Kurtley Knight

Kurtley Knight serves as Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation and Chair of Masters Programs at Portland Seminary, George Fox University. He concurrently holds a senior teaching fellowship at the Renovaré Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation in Denver and serves as an ordained Anglican priest.

Education:

• DMin from Portland Seminary (2016)
• MDiv from Andrews Theological Seminary
• BA from Oakwood University

Research Focus: Dr. Knight's work centers on curating sacred spaces for spiritual transformation, with primary emphasis on liturgical practices, sacramental spirituality, and congregational formation. His scholarship critically examines spiritual discernment in leadership amidst cultural disorientation, while innovatively bridging theological concepts with contemporary contexts like hip-hop culture. This integrative approach manifests in both academic publications and practical ministry frameworks.

Publication Trends: Recent works (2022-2023) demonstrate concentrated exploration of leadership metaphors during societal upheaval, with recurring themes of humility and vocational identity. Earlier publications reveal consistent engagement with cultural hermeneutics and practical theology, culminating in two forthcoming books addressing Anglican spirituality and restorative leadership models.

Professional Integration: With nearly two decades of pastoral experience across California, Pennsylvania, and Texas—including church planting and youth ministry—Dr. Knight synthesizes academic rigor with frontline ecclesial practice. His relocation to Dallas in July 2024 continues active involvement in parish ministry while advancing seminary leadership responsibilities.