South Africa. These works demonstrate a deep engagement with comparative religion, eschatology, and cross-cultural religious history.

• Appointed Dean of the Theological School (2007)
• Promoted to Associate Professor (2014)
• Published book: Servetus, Swedenborg and the Nature of God (2006)

Dr. Dibb actively participates in academic societies such as the American Society of Church History and the Center for the Study of New Religions. He has delivered papers internationally, including in Spain, Israel, and Taiwan. His role as Dean involves curriculum development, leadership in religious education, and mentoring future clergy, though specific advisees are not listed. He has developed courses in modern Christian history and contributes to both undergraduate and graduate programs.

He is affiliated with the Center for the Study of New Religions and has presented at the Last Judgment Conference and the International Servetus Society. His work reflects a commitment to scholarly inquiry and theological education within the New Church tradition.